Total 43 job vacancies by The Compleat Food Group

Job Advert

Job Purpose

To be part of a team that ensures safe products are manufactured and produced and packed too required in house specifications/QAS
agreed; in the correct quantities; and in line with the requirements of the bakery for processing/packing. The role involves
working as part of a team.



Main Duties

* Ensure that all products are produced/ packed to the agreed specifications with the help of your team leader.
* Ensure that you follow the company procedures regarding PPE/personal hygiene/clocking procedure/return to work as out lined in
the company handbook.
* Comply with company health and safety, food safety (Critical Control Points), allergen conduct and hygiene rules.
* To liaise with your team leader (grade 1) to always ensure the smooth running of production. To report any problems with
products, machinery breakdowns or anything which could affect the quality, safety or efficiency of our products or production.
* To take part in any training that is deemed necessary in relation to the development of staff to meet the requirements of your
job description and carry out any remedial action as required by the Shift Manager in compliance with the company operating
procedures.
* As required, contribute towards the cleanliness of the equipment and work area.
* Carry out any reasonable task as requested by your Shift Manager.
* All staff members are responsible for their own and others health & safety on site. Any damage to machinery/equipment or
spillages, etc must be reported to the Shift Manager immediately.

Skills and Competencies

* Experience of working in a food production facility, producing a wide variety of products.
* Sound numerical and communication skills.
* The ability to complete paperwork correctly and in plain English, with neat and legible handwriting.



Key contacts:

* Internal -Shift Manager, Team Leader.

Job Advert

Job Purpose

To be part of a team that ensures safe products are manufactured and produced and packed too required in house specifications/QAS
agreed; in the correct quantities; and in line with the requirements of the bakery for processing/packing. The role involves
working as part of a team.



Main Duties

* Ensure that all products are produced/ packed to the agreed specifications with the help of your team leader.
* Ensure that you follow the company procedures regarding PPE/personal hygiene/clocking procedure/return to work as out lined in
the company handbook.
* Comply with company health and safety, food safety (Critical Control Points), allergen conduct and hygiene rules.
* To liaise with your team leader (grade 1) to always ensure the smooth running of production. To report any problems with
products, machinery breakdowns or anything which could affect the quality, safety or efficiency of our products or production.
* To take part in any training that is deemed necessary in relation to the development of staff to meet the requirements of your
job description and carry out any remedial action as required by the Shift Manager in compliance with the company operating
procedures.
* As required, contribute towards the cleanliness of the equipment and work area.
* Carry out any reasonable task as requested by your Shift Manager.
* All staff members are responsible for their own and others health & safety on site. Any damage to machinery/equipment or
spillages, etc must be reported to the Shift Manager immediately.

Skills and Competencies

* Experience of working in a food production facility, producing a wide variety of products.
* Sound numerical and communication skills.
* The ability to complete paperwork correctly and in plain English, with neat and legible handwriting.



Key contacts:

* Internal -Shift Manager, Team Leader.

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Job Purpose

Checking quality requirements across the Wrights Food Group, ensuring that product is manufacture in line with Factory Product
Specifications, Food Safety, Food Legality, Factory Hygiene Standards. Reporting any NCRs and GMP issues.

Main Duties

* Ensure a safe working environment for all employees, visitors, and contractors, across all facilities, by strict enforcement of
WFG Health and Safety ( H&S ) Policy and by developing a proactive culture to reducing accidents .
* Ensure products are checked against the weight and dimension specifications and report any out of spec issues.
* Taking environmental swabs, air plates, water testing and collecting products, to register and send for micro testing
* Monitor hygiene standards throughout the factory and reporting any issues so that cleaning can be arranged of machinery and /
or areas.
* Carrying out Glass, Plastic, Brittle Plastic, Ceramics and GMP Audit Checks and completing a nonconformance and / or
Engineering Job sheet, where required.
* Working with the New Product Development, assisting in Factory Trials with carrying out weights and taking photos where
required.
* Ensure we are working with up-to-date factory online and packaging specifications.
* Carry out internal audits to the required schedules, ensure all factory paperwork is fully audited and checked before filing
away.
* Where any issues are raised, complete a nonconformance and / or Engineering Job sheet, where required.
* Ensure daily taste panels are collected and carried out.
* Manual temperature checks on all chillers and freezers throughout the factory.
* Ensure internal calibrations are carried out on a daily and weekly basis and report any issues.



Skills and Competencies

* Experienced QA Operative with knowledge of meeting customer product quality. expectations and site accreditation standards.
* Knowledge of Quality Assurance / Food Safety systems.
* Sound numerical and negotiation skills.
* Good level of IT skills (e.g., Word / Excel / PowerPoint / Outlook)
* Ability to work on their own initiative and as part of a team.
* Energy, drive, and determination to succeed.

Key contacts:

* Internal – Specifications, Supply Chain, Operations, Planning, NPD, Commercial, Quality, Hygiene, and Engineering teams.
* External – Key customer, equipment, Accreditation Bodies, EHOs.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job tasks and you will be expected to carry out any other
reasonable duties or requests not included above.

Job Advert

The Compleat Food Group are leading the way in Food Manufacturing, we are dedicated to delivering market-leading, quality
innovative branded and own label products and shaping the future of UK chilled food production. We are currently recruiting for a
Senior Commercial Manager, working in partnership with one of the most prestigious leading UK retailers to cover multiple buying
areas and sub-categories.

We're looking for an experienced, capable candidate with considerable commercial retailer experience who can build long term,
partner-relationships at the highest levels and has the gravitas to represent our business in a professional manner in what is one
of the group’s key trading relationships.

The successful candidate will work closely with our Customer Director and the cross functional business unit to deliver sales
revenue and margin growth for our customer as well as for our group.

We are a multi-site business with manufacturing centres of excellence across the UK as well as working with a large network of
supply partners throughout Europe.

The successful candidate will be required to travel to Customer meetings frequently (mostly London), we are flexible on base
location however, the role will involve working from our offices in Redhill, Surrey with the flexibility of home working 2-3 days
per week.

