Vacancy at Carrs Pasties Ltd
Food Production Team Leader
Salary
£ 14.55
PastyHQ (Manchester Road BL3 2NU)
Vacancy listed
17/08/2026
Application deadline
31/08/2026
Details
Join Our Team as a Food Production Team Leader.
At Carrs Pasties, we take pride in everything we make — and we're looking for a hands-on Team Leader to help guide our food production team as we grow our range of fresh sandwiches, salads and bakery favourites.
Vacancy:
39 hours per week over 5 days, including weekend rotation
Vacancy:
39 hours per week over 5 days, including weekend rotation
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the daily production of fresh sandwiches, salads and bakery items, including pasties, hitting volume and quality targets
- Organise and allocate tasks to keep the production line running smoothly and efficiently
- Prepare, portion and assemble products to approved recipes and specifications
- Bake off pastry products to the correct temperature and finish standards
- Complete food safety and compliance documentation accurately, including temperature checks, cleaning records and allergen controls
- Monitor stock levels, place orders with approved suppliers and rotate stock using FIFO principles
- Supervise, motivate and support the team throughout each shift, including briefings and on-the-job training
- Conduct back-to-work interviews, appraisals and identify training needs within the team
What We’re Looking For:
- Proven experience in food production, catering or food manufacturing
- Experience leading or supervising a small team
- Sound knowledge of food hygiene and safety legislation (Level 2 Food Safety in Catering, or willingness to obtain)
- Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational and time management skills
- A positive, hands-on approach
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a growing, family-feel business where quality comes first
- Take real ownership of your section, with the chance to shape and develop our product range
- Work in a supportive team environment with genuine opportunities for training and development
If you’re ready to bring your enthusiasm and dedication to our team, we’d love to hear from you! Please upload your CV and a cover letter.
Benefits
Pasty Bonus (discount on company products)
Healthcare cash plan
Access to Grocery Aid
Cycle to work scheme
Uniform
Hoot saving club
Company pension