As Category leaders our ability to drive growth for our customers is through our focus on understanding our consumers and our
relentless pursuit of innovation – we have the courage to think differently, raise the bar and challenge the status quo




Responsibilities of the role:



* Driving, delivering and implementing the business plans, ensuring all parts of the business are engaged and focused on results.
* Building strong relationships with site teams and suppliers in order to drive the customer agenda.
* Proactively manage customer perception and drive the quality agenda with the site teams.
* Liaising with all relevant functions internally and in front of the customer as the ambassador of the company.
* A close understanding of Category Management principles and their implementation to enable TCFG to shape and direct the
category.
* Understand all areas of the business that impact upon sales and influence these to deliver forecast requirements.
* Manage communication and relationships internally and externally to ensure all relevant parties are fully informed on
applicable issues.
* Driving, delivering and implementing the business plans, ensuring all parts of the business are engaged and focused on results.
* Creating and managing the annual promotional plan.




The successful candidate will have a hunger for success and an inquisitive nature enabling them to proactively identify, build and
deliver opportunities.




Skills and Experiences:

* Track record of dealing with the major retailers at buyer level for at least 3-5 years (M&S, Waitrose, Sainsbury etc)
* Will have a good understanding of Own Label and Branded products and knowledge of what retailers look for in a respected
supplier partner
* Will be strong numerically and be able to interpret data and utilise market information
* Must be a self-starter and will be able to see opportunities and go after them, a track record of forming strong customer
relationships
* Strong analytical abilities are key for this role. The successful candidate must be confident in reviewing sales data, able to
identify performance drivers and confident in proposing action plans, in response to findings.
* A passion for food, the industry and proven detailed knowledge of previous category and product ranges.
* Financially literate and possess advanced computer skills to include MS Office
* Outstanding people skills, attention to detail

* A proven relationship builder with a strong industry network.
* Entrepreneurial drive with significant levels of energy and passion.
* Determined, resilient and comfortable working in a challenging environment at pace, whilst able to deal with ambiguity and work
it to your advantage.
* High level of integrity with ability to gain the trust of colleagues, able to get on with people at all levels and able to
influence decisions.



This role would suit someone who is keen to step-up and develop their career further in Sales/Commercial Retailer Management as
our business will allow you to grow to help meet your career aspirations. We would encourage you to apply for this exciting
opportunity to join us in our mission to deliver high-quality, innovative products that delight our customers. You will be part of
a team that's shaping the future of food manufacturing.




Benefits to Include:

* Car Allowance
* Company Bonus Scheme
* Pension Scheme
* 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
* Online and High-street retailer discount scheme and well-being portal
* Employee well-being and community support groups
* Informal and Formal training opportunities with online personalised LMS platform
* Charity Initiatives and Team events
* 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid




The Compleat Food Group are proud to have built an inclusive and respectful culture where our colleagues feel safe, supported and
valued. A place where they can bring their whole selves to work to achieve exceptional results and thrive.

We continue to attract diverse talent into our teams, because we know greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides
a better working life. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do.


Recruitment Agencies We have an active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any
speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies.

Job Advert

Providing a hygiene service to the site team. Ensuring all equipment is cleaned in an effective and safe manner against the
written procedure. Each procedure includes photographic key inspection points and these must be used to ensure each piece of
equipment in cleaned correctly. Ensure own safety and that of others whilst carrying out operations. To contribute towards
continuous improvement.



1. Low Risk clean:



* Be fully trained to clean the Production areas cleaning lines 1 to 9
* Under normal plant capacities all machines to be cleaned in the production area every 24 hours.
* Clean all peripheral equipment in the production area, tables, scales, door handles, chiller doors, machine parts, tote bins
and any plastic tubs left over from that days production every 24 hours.
* Always clean the lines from top to bottom and ensure all gross debris is removed. Foam should be applied and be left on the
equipment for at least 20 minutes then rinsed. Following a thorough inspection of the clean, and an acceptable standard
achieved (as confirmed by your Team leader) disinfection can then take place.
* Ensure all ‘non-wet’ machine parts are covered using the hygiene covers provided. See your hygiene Supervisor if these are not
available. ‘non-wet’ would include all motors, control panels, clocking in machines, scales and sensitive plug sockets. When
covers are away to be washed then plastic bags must be securely taped.
* Cover all scales with plastic bags before washing any area.
* Clean the veg prep area paying particular attention to the veg tumbler and the can opener. Both items must be deep cleaned
every 24 hours.
* Clean the meat preparation area. Deep clean the chicken chopper and rebuild ready for production. Ensure the nylon back plate
is removed and washed and no debris is trapped under the controls. Report any non conformance to your Team leader.
* Following the schedule clean all chillers and chiller units as directed by the Team leader and the Supervisor.
* Clean the goods in area on a daily basis.
* Ensure the low risk tray wash area is left in a clean and tidy state. This includes stacking washed trays off the floor and
cleaning and emptying the three sinks.
* Carry out an acid clean once per month on all equipment. Any build up of scale will be removed by this clean.
* Empty and clean the hygiene troughs. Fill up the hygiene troughs with 1% disinfectant. Clean any hygiene equipment as
necessary.
* Apply disinfectant to all food contact surfaces following an acceptable clean has been carried out. This should always be
carried out at least 30 minutes before production.



1. High Risk clean:



* Be fully trained to clean the conveyors on the packing lines (snacks, deli and ready meals). Gross debris removal, foaming and
rinsing can take place on this equipment.
* Sealing heads must be cleaned with great care and not directly sprayed with water. Use damp green cloths or disinfectant wipes
to clean. Ensure all power plug-in points are covered before cleaning.
* Clean all peripheral equipment in the packing area tables, scales, door handles, chiller doors, floors, walls to head height,
tote bins and any plastic tubs left over from that days production every 24 hours.
* Clean the tray wash every 24 hours.
* Boil out each fryer once per week. Fill up fryer 1 and 2 with veg oil and fryers 3,4 and 5 with fresh oil. Transfer oil from 3,
4 and 5 into veg oil and send the oil from 1 and 2 into waste.
* Empty and clean the hygiene troughs. Fill up the hygiene troughs with 1% disinfectant. Clean any hygiene equipment as
necessary.
* Following the schedule clean all chillers and chiller units as directed by the Team leader and the Supervisor.
* Ensure all ‘non-wet’ machine parts are covered using the hygiene covers provided. See your hygiene Supervisor if these are not
available. ‘non-wet’ would include all motors, control panels, clocking in machines, scales and sensitive plug sockets. When
covers are away to be washed then plastic bags must be securely taped.
* Ensure the high risk labellers (packing) are bagged up and never come into contact with water. The cleaning of this equipment
is clean as you go and will be carried out by the day hygiene staff.
* Carry out on acid clean once per month on the tray wash. Any build up of scale will be removed by this clean.
* Apply disinfectant to all food contact surfaces following an acceptable clean has been carried out. This should always be
carried out at least 30 minutes before production.




* Physically fit
* Eye for detail
* Good communication skills

* COSHH training must be achieved prior to working with on site chemicals.

Job Advert

We are currently recruiting for a Goods Movement Operative at our South Bank site in Middlesbrough. The successful applicant will
report directly to the Goods In Supervisor and will be responsible for the collating of finished goods and transferring them to
central despatch, ensuring all stock taking and rotation procedures are followed and will provide support for the Goods In
function.




We are seeking someone who is self-motivated with good housekeeping skills and who has the ability to communicate with a wide
range of people.



MAIN DUTIES:

* Conduct weekend and daily stock takes, including box stock inventory.
* Maintain high standards of hygiene throughout all areas under supervision.
* Acquire and enhance skills necessary for versatility within the area.
* Implement tighter stock control measures including rotation, early notification of issues such as expired items or shortages,
collaborating closely with Purchasing and Planning departments.
* Ensure traceability and conduct goods-in checks, keeping all relevant paperwork up-to-date and submitted promptly.
* Procure necessary raw materials and packaging for daily production as per requisition sheets.
* Provide requested information to Purchasing, Site Accountants, and planning departments.
* Enforce adherence to health and safety protocols, promptly reporting and recording any accidents.
* Ensure timely receipt and delivery of food requisitions to designated sites.
* Perform temperature checks on goods received and dispatched, ensuring compliance with procedures.
* Confirm that all dispatched products bear the correct date.
* Familiarize oneself with the Company’s Disciplinary Procedures.
* Foster positive employee relations and cooperation among various areas.
* Continuously strive for personal and area development.




These duties encompass a range of responsibilities vital for the smooth operation and management of Goods Movement, ensuring
efficiency, compliance, and quality in all processes.




A forklift licence is essential.

Job Advert

Senior HR Advisor Required - Join Our HR Team and Shape Our Compleat Future!

Location: Crewe, Cheshire




About Us: At The Compleat Food Group we're not just about making food; we're about crafting experiences that feel good, taste
good, and do good for everyone. Every day, we delight our customers and consumers with top-quality products, infused with a
passion for excellence and a spirit of innovation. We're on a mission to become the number one choice for culture at work, driven
by an outstanding team that values respect, diversity, growth, and collaboration.




Your Role: As a Senior HR Advisor, you'll play a pivotal role in driving our HR strategy at site level. You'll lead key projects,
driving our HR initiatives forward. Your impact will be felt across employee engagement, talent management, leadership
development, and HR compliance.




This is a majority site based HR role across our two large manufacturing bakeries in Crewe, where the working hours are Monday to
Friday 8 hours per day - we are flexible on your working hours between 8am and 17pm, there will need to be some flexibility to
engage with our colleagues on various shift patterns.




Key Responsibilities:

* Lead in managing site ER cases, maintaining a keen eye on trends and recommending improvements. Support HR team to provide a
positive and safe environment for all colleagues to discuss ER issues in confidence and work sensitively to resolve
* Champion and manage effective absence management, ensuring % remain below target.
* Handle consultations on complex changes.
* Enhance employee engagement through HR walk-rounds, welfare interviews, and ensuring HR visibility across shifts.
* Administer Speak Up and grievance procedures to address concerns promptly.
* Contribute to community, charity, and volunteering initiatives.
* Oversee talent attraction, retention, and development, including talent mapping and succession planning.
* Coordinate weekly recruitment campaigns with site management teams
* Coach managers across the employee life-cycle, supporting group leadership programs.
* Support Department heads in identifying training needs and sourcing solutions.
* Maintain HR compliance, escalate complex cases, and participate in audits to uphold our high standards.
* Ensure compliance of company ethical policies (Sedex, Stronger Together, ETI base code, Modern Slavery commitments etc.)
* Work collaboratively with all functions towards SMETA compliance and audits
* Actively promote the well-being of our colleagues and signpost individuals for appropriate support as and when required
* Lead HR team on day to day basis escalating concerns and demonstrating a positive working environment




Requirements:

* CIPD Qualified to Level 5 or equivalent site HR Advisor experience.
* Minimum 2 years of experience in managing employee relations, ideally in a fast-paced FMCG setting.
* Solid HR knowledge of employment law and experience in handling complex cases and consultations.




Why Join Us?

* Innovation and Courage: Be part of a team that thinks differently and challenges the norm.
* Quality and Commitment: Share in our dedication to deliver excellence in every aspect of our work.
* Diversity and Respect: Join a workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and encouraged to grow.
* Dynamic Environment: Thrive in a setting where quick, clear decision-making and delivering on commitments are paramount.
* 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
* Online and High-street retailer discount scheme and well-being portal
* Employee well-being and community support groups
* Charity Initiatives and Team events
* 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid




We're looking for a confident communicator with the ability to deal efficiently and sympathetically with high volumes of
colleagues at all levels across the whole business.

You will have a sound and up to date working knowledge of current UK employment law.

Professional and confidential at all times. You need an eye for detail with good literacy and numeracy skills with excellent
organisational skills.




Join Us and Make a Difference! Become a part of our Compleat journey to be the best in the industry. Apply now and help us shape a
workplace culture that's second to none.

We’re proud to build an inclusive and respectful culture where all our colleagues feel safe, supported and valued. A place where
they can bring their whole selves to work to achieve exceptional results and thrive.

We continue to attract diverse talent into our business, because we know greater diversity leads to exceptional results and
provides a better working life. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we
do.


Recruitment Agencies We have an active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any
speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies.

Job Advert

Join Our Site Senior Leadership Team as a Chief Engineer at our Crewe Bakery.




The Compleat Food Group, are one of the UK's leading chilled food production companies, we're on a mission to create great
tasting, quality and affordable food, that people love to eat.




Our Crewe Bakery is proudly the home of our famous Wright's pies, and also frozen sweet and savoury bakery products. With
two large bakeries operating under one roof, our dedicated team is wholly committed to crafting trend-setting pastry products, all
meticulously prepared using the finest quality ingredients.

At The Compleat Food Group, we don't just create food; we create food to make you feel good, tastes good, and do good for
everyone. Our ultimate goal is to delight our customers and consumers every day by crafting the best possible foods that cater to
their needs and budgets.




Why Join Our Team:

* Innovation: We are passionate about understanding our consumers and continually pushing the boundaries of innovation. We
encourage creative thinking and challenge the status quo to drive category growth for our customers.

* Quality Focus: Quality is at the heart of everything we do. We take pride in producing the highest-quality food products that
meet and exceed our customers' expectations.

* People-Centric: We value every member of our organisation and foster a culture of respect, encouragement, and personal growth.
Together, we aim to become number one for culture.

* Safety: Health & Safety is our top priority. We promote and ensure Health & Safety awareness across the site to create a safe
working environment for everyone.

The Role: Chief Engineer

As our Chief Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth running, efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement
of our operations. Your responsibilities will include:

1. > Managing the asset care program for the site, ensuring it meets safety, technical, and legislative standards.
2. > Leading and challenging activities related to safety, including site refrigeration, fixed wiring, asbestos, water treatment,
effluent management, boilers, equipment safety, and power.
3. > Ensuring compliance with all legal and legislative obligations relating to our people, plant safety, environmental
standards, and energy efficiency/emissions.
4. > Continuously improve our comprehensive asset care/maintenance system, with a focus on cost control, manpower, planned
preventative maintenance (PPM), and stock management.
5. > Drive profitability, service excellence, and quality standards through a culture of continuous improvement and operational
excellence.

Qualifications and Skills:

* Time served apprenticeship background or equivalent. BSc, HND, or HNC in Electrical, Mechanical, or dual-skilled engineering.
* Specialisation in either mechanical or electrical engineering with detailed knowledge of:
* • PLC/computer-controlled equipment
* • Servo motors and drives
* • Inverter control systems
* • Hydraulic powered systems
* • Pneumatic control systems
* Provide up to date specialist machinery and technical knowledge to enable the business to continuously improve manufacturing
capabilities
* Strong written, numerical, and verbal communication skills. Proficient in English language.
* Computer proficiency in MS Office and CMMS systems.
* Experience with world-class manufacturing processes and methodologies, such as Lean, Kaizen, Kanban, 5C, 5S, and TPM.
* Strong leadership, motivational, and organisational skills.
* Business acumen with a deep understanding of key performance indicators (KPIs) and their relation to engineering.
* Ability to communicate effectively at all levels in the business, with a focus on presenting continuous improvement project
work.
* A can-do attitude with a strong sense of ownership.
* Proven ability and the desire to drive change and make a difference.
* Excellent multitasking, prioritisation, and deadline management skills.
* Driving Licence

Join Our Team: If you are a passionate and experienced senior engineer looking for an opportunity to drive innovation, maintain
the highest standards of safety and quality, and lead a large experienced team towards continuous operational excellence, we
invite you to join us.

We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits, a supportive work environment, and the chance to contribute to a beloved brand
in the UK food industry.




* 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
* Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
* Employee well-being and community support groups
* Charity Initiatives and Team events
* 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid




We are proud to build an inclusive and respectful culture where all our colleagues feel safe, supported and valued. A place where
they can bring their whole selves to work to achieve exceptional results and thrive. We continue to attract diverse talent into
our teams, because we know greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides a better working life. That’s why we’re
committed to ensuring Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do.


Recruitment Agencies We have an active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any
speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies.




Apply today and be part of a team that believes in making food that not only tastes good but also feels good and does good for
everyone!

Job Advert

Site Head of Technical - Chilled Food Manufacturing

Location: Riverside Bakery, Nottingham




About Us: The Compleat Food Group are one the UK's leading chilled food manufacturing companies, dedicated to delivering the
highest-quality and innovative food products to delight all our retail customers.

We are seeking an experienced and accomplished Head of Technical to join our established site team. This site leadership role will
be pivotal in driving our technical strategy, ensuring compliance, and maintaining our strong commitments to the highest quality
and food safety.

Position Overview: As the Head of Technical, you will be responsible for the delivery of our business and technical strategy at
our chilled food manufacturing site in Nottingham. You will lead and inspire the full technical and site hygiene teams,
collaborate with key stakeholders, and ensure compliance with industry standards and rise the bar with our customers expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

* Strategy Execution: Deliver the business and technical strategy for the site and our variety of retail customers, ensuring
alignment with quality, legality, integrity, and food safety goals.
* Technical Leadership: Provide day-to-day technical accountability for the site and ensure that the hygiene and technical
performance of the site meets and exceeds standards.
* Leadership: Play a key role in the site Senior Leadership Team (SLT), contributing to the overall success of the site.
* Customer Management: Deliver excellence in technical customer management, ensuring compliance with client expectations and
managing customer visits, audits, and launches effectively.
* Team Management: Manage the site's technical and hygiene teams on a day-to-day basis, driving technical standards, compliance,
and continuous improvements.
* Cross-functional Collaboration: Develop cross-functional relationships at site and group levels, encouraging joined-up working
and raising awareness of technical activities across the group.
* Performance Management: Having 5 direct reports, you will set clear SMART objectives for the technical function/team and
conduct regular reviews. Use data effectively to manage site performance and drive continuous improvement.
* Quality Assurance: Develop and improve customer joint quality plans, maintain the highest audit accreditation/results, and
ensure customer requirements and industry standards are exceeded.
* Budget Management: Set and manage technical and hygiene budgets effectively.
* Retailer Engagement: Represent the site/company at retailer meetings, audits, and visits, with a focus on Top 5 UK retailer
experience.
* Technical Expertise: Utilise your technical expertise, including HACCP, Food Safety, TACCP/Integrity, and lead auditor
qualifications, to support product process and design from a technical perspective.
* Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement across the site in all areas against agreed KPIs, customer requirements,
and legislation.




Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Food background).
* HACCP level 3 certification, Food Safety level 3 certification, TACCP/Integrity certification.
* Lead auditor qualification.
* Full UK driving license.
* Proven track record of technical/quality management in a large, challenging, fast-paced environment chilled food environment.
* Strong communication and negotiation skills in reactive and flexible situations.
* Experience leading Top 5 retailer and certification audits.
* Proven ability to manage a large technical and Hygiene team and develop talent.
* Accomplished in driving the group's technical agenda/strategy.
* Continuously improve the site technical standards and technical KPIs.

Benefits

The role comes with exceptional benefits you would expect from a company of our size and the for the technical expertise the role
requires.

We also offer:

* 2 volunteering days per year
* Free Products
* Site/Team Charity Events
* Site Parking
* Staff Canteen
* Formal and informal training
* Employee competitions with great prizes
* Online and High Street retailer discount portal
* Company Wellness and community support groups

How to Apply:

If you are an experienced and qualified Head of Technical with a proven track record in chilled food manufacturing and a passion
for quality and excellence in technical leadership, we encourage you to apply.

The Compleat Food Group are proud to build an inclusive and respectful culture where all our colleagues feel safe, supported and
valued. A place where they can bring their whole selves to work to achieve exceptional results and thrive.

We continue to attract diverse talent into our teams, because we know greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides
a better working life. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do.

Recruitment Agencies We have an active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any
speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies.

Job Advert

Zorba Foods now part of The Compleat Food Group are on a mission to create tasting food that’s better for people and the planet,
we call it ‘Food to Feel Good’. We pride ourselves on being a business that gives equal emphasis to HOW we operate as well as the
financial results we achieve.



Our fantastic people are what make this possible. They are passionate about creating delicious products for UK consumers, leading
retailers and our exciting, market leading brands.




We have an amazing opportunity for a Factory Technical Manager to join our site in Ebbw Vale, Wales.




You will be responsible for:

· Delivering the business and technical strategy for each customer, whilst driving quality and food safety through a collaborative
approach, utilising quality improvement plans.

· Driving continuous improvement across our fantastic site to achieve agreed targets, customer requirements and legislation.

· Monitoring, trending and driving performance improvements against site set objectives and targets.

· Supporting our operations teams to produce products that raise the bar , exceed quality, safety, legality and authenticity
requirements.

· To manage all aspects of factory technical team functions whilst establishing, maintaining and driving standards, practices and
culture throughout the business.




Authority and accountability;

· Day to day technical management of the factory.

· Accountable for the technical performance of the factory, including 2 direct reports and team of 15

· Deputise for the Head of Technical





Previous experience of working in ready to eat, chilled food /complex short shelf life manufacturing site is critical to this
role. Customer facing/ Top 5 retailer and BRC experience.

Able to demonstrate sound decision making, have the courage to challenge for better.

Qualifications: HACCP (level 4 or minimum 3), Food Safety (minimum level 3)

Internal Audit training or lead auditor.

Food Science degree, HND equivalent or considerable experience.

Similar experience working in a QA Manager vacancy would also be considered

Allergen awareness training.




You need to be an excellent communicator for this role - communicating with colleagues at all levels, external stakeholders and or
course our customers.

Approachable outlook, solution orientated and team orientated

Well organised with excellent attention to detail, and look to think or news ways of raising the bar

We are looking for somebody who is ambitious, dedicated and driven to succeed in their technical career with us.

Because we are a chilled food manufacturing business with short shelf life products we work at pace and are looking for somebody
who can manage a mixed team with a varied workload.

Good IT skills also required.

Ability to develop an excellent relationship with site, customers, supply base and internal/external stakeholders based on
integrity, trust, and technical expertise.

Somebody who thrives in a fast-paced challenging environment. Who can multi-task effectively.

Ability to work methodically and find appropriate solutions where challenges occur.




In a group of our size, there are a variety of roles across the group therefore there is frequent opportunity for progression
within our Technical team (central, outsourced and in house)

We have a highly respected Senior Technical team to ensure consistent Coaching/mentoring opportunities who are always on hand for
support and advise.

You will be working for a Company with real integrity, that strive to always do the right thing!

Internal training opportunities available (Including new e-learning platform).




Key responsibilities:

· Delivering excellence in technical customer management and ensuring compliance with customer expectations and management.

· Manage the factory technical team on a day-to-day basis, delivering excellent factory standards, driving continuous factory and
technical improvements.

· Deliver factory technical plans for the site

· Prepare and participate in customer visits and audits, including all 3rd party assessments

· Support Technical services team in maintaining product sampling systems

· Monitor standards of factory hygiene and manufacturing standards compliance.

· Effective use of data to manage site performance, with accuracy to ensure continuous improvement.




The Compleat Food Group are proud to have built an inclusive and respectful culture where our colleagues feel safe, supported and
valued. A place where they can bring their whole selves to work to achieve exceptional results and thrive. If this sounds like the
kind of opportunity and company you are looking for - apply now!



We continue to attract diverse talent into our teams, because we know greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides
a better working life. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do.


Recruitment Agencies We have an active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any
speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies.

Job Advert

Development Chef

Crewe, Cheshire

Full-Time

£35k - £38k based on experience




The Compleat Food Group are a dynamic and innovative food company renowned for our commitment to great-taste, quality, creativity,
and sustainability. Our team of passionate foodies are on the lookout for a talented Development Chef to join our culinary team at
our Bakery in Crewe, Cheshire. We specialise and lead innovation in frozen sweet and savoury bakery products and ready meals for
our retail and food-service customers.




The Role:

As a Development Chef, you will be at the forefront of our culinary innovation. You will play a key role in developing new
products, recipes and menus, focusing on great taste, presentation, affordability and nutrition. Your creativity and expertise
will contribute significantly to our product development and recipe offerings. You will join a highly talented and friendly
culinary team that continue to develop individual savoury and sweet bakery products including savoury pastry, pies, cookies,
cookie dough, tray bakes, doughnuts, fresh cream cakes, brownies and scones.




Key Responsibilities:

* * Create, write, develop and test new products and recipes
* * Collaborate with Group NPD and Category teams to support the development and innovation pipeline for both our own brands and
customer own label products.
* * Follow TCFG product launch processes to effectively deliver EPD & NPD on time every time.
* * Work closely with the process & production teams to scale products and recipes for mass production.
* * Ensure all new products meet the required quality, cost, technical and sustainability standards.
* * Conduct market research to identify trends and customer preferences.
* * Identify newness through directional shopping (shows, local markets, farm shops, restaurant reviews).
* * Lead presentations
* * Interpret complex customer briefs to deliver innovative concepts that delight our customers
* * Collaborate with the marketing team to promote new products.
* * Train and mentor junior kitchen staff.
* * Maintain the trawl and trend list
* * Maintain the highest standards of food safety, quality and hygiene.

Requirements:

* Proven experience as a Development Chef or similar role in the food industry.
* Experience of working successfully in a Michelin or Rosette level kitchen
* Culinary arts qualification or equivalent.
* Strong knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines.
* Excellent palate and a genuine passion for food and a flare for innovation.
* Strong communication and organisational skills.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever changing environment and meet tight deadlines.
* Flexibility with regards to hours worked, some earlier starts will be required
* Knowledge of industry regulations and standards.
* Driving Licence to travel to customers, suppliers, events and our location
* Enthusiasm to learn and grow
* Hard working and driven to succeed and progress

Benefits:

* * Competitive salary, matched pension, 33 days annual leave
* * Opportunities for professional growth and development.
* * Creative and supportive work environment with access to training and development
* * Employee discount portal for high-street and online retailers and Health and Well-being support
* * Free parking at site
* * 2 volunteering days per year
* * Compleat Mind support network and various internal community support groups
* * Grocery Aid accesss
* * Free product give aways
*

* How to Apply:

Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your culinary experience and why you would be a great fit for this role. First
interviews will be held on teams, with a further 2nd interview and cooking demonstration held at site if successfully progressed.




The Compleat Food Group are proud to build an inclusive and respectful culture where all our colleagues feel safe, supported and
valued. A place where they can bring their whole selves to work to achieve exceptional results and thrive.



We continue to attract diverse talent into our teams, because we know greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides
a better working life. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do.


Recruitment Agencies We have an active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any
speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies.

Job Advert

Role overview




At The Compleat Food Group we’re on a mission to create great tasting food that’s better for people and the planet, we call it
‘Food to Feel Good’. We pride ourselves on being a business that gives equal emphasis to HOW we operate as well as the financial
results we achieve.



Our 3,500 (and growing) fantastic people are what make this possible. They are passionate about creating delicious products for UK
consumers, leading retailers and our exciting, market leading brands, which include Wall’s Pastry, Squeaky Bean and Unearthed.



Engineer

The main purpose of this role is to ensure Riverside Bakery is capable of providing our customers with high quality, safe food
products at a high level of efficiency. This will be driven by delivery of site PPM plan, fast response to reactive situations and
appropriate close out of actions.




Key Duties, Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Inclusive of but not inclusive to:




Health and Safety

* Completion of Health and Safety actions raised (i.e near misses)
* Compliance to mandatory site procedures (i.e LOTOTO)




Food Safety / Technical Standards

* Completion of Technical/Quality actions raised (Fabrication/Hygiene audit list)
* Compliance to site Technical Standards (E43 Engineering release form, Toolbox inventory etc)
* Ensure Food Safety and equipment integrity is maintained in line with PPM's




KPI / Reporting

* Ensure all actions captured on CMMS System
* Ensure all downtime agreed with operations so unity between Engineering and Operations reports
* Ensure all Operational issues recorded on work log




Maintenance

* Ensure high level of service to operations
* Completion of planned maintenance tasks
* Ensure all actions identified are captured and appropriately resolved




GMP / Standards

* Maintain appropriate standards within engineering areas




Benefits

* Competitive Salary
* 25 days annual leave per year PLUS Bank Holidays
* Parking at Site
* 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
* Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
* Employee well-being and community support groups
* Access to Grocery Aid




The Compleat Food Group are proud to build an inclusive and respectful culture where all our colleagues feel safe, supported and
valued. A place where they can bring their whole selves to work to achieve exceptional results and thrive.



We continue to attract diverse talent into our teams, because we know greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides
a better working life. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do.

Job Advert

Site Head of Technical - Chilled Food Manufacturing

Location: Poole Bakery




About Us: The Compleat Food Group is one the UK's leading food manufacturing companies, dedicated to delivering high-quality and
innovative food products to delight our customers.

We are seeking an experienced and accomplished Head of Technical to join our experienced site team. This site leadership role will
be pivotal in driving our technical strategy, ensuring compliance, and maintaining our strong commitments to quality and food
safety.

Position Overview: As the Head of Technical, you will be responsible for the delivery of our business and technical strategy at
our chilled food manufacturing site in the beautiful area of Poole, Dorset. You will lead and inspire both the technical and site
Hygiene teams, collaborate with key stakeholders, and ensure compliance with industry standards and customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

* Strategy Execution: Deliver the business and technical strategy for the site and our customers, ensuring alignment with
quality, legality, integrity, and food safety goals.
* Technical Leadership: Provide day-to-day technical accountability for the site and ensure the hygiene and technical performance
of the site meets and exceeds standards.
* Leadership: Act as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), contributing to the overall success of the site.
* Customer Management: Deliver excellence in technical customer management, ensuring compliance with client expectations and
managing customer visits, audits, and launches effectively.
* Team Management: Manage the site's technical team on a day-to-day basis, driving technical standards, compliance, and
continuous improvements.
* Cross-functional Collaboration: Develop cross-functional relationships at site and group levels, encouraging joined-up working
and raising awareness of technical activities across the group.
* Performance Management: Set clear SMART objectives for the technical function/team and conduct regular reviews. Use data
effectively to manage site performance and drive continuous improvement.
* Quality Assurance: Develop and improve customer joint quality plans, maintain high audit accreditation/results, and ensure
customer requirements and industry standards are exceeded,
* Budget Management: Set and manage technical and hygiene budgets effectively.
* Retailer Engagement: Represent the site/company at retailer meetings, audits, and visits, with a focus on Top 5 UK retailer
experience.
* Technical Expertise: Utilise your technical expertise, including HACCP, Food Safety, TACCP/Integrity, and lead auditor
qualifications, to support product process and design from a technical perspective.
* Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement across the site against agreed KPIs, customer requirements, and
legislation.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Food background).
* HACCP level 3 certification.
* Food Safety level 3 certification.
* TACCP/Integrity certification.
* Lead auditor qualification.
* Full UK driving license.
* Proven track record of technical/quality management in a large, challenging, fast-paced environment, ideally within chilled
foods.
* Strong communication and negotiation skills in reactive and flexible situations.
* Experience leading retailer and certification audits.
* Proven ability to manage a large technical team and develop talent.
* Accomplished in driving the group's technical agenda/strategy.
* Continuous improvement of site technical standards and technical KPIs.

Benefits

The role comes with exceptional benefits you would expect from a company of our size and the for the technical expertise the role
requires.

We also offer:

* 2 volunteering days per year
* Free Products
* Site/Team Charity Events
* Site Parking
* Staff Canteen
* Formal and informal training
* Employee competitions with great prizes
* Online and High Street retailer discount portal
* Company Wellness and community support groups

How to Apply:

If you are an experienced and qualified Head of Technical with a proven track record in chilled food manufacturing and a passion
for excellence in technical leadership, we encourage you to apply.

The Compleat Food Group are proud to build an inclusive and respectful culture where all our colleagues feel safe, supported and
valued. A place where they can bring their whole selves to work to achieve exceptional results and thrive.

We continue to attract diverse talent into our teams, because we know greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides
a better working life. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do.

Recruitment Agencies We have an active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any
speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies.

Job Advert

The Compleat Food Group are on a mission to create great quality, tasty and affordable food that people love to eat. We call it
"Food to feel good".

We produce a wide variety of products across Chilled Savoury Pastry, Olives, Modern Deli, Anti Pasti, Pickles, Ferments Plant
Based and Desserts.

We are recruiting for a Senior Buyer to join our established Procurement team to support the buying and contract negotiations of
the above products and ingredients. The role would suit an ambitious buyer looking to gain an opportunity to progress their career
in procurement into a Senior buying role. The role is Hybrid, but the reporting locations can be either our Redhill (Surrey),
Nottingham or Milton Keynes site offices 2-3 days per week.




You will:

* Welcome the added responsibility for company spend across nominated categories and improving company profitability and working
capital.
* Continually develop and improve our supply base (sourcing established and innovative new ingredients and selecting suppliers).
* Track supplier performance against agreed measures.
* Update, develop and implement Category Strategies.
* Provide strategic commercial/competitive advantage to the business and add value to our prestigious clients and consumers
through innovative sourcing




What you will be doing:




* Sourcing for allocated categories ensuring guarantee of Supply, Quality, Service, Cost and Innovation.
* Assessing risk of continuous supply, working cross functionally and putting mitigation actions in place.
* Introducing approved new suppliers to increase innovation through supply base and increase choice.
* Management and measurement of Supplier Performance against set targets.
* Providing accurate business forecasts for allocated spend areas and achieve set financial budgets/targets.
* Maintain market knowledge and awareness related to your allocated categories and communicate impact to the business
* Lead and manage projects and procurement activities within your allocated categories.
* Shaping "what good looks like" and best practice Procurement processes and techniques for the function
* Ensuring all expenditure is sourced and contracted through approved processes within your allocated categories.
* Continually seek commercial/competitive advantage throughout the company and help other budget holders achieve their targets
through the negotiation of best value.
* Travelling to our different sites and suppliers for frequent meetings and product/supplier approvals.




Experiences:

* Professional/ Technical experience e.g. strategic buying / category management / experience in ingredients/food industry.
* Skilled negotiator - able to identify and develop commercial opportunities.
* Experience in supplier relationship management
* Possess excellent communication skills to effectively influence all functions, and levels of the Group.
* Have excellent analytical, organisational & reporting skills.
* Strong and confident decision maker. Happy to make decisions and stand by them.
* Able to demonstrate experience in managing and delivering projects.
* Understanding and knowledge of contract legislation and processes.
* CIPS qualified (Desirable).
* Driving Licence (Essential to travel between sites and visit suppliers as required)




If this sounds like the type of varied buying challenge you are looking for, in a newly created food group, please send your CV
over to arrange a call to discuss the role in more detail.




We are dedicated to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion - supporting one another and appreciating uniqueness in the company.

We are continuing to build a culture where all our colleagues feel supported and valued, whilst feeling they can bring their whole
selves to our workplaces.

We wish to continue to attract diverse teams, we believe in creating an inclusive, respectful organisational culture for our
colleagues and future talent, because we believe greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides a better working
life.

Job Advert

Quality Assurance Manager




Crewe, Cheshire




Up to £47,500 per annum




The Compleat Food Group are a dynamic and innovative food company renowned for our commitment to great-taste, quality, creativity,
and sustainability. Our team of passionate foodies are on the lookout for two Quality Assurance Manager's at our Bakery in Crewe,
Cheshire. We specialise and lead innovation in frozen sweet and savoury bakery products and ready meals for our retail and
food-service customers.




The Role:




As a QA Manager, you will be will be working very closely with our Factory Technical Managers to ensure that food safety, legality
and quality standards are set and maintained in the manufacturing environment. To be able to deliver the specified standard of
product to the customer all the time, within the requirements of the law, customer codes of practice and good manufacturing
practice.




Key Responsibilities:




* Delivering excellence in technical customer management and ensuring compliance with client expectations and management.
* Manage the factory technical team on a day-to-day basis, delivering excellent factory standards, driving continuous factory and
technical improvements.
* Deliver technical plans for the site that demonstrate the delivery of the retailers’ requirements and the Compleat food Groups
requirements.
* Develop cross functional relationships at site and group level to encourage joined up working, ensuring all functions are aware
of technical activity.
* Set clear SMART objectives for technical function/team with regular reviews.
* Working cross functionally within the SLT, wider organisation, account, and site departments to deliver safe, legal, and
high-quality products.
* Effective use of data to manage site performance, with accuracy to ensure continuous improvement.
* Develop, manage, and improve customer joint quality plans.
* Assist/Manage customer visits/audits/launches.
* Maintain high audit accreditation/results.
* Support in product process and design from a technical perspective.
* Any additional reasonable technical requests.




Health & Safety and Food Safety Responsibilities:




* Understand the Health, Safety & Environmental Policy’s, safe rules, and statutory requirements applying to all operations under
your control.
* Ensure that all employees that you manage understand and agree to company Health & Safety rules, have receive the appropriate
Health & Safety Induction, and are instruction and the level of supervision as may be necessary to enable them to work safely,
and without injury or ill health.
* Ensure that all employees you manage know the procedures for reporting accidents and know what to do in the event of a fire, or
other emergencies that may require evacuation of the workplace.
* Ensure that, where required, protective clothing and equipment is available to all employees, and that it is correctly used.
* Ensure that risk assessments are undertaken to an acceptable level, and that they are reviewed as required. Ensure employees
are aware of hazards and control measures that impact them. Continually seek to reduce risk where possible.
* Ensure that new processes, products and equipment are subject to a risk assessment, and that the residual level of risk is
reduced to an acceptable level prior to launch or implementation.
* Ensure regular safety inspections and audits are undertaken to check that the Health & Safety rules and procedures are fully
implemented and adhered to at all levels across the site.
* Investigate all accidents, incidents, near misses and dangerous occurrences promptly and report the findings to the Factory
Manager, and the Health Safety & Environmental Compliance Manager
* Ensure that appropriate remedial action is taken in respect of all reported defects and complaints.
* Take responsibility for all Visitors / Contractors within your area.
* Ensure that good housekeeping standards are maintained.
* Ensure that all equipment is properly and regularly maintained, and repaired by competent persons, and that records are
maintained of these works.
* Stop a process that is operating out of compliance or specification on legal requirements or is unsafe.
* Ensures team comply with factory dress code standards at all times. Immediately deals with non-conformances. (E.g., correct
hair nets, jewellery removed, jackets buttoned correctly)
* Ensures prohibited items not being taken into factory (e.g., sweets, chewing gum, phones). Initiates pocket searches if
required.
* Ensures product produced is made to the SOP and meets customer specification.
* Works in partnership with Quality team to improve quality standards and close out non-conformances within timeframe given.

* Ensures area constantly at audit standard and CAYG in place. Ensures successful audits of own area, deals promptly with any
non-conformances.
* Knows what HACCP is, implications in own area and ensures all appropriate controls and paperwork is in place.

* Ensures paperwork is accurate, fully completed, delivered on time, and enables full traceability. Understands the legal
implications of not doing this properly.
* Ensures compliance with allergen and speciation control on changeovers. Clearly understands the health risks to consumers and
the recall implications. (e.g., product crossovers)




Leading People Responsibilities:




* Knows the process to follow to recruit new people into the team. Uses the agreed interview templates and makes fair selection
decisions. Allocated candidates to the right department based on skills and strengths.
* Knows how to effectively resource the team taking into consideration absence, holiday, training, succession, and leavers.
* Drives completion of skill matrix to ensure skills are maintained in department.
* Able to investigate and chair complex/sensitive disciplinary and grievance cases. Effectively handles dismissals and appeals.

* Ensures department are regularly kept up to date on business updates, department priorities and snapshot content (E.g., team
meetings). Seeks feedback of what's not working and takes action.
* Ensures shift supervisors can effectively manage time off requests, carry out investigations, conduct low level hearings,
manage absence.
* Demonstrates ability to effectively reward and recognise strong performance.
* Effectively makes use of Hero Awards scheme. Can also implement performance improvement plans with team members.




Requirements:




* Level 3 Food Safety and Hygiene.
* Essential Hygiene and Chemical Awareness.
* Level 3 HACCP.
* Experience of working in a food manufacturing environment, within a technical function.
* Experience in leading a team.




Benefits:




* Competitive salary, 33 days annual leave
* Opportunities for professional growth and development.
* Creative and supportive work environment with access to training and development
* Employee discount portal for high-street and online retailers and Health and Well-being support
* Free parking at site
* 2 volunteering days per year
* Compleat Mind support network and various internal community support groups
* Grocery Aid access
* Free product available on site.

How to Apply:




Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your quality assurance experience and why you would be a great fit for this
role.




The Compleat Food Group are proud to build an inclusive and respectful culture where all our colleagues feel safe, supported and
valued. A place where they can bring their whole selves to work to achieve exceptional results and thrive.



We continue to attract diverse talent into our teams, because we know greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides
a better working life. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do.




Recruitment Agencies We have an active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any
speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies.