Site Services Engineer - Projects Cambridgeshire £50,-Month Fixed Term Contract Monday to Friday, Flexible Hours Are you a Site Services or Utilities Engineer with a passion for energy efficiency and sustainability? We're working with a leading food manufacturing business in Cambridgeshire to find a Site Services Engineer - Projects to join their team on a 12-month FTC, with genuine scop click apply for full job details
Aug 26, 2026
Full time
Site Services Engineer - Projects Cambridgeshire £50,-Month Fixed Term Contract Monday to Friday, Flexible Hours Are you a Site Services or Utilities Engineer with a passion for energy efficiency and sustainability? We're working with a leading food manufacturing business in Cambridgeshire to find a Site Services Engineer - Projects to join their team on a 12-month FTC, with genuine scop click apply for full job details
Are you a passionate salesperson with a genuine love for food? Would you relish the opportunity to build a long-term career in the food import and distribution industry? This well-established and growing food importer and distributor is expanding its team and is looking for a motivated Junior Account Manager to come on board. You will receive full support and training from the Commercial Manager and Director as you learn the business, the products, and the customers. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your sales skills while working with an exciting and diverse product range. In this role, you will be responsible for developing sales, strengthening customer relationships, and helping to grow product distribution across the market. Key responsibilities include: -Developing sales and expanding product distribution -Building and maintaining long-term relationships with new and existing customers and suppliers -Managing customer accounts -Conducting customer and supplier visits (a full driving licence is required) -Providing feedback on customer opportunities and market information -Monitoring sales and stock levels to plan supply effectively -Tracking market conditions and pricing -Preparing costing sheets and analysing costs associated with buying and selling products -Monitoring and analysing existing contract balances -Communicating effectively with internal departments to ensure smooth execution of tasks -Using in-house systems including SAP, Microsoft Office, and the company intranet -Troubleshooting and resolving day-to-day issues as they arise About You -You have a background in sales and a passion for this type of role. -You may have some experience in the food or drink industry, selling to the likes of foodservice, B2B or retail. -You are eager to learn and take on a new challenge -You are organised, proactive, and commercially minded -You enjoy building relationships and working as part of a team -You are looking for a role where you can genuinely build a long-term career What's on Offer -Full training and support from senior leadership -Exposure to a broad and exciting food product portfolio -A team orientated, office-based role with scope for progression -25 days holiday + bank holidays If you thrive in a busy working environment, where no two days are the same then this is an opportunity not to be missed. You will become a key member of this commercial team that is part of a growing business in the food industry. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Aug 24, 2026
Full time
Are you a passionate salesperson with a genuine love for food? Would you relish the opportunity to build a long-term career in the food import and distribution industry? This well-established and growing food importer and distributor is expanding its team and is looking for a motivated Junior Account Manager to come on board. You will receive full support and training from the Commercial Manager and Director as you learn the business, the products, and the customers. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your sales skills while working with an exciting and diverse product range. In this role, you will be responsible for developing sales, strengthening customer relationships, and helping to grow product distribution across the market. Key responsibilities include: -Developing sales and expanding product distribution -Building and maintaining long-term relationships with new and existing customers and suppliers -Managing customer accounts -Conducting customer and supplier visits (a full driving licence is required) -Providing feedback on customer opportunities and market information -Monitoring sales and stock levels to plan supply effectively -Tracking market conditions and pricing -Preparing costing sheets and analysing costs associated with buying and selling products -Monitoring and analysing existing contract balances -Communicating effectively with internal departments to ensure smooth execution of tasks -Using in-house systems including SAP, Microsoft Office, and the company intranet -Troubleshooting and resolving day-to-day issues as they arise About You -You have a background in sales and a passion for this type of role. -You may have some experience in the food or drink industry, selling to the likes of foodservice, B2B or retail. -You are eager to learn and take on a new challenge -You are organised, proactive, and commercially minded -You enjoy building relationships and working as part of a team -You are looking for a role where you can genuinely build a long-term career What's on Offer -Full training and support from senior leadership -Exposure to a broad and exciting food product portfolio -A team orientated, office-based role with scope for progression -25 days holiday + bank holidays If you thrive in a busy working environment, where no two days are the same then this is an opportunity not to be missed. You will become a key member of this commercial team that is part of a growing business in the food industry. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Take your next step in the food industry with this well-established, growing food importer and distributor. You will become a key member of the retail team, where you report to the Commercial Manager, focusing on retail accounts. The accounts will include discounters (i.e. Home Bargains, Heron Foods) as well as a Top 5 grocery retailer. You will be working with an exciting and diverse product range across ambient and frozen categories. Key responsibilities include: -Building and maintaining long-term relationships with new and existing customers and suppliers -Developing sales and expanding product distribution -Managing customer accounts -Conducting customer and supplier visits (a full driving licence is required) -Providing feedback on customer opportunities and market information -Monitoring sales and stock levels to plan supply effectively -Tracking market conditions and pricing -Preparing costing sheets and analysing costs associated with buying and selling products -Monitoring and analysing existing contract balances -Communicating effectively with internal departments to ensure smooth execution of tasks -Using in-house systems including SAP, Microsoft Office, and the company intranet -Troubleshooting and resolving day-to-day issues as they arise About You -You have a background in food, either from a sales, account management or buying background, with an interest in a role where you will work with both suppliers and customers Your experience in food can be focused on retail, but candidates are also welcomed from a foodservice or manufacturing background -You are eager to learn and take on a new challenge -You are organised, proactive, and commercially minded -You enjoy building relationships and working as part of a team -You are looking for a role where you can genuinely build a long-term career -Essential: You have a clean UK driving license. What's on Offer -Full training and support from senior leadership -Exposure to a broad and exciting food product portfolio -Long-term prospects for international travel to visit suppliers -A team-orientated, office-based role with scope for progression -25 days holiday + bank holidays -Company car If you thrive in a busy working environment where no two days are the same, this is an opportunity not to be missed. You will become a key member of this retail commercial team that is part of a growing business in the food industry. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Aug 24, 2026
Full time
Take your next step in the food industry with this well-established, growing food importer and distributor. You will become a key member of the retail team, where you report to the Commercial Manager, focusing on retail accounts. The accounts will include discounters (i.e. Home Bargains, Heron Foods) as well as a Top 5 grocery retailer. You will be working with an exciting and diverse product range across ambient and frozen categories. Key responsibilities include: -Building and maintaining long-term relationships with new and existing customers and suppliers -Developing sales and expanding product distribution -Managing customer accounts -Conducting customer and supplier visits (a full driving licence is required) -Providing feedback on customer opportunities and market information -Monitoring sales and stock levels to plan supply effectively -Tracking market conditions and pricing -Preparing costing sheets and analysing costs associated with buying and selling products -Monitoring and analysing existing contract balances -Communicating effectively with internal departments to ensure smooth execution of tasks -Using in-house systems including SAP, Microsoft Office, and the company intranet -Troubleshooting and resolving day-to-day issues as they arise About You -You have a background in food, either from a sales, account management or buying background, with an interest in a role where you will work with both suppliers and customers Your experience in food can be focused on retail, but candidates are also welcomed from a foodservice or manufacturing background -You are eager to learn and take on a new challenge -You are organised, proactive, and commercially minded -You enjoy building relationships and working as part of a team -You are looking for a role where you can genuinely build a long-term career -Essential: You have a clean UK driving license. What's on Offer -Full training and support from senior leadership -Exposure to a broad and exciting food product portfolio -Long-term prospects for international travel to visit suppliers -A team-orientated, office-based role with scope for progression -25 days holiday + bank holidays -Company car If you thrive in a busy working environment where no two days are the same, this is an opportunity not to be missed. You will become a key member of this retail commercial team that is part of a growing business in the food industry. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Are you a Production Shift Manager, Front Line Manager, Area Manager or even a Production Supervisor with experience operating independently and involved in decision making? We are currently working with a well established but family feel food manufacturer who are looking for a Shift Manager to join the team on a Mon-Fri 06:30-15:00pm shift! You will be responsible for Shift Management of the area, ensuring team performance is upheld, compliance to health and safety, food safety and quality standards. Setting performance targets, KPI metrics and driving personal development plans. Running SIC meetings and identifying areas of cost savings and implementing CI/Lean manufacturing initiatives. To be successful in this role you will need to have 5+ years' experience operating in a management position, consisting of decision making and autonomously running a shift. A food background is essential, chilled and high risk the preference but other background can be considered. If you feel you match the above criteria and wish to apply for this great opportunity, please contact Sam on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed) directly. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Aug 22, 2026
Full time
Are you a Production Shift Manager, Front Line Manager, Area Manager or even a Production Supervisor with experience operating independently and involved in decision making? We are currently working with a well established but family feel food manufacturer who are looking for a Shift Manager to join the team on a Mon-Fri 06:30-15:00pm shift! You will be responsible for Shift Management of the area, ensuring team performance is upheld, compliance to health and safety, food safety and quality standards. Setting performance targets, KPI metrics and driving personal development plans. Running SIC meetings and identifying areas of cost savings and implementing CI/Lean manufacturing initiatives. To be successful in this role you will need to have 5+ years' experience operating in a management position, consisting of decision making and autonomously running a shift. A food background is essential, chilled and high risk the preference but other background can be considered. If you feel you match the above criteria and wish to apply for this great opportunity, please contact Sam on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed) directly. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
We are delighted to be working with a well-established and growing food manufacturing business, who are looking to welcome a Technical Graduate into their expanding technical team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a food science graduate to take their first step into a technical career within the food manufacturing industry, gaining hands-on exposure to quality, compliance, and product development within a supportive and knowledgeable team. Reporting directly to the Quality Manager, you will sit as part of the wider technical function, supporting the technical team across a variety of responsibilities as the business continues to grow. This role offers genuine progression potential and the chance to build a well-rounded foundation across technical, quality, and compliance disciplines. Responsibilities: Coordinate all technical systems, ensuring customer requirements are consistently delivered. Implement quality systems and ensure they are continually updated and maintained in line with BRC requirements. Play an active role as part of the site HACCP team. Support new product launches, working closely with colleagues across the site. Conduct and support internal audits. Support external audits, including BRC and customer audits, providing documentation as required. Handle and respond to customer complaints in a timely and professional manner. Requirements: A Food Science, or related, degree is essential. An understanding of retailer requirements is essential for this role. A good understanding of BRC and HACCP requirements. A strong ability to communicate effectively and work well as part of a team. An adaptable approach, with the willingness to learn and take on new challenges. This is a wonderful opportunity for a graduate to launch a long-term career in technical food manufacturing, with genuine mentorship, variety, and room to grow within a business that values its people. If you are passionate about food safety and quality, and keen to build a meaningful career in the industry, we would love to hear from you. The ideal candidate will be working in a similar position within food production. If you feel this exceptional opportunity is for you and you meet the above criteria, then click apply and send us an updated copy of your CV - alternatively you can send through your C.V to (url removed) or phone (phone number removed). As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Aug 07, 2026
Full time
We are delighted to be working with a well-established and growing food manufacturing business, who are looking to welcome a Technical Graduate into their expanding technical team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a food science graduate to take their first step into a technical career within the food manufacturing industry, gaining hands-on exposure to quality, compliance, and product development within a supportive and knowledgeable team. Reporting directly to the Quality Manager, you will sit as part of the wider technical function, supporting the technical team across a variety of responsibilities as the business continues to grow. This role offers genuine progression potential and the chance to build a well-rounded foundation across technical, quality, and compliance disciplines. Responsibilities: Coordinate all technical systems, ensuring customer requirements are consistently delivered. Implement quality systems and ensure they are continually updated and maintained in line with BRC requirements. Play an active role as part of the site HACCP team. Support new product launches, working closely with colleagues across the site. Conduct and support internal audits. Support external audits, including BRC and customer audits, providing documentation as required. Handle and respond to customer complaints in a timely and professional manner. Requirements: A Food Science, or related, degree is essential. An understanding of retailer requirements is essential for this role. A good understanding of BRC and HACCP requirements. A strong ability to communicate effectively and work well as part of a team. An adaptable approach, with the willingness to learn and take on new challenges. This is a wonderful opportunity for a graduate to launch a long-term career in technical food manufacturing, with genuine mentorship, variety, and room to grow within a business that values its people. If you are passionate about food safety and quality, and keen to build a meaningful career in the industry, we would love to hear from you. The ideal candidate will be working in a similar position within food production. If you feel this exceptional opportunity is for you and you meet the above criteria, then click apply and send us an updated copy of your CV - alternatively you can send through your C.V to (url removed) or phone (phone number removed). As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
A well-established and growing business, supplying leading UK retailers, are looking for an experienced Supplier Quality Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically-minded audit professional to take ownership of supplier technical compliance, risk management, and retailer relationships within a fast-paced, quality-driven environment. Our client places quality, safety, and integrity at the heart of everything they do, and this role sits right at the centre of that mission - working closely with suppliers, commercial teams, and retail customers to ensure the very highest standards are consistently met. Key Responsibilities Provide constructive, expert advice to Commercial teams on the technical capability of suppliers. Conduct full technical audits against relevant standards, file audit reports, and work with suppliers to close out corrective actions. Carry out supplier risk assessments to support the annual Supplier Risk Assessment review. Support suppliers in gaining and maintaining appropriate retailer approvals. Prepare supplier sites in advance of retailer audits and pre-production visits. Manage ethical trade compliance and ensure relevant ethical audits are maintained in line with customer expectations. Provide technical and audit support, including Code of Practice interpretation, across all supplier production sites. Remain fully conversant with current retailer technical standards, providing guidance to suppliers and Commercial colleagues. Manage the internal audit programme. Support product specification generation via retailer online systems. Deliver internal training as required. Maintain strong communication links and relationships with customer technical contacts. What you'll need: Proven experience as an experienced auditor with strong factory/production site knowledge. Willingness and ability to travel regularly within the UK and across Europe. Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to advise and influence at all levels. Highly organised, with the ability to manage detailed workloads accurately. Computer literate, compliant with procedures, and comfortable working to strict standards. Background in technical/quality compliance within a manufacturing or supply chain environment is essential. "If your experience aligns and you'd like to have a confidential conversation, click the link or send your CV to (url removed) As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Jul 31, 2026
Full time
A well-established and growing business, supplying leading UK retailers, are looking for an experienced Supplier Quality Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically-minded audit professional to take ownership of supplier technical compliance, risk management, and retailer relationships within a fast-paced, quality-driven environment. Our client places quality, safety, and integrity at the heart of everything they do, and this role sits right at the centre of that mission - working closely with suppliers, commercial teams, and retail customers to ensure the very highest standards are consistently met. Key Responsibilities Provide constructive, expert advice to Commercial teams on the technical capability of suppliers. Conduct full technical audits against relevant standards, file audit reports, and work with suppliers to close out corrective actions. Carry out supplier risk assessments to support the annual Supplier Risk Assessment review. Support suppliers in gaining and maintaining appropriate retailer approvals. Prepare supplier sites in advance of retailer audits and pre-production visits. Manage ethical trade compliance and ensure relevant ethical audits are maintained in line with customer expectations. Provide technical and audit support, including Code of Practice interpretation, across all supplier production sites. Remain fully conversant with current retailer technical standards, providing guidance to suppliers and Commercial colleagues. Manage the internal audit programme. Support product specification generation via retailer online systems. Deliver internal training as required. Maintain strong communication links and relationships with customer technical contacts. What you'll need: Proven experience as an experienced auditor with strong factory/production site knowledge. Willingness and ability to travel regularly within the UK and across Europe. Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to advise and influence at all levels. Highly organised, with the ability to manage detailed workloads accurately. Computer literate, compliant with procedures, and comfortable working to strict standards. Background in technical/quality compliance within a manufacturing or supply chain environment is essential. "If your experience aligns and you'd like to have a confidential conversation, click the link or send your CV to (url removed) As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing food business at a pivotal stage in its journey. With significant investment, ambitious plans, the business is entering a period of serious growth and is now looking for a Process Technologist to play a key role in shaping its future. Working at the heart of a busy and innovative team, bringing new products to life. You'll lead the process from concept through to successful launch, collaborating closely with major UK retailers to deliver products that excite consumers and strengthen long-term partnerships. In addition to managing the critical path, you'll take ownership of process development and continuous improvement, ensuring products move smoothly and efficiently through the factory while maintaining the highest standards of quality and compliance. The role also includes helping to build capability as the business continues to expand. This position offers the chance to make a genuine impact in a business where ideas move quickly, innovation is encouraged and individuals have the opportunity to take real ownership. It's an ideal role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and wants to be part of building something special. We're keen to speak with individuals who have experience within food manufacturing and a strong understanding of the concept-to-launch process. Whether you're an experienced Process Technologist looking for the next step, a Development Technologist ready to move into process, this role offers outstanding scope for progression within a rapidly growing business. To express interest, contact Nicola for a confidential conversation on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed) As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Jun 03, 2026
Full time
This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing food business at a pivotal stage in its journey. With significant investment, ambitious plans, the business is entering a period of serious growth and is now looking for a Process Technologist to play a key role in shaping its future. Working at the heart of a busy and innovative team, bringing new products to life. You'll lead the process from concept through to successful launch, collaborating closely with major UK retailers to deliver products that excite consumers and strengthen long-term partnerships. In addition to managing the critical path, you'll take ownership of process development and continuous improvement, ensuring products move smoothly and efficiently through the factory while maintaining the highest standards of quality and compliance. The role also includes helping to build capability as the business continues to expand. This position offers the chance to make a genuine impact in a business where ideas move quickly, innovation is encouraged and individuals have the opportunity to take real ownership. It's an ideal role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and wants to be part of building something special. We're keen to speak with individuals who have experience within food manufacturing and a strong understanding of the concept-to-launch process. Whether you're an experienced Process Technologist looking for the next step, a Development Technologist ready to move into process, this role offers outstanding scope for progression within a rapidly growing business. To express interest, contact Nicola for a confidential conversation on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed) As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Site Engineer Straight days 8am-4pm Salary - £50,000 = benefits I am currently seeking a Site Engineer to join a growing team in Manchester. As a key member of the organisation, you will be responsible for responding to reactive breakdowns, completeing PPM's & leading a small team of engineers. Lead and motivate a team of engineers click apply for full job details
May 31, 2026
Full time
Site Engineer Straight days 8am-4pm Salary - £50,000 = benefits I am currently seeking a Site Engineer to join a growing team in Manchester. As a key member of the organisation, you will be responsible for responding to reactive breakdowns, completeing PPM's & leading a small team of engineers. Lead and motivate a team of engineers click apply for full job details
Multi skilled Maintenance Engineer 12 hour Days & Nights Wirral £62,000 basic salary + benefits As a Multi-Skilled Engineer, you'll play a critical role in maintaining, improving, and innovating across production lines. Planned and reactive maintenance across mechanical and electrical systems Diagnosing faults and implementing sustainable solutions Supporting continuous improvement projects Workin click apply for full job details
May 30, 2026
Full time
Multi skilled Maintenance Engineer 12 hour Days & Nights Wirral £62,000 basic salary + benefits As a Multi-Skilled Engineer, you'll play a critical role in maintaining, improving, and innovating across production lines. Planned and reactive maintenance across mechanical and electrical systems Diagnosing faults and implementing sustainable solutions Supporting continuous improvement projects Workin click apply for full job details
Site Engineer Straight days 8am-4pm Salary - £50,000 = benefits I am currently seeking a Site Engineer to join a growing team in Manchester. As a key member of the organisation, you will be responsible for responding to reactive breakdowns, completeing PPM's & leading a small team of engineers. Lead and motivate a team of engineers click apply for full job details
May 29, 2026
Full time
Site Engineer Straight days 8am-4pm Salary - £50,000 = benefits I am currently seeking a Site Engineer to join a growing team in Manchester. As a key member of the organisation, you will be responsible for responding to reactive breakdowns, completeing PPM's & leading a small team of engineers. Lead and motivate a team of engineers click apply for full job details
Multi-skilled Engineer - Nights Norfolk A well-established and highly respected FMCG manufacturer in Norfolk is seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer to join their night shift engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern, high-speed production facility that continues to invest heavily in equipment, automation, and its people click apply for full job details
May 29, 2026
Full time
Multi-skilled Engineer - Nights Norfolk A well-established and highly respected FMCG manufacturer in Norfolk is seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer to join their night shift engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern, high-speed production facility that continues to invest heavily in equipment, automation, and its people click apply for full job details
Multi skilled Maintenance Engineer 12 hour Days & Nights Wirral £62,000 basic salary + benefits As a Multi-Skilled Engineer, you'll play a critical role in maintaining, improving, and innovating across production lines. Planned and reactive maintenance across mechanical and electrical systems Diagnosing faults and implementing sustainable solutions Supporting continuous improvement projects Workin click apply for full job details
May 29, 2026
Full time
Multi skilled Maintenance Engineer 12 hour Days & Nights Wirral £62,000 basic salary + benefits As a Multi-Skilled Engineer, you'll play a critical role in maintaining, improving, and innovating across production lines. Planned and reactive maintenance across mechanical and electrical systems Diagnosing faults and implementing sustainable solutions Supporting continuous improvement projects Workin click apply for full job details
Are you practical, detail-focused and experienced in quality control - not just theory, but hands-on inspection? We're looking for a Quality Inspector to join a regulated manufacturing environment where accuracy and consistency are essential, a hands-on, practical approach to quality is valued, and doing things right the first time is the standard. This role would suit someone with experience in quality inspection within any structured production setting. Attitude and aptitude are more important than qualifications - full training can be provided for the right person who is willing to learn and develop. The Role: Working a rotating double day shift, you will be responsible for ensuring materials and finished products meet required specifications and quality standards before release. Your responsibilities will include: Inspecting incoming materials Carrying out in-process production checks Performing first article inspections Final product release inspection Mechanical, physical and visual testing Completing inspection reports and maintaining accurate records Raising non-conformance reports where required Supporting investigations and continuous improvement activities Maintaining compliance within a structured quality management system You will play a key role in ensuring that standards are maintained without negatively impacting operational efficiency. This is a great opportunity for someone who takes pride in high standards, enjoys hands-on work, and wants to develop their career in a structured quality environment. If you have quality experience, a practical mindset, and are ready to grow, we'd love to hear from you. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
May 26, 2026
Full time
Are you practical, detail-focused and experienced in quality control - not just theory, but hands-on inspection? We're looking for a Quality Inspector to join a regulated manufacturing environment where accuracy and consistency are essential, a hands-on, practical approach to quality is valued, and doing things right the first time is the standard. This role would suit someone with experience in quality inspection within any structured production setting. Attitude and aptitude are more important than qualifications - full training can be provided for the right person who is willing to learn and develop. The Role: Working a rotating double day shift, you will be responsible for ensuring materials and finished products meet required specifications and quality standards before release. Your responsibilities will include: Inspecting incoming materials Carrying out in-process production checks Performing first article inspections Final product release inspection Mechanical, physical and visual testing Completing inspection reports and maintaining accurate records Raising non-conformance reports where required Supporting investigations and continuous improvement activities Maintaining compliance within a structured quality management system You will play a key role in ensuring that standards are maintained without negatively impacting operational efficiency. This is a great opportunity for someone who takes pride in high standards, enjoys hands-on work, and wants to develop their career in a structured quality environment. If you have quality experience, a practical mindset, and are ready to grow, we'd love to hear from you. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Our client, a well-established and rapidly expanding international food and beverage brand, is seeking a Food & Beverage Development Manager to join their growing U.K. team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of a highly recognisable brand within a competitive and fast-paced market. With a strong heritage and ambitious expansion plans, the business is focused on delivering high-quality products, exceptional customer experiences and continuous innovation across its food and beverage offering. In this role, you will be responsible for driving business performance through the development and execution of food and beverage strategies, creating and evolving product ranges that deliver consistency in taste, quality, value and overall customer satisfaction. With a particular emphasis on beverage development, you will identify emerging trends, lead new product launches and introduce innovative concepts that keep the brand fresh and relevant. You will also play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of the beverage category, working closely with cross-functional teams including marketing, supply chain, finance and operations to deliver commercially successful ranges. The ideal candidate will have experience in product development within food service, QSR, or beverage-led environments, alongside a strong understanding of HACCP, excellent stakeholder management skills and advanced Excel capability. This would be particularly well suited to someone looking to take the next step into a management-level role. The position offers excellent learning and development opportunities, with strong exposure across multiple areas of the business. As the company continues its rapid expansion, there is significant scope for growth and progression, along with the opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of the food and beverage offering at a strategic level. Based in London, the role also involves regular travel across the U.K. supporting site visits, supplier engagement and ongoing product development initiatives. In return, you will receive a competitive benefits package including a generous holiday allowance, flexible working arrangements, and a comprehensive company package. Please Note: Sponsorship is not available for this role so you must have full right to work in the UK. For a confidential conversation to find out more please contact Danielle Bailey on (phone number removed) or (url removed) As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
May 26, 2026
Full time
Our client, a well-established and rapidly expanding international food and beverage brand, is seeking a Food & Beverage Development Manager to join their growing U.K. team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of a highly recognisable brand within a competitive and fast-paced market. With a strong heritage and ambitious expansion plans, the business is focused on delivering high-quality products, exceptional customer experiences and continuous innovation across its food and beverage offering. In this role, you will be responsible for driving business performance through the development and execution of food and beverage strategies, creating and evolving product ranges that deliver consistency in taste, quality, value and overall customer satisfaction. With a particular emphasis on beverage development, you will identify emerging trends, lead new product launches and introduce innovative concepts that keep the brand fresh and relevant. You will also play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of the beverage category, working closely with cross-functional teams including marketing, supply chain, finance and operations to deliver commercially successful ranges. The ideal candidate will have experience in product development within food service, QSR, or beverage-led environments, alongside a strong understanding of HACCP, excellent stakeholder management skills and advanced Excel capability. This would be particularly well suited to someone looking to take the next step into a management-level role. The position offers excellent learning and development opportunities, with strong exposure across multiple areas of the business. As the company continues its rapid expansion, there is significant scope for growth and progression, along with the opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of the food and beverage offering at a strategic level. Based in London, the role also involves regular travel across the U.K. supporting site visits, supplier engagement and ongoing product development initiatives. In return, you will receive a competitive benefits package including a generous holiday allowance, flexible working arrangements, and a comprehensive company package. Please Note: Sponsorship is not available for this role so you must have full right to work in the UK. For a confidential conversation to find out more please contact Danielle Bailey on (phone number removed) or (url removed) As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Manager Food Manufacturing London Standalone Leadership Role with Strategic Influence Some HSE roles are about ticking boxes. Others give you the opportunity to shape the future of a site. This is one of those opportunities. We're exclusively supporting a growing and well-invested food manufacturing business in London to appoint a Health, Safety & Environmental click apply for full job details
May 25, 2026
Full time
Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Manager Food Manufacturing London Standalone Leadership Role with Strategic Influence Some HSE roles are about ticking boxes. Others give you the opportunity to shape the future of a site. This is one of those opportunities. We're exclusively supporting a growing and well-invested food manufacturing business in London to appoint a Health, Safety & Environmental click apply for full job details
Immediate start! You will be responsible for leading a team, maintaining exceptional hygiene standards across the site: Cleaning production equipment, machinery, and all site areas to a high standard Maintaining strict personal hygiene and PPE compliance Working safely in line with COSHH, health & safety, and site procedures Completing hygiene records accurately and on time Supporting a "right first time" and audit-ready culture Previous cleaning or hygiene experience preferred (food manufacturing desirable but not essential) Awareness of COSHH and safe chemical handling Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining standards Reliable team player with good communication skills To apply it's really easy, contact Natasha on (phone number removed) or send your C.V to (url removed) As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
May 24, 2026
Full time
Immediate start! You will be responsible for leading a team, maintaining exceptional hygiene standards across the site: Cleaning production equipment, machinery, and all site areas to a high standard Maintaining strict personal hygiene and PPE compliance Working safely in line with COSHH, health & safety, and site procedures Completing hygiene records accurately and on time Supporting a "right first time" and audit-ready culture Previous cleaning or hygiene experience preferred (food manufacturing desirable but not essential) Awareness of COSHH and safe chemical handling Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining standards Reliable team player with good communication skills To apply it's really easy, contact Natasha on (phone number removed) or send your C.V to (url removed) As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Manager Food Manufacturing London Standalone Leadership Role with Strategic Influence Some HSE roles are about ticking boxes. Others give you the opportunity to shape the future of a site. This is one of those opportunities. We're exclusively supporting a growing and well-invested food manufacturing business in London to appoint a Health, Safety & Environmental click apply for full job details
May 22, 2026
Full time
Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Manager Food Manufacturing London Standalone Leadership Role with Strategic Influence Some HSE roles are about ticking boxes. Others give you the opportunity to shape the future of a site. This is one of those opportunities. We're exclusively supporting a growing and well-invested food manufacturing business in London to appoint a Health, Safety & Environmental click apply for full job details
We are partnering with a leading global food ingredients manufacturer to recruit a Commercial Finance Business Partner. This is a key role within the UK&I commercial team, offering significant exposure to senior commercial stakeholders and the opportunity to directly influence business performance and strategy. Reporting to the Head of FP&A and Business Partnering, the successful candidate will lead commercial finance business partnering-providing insight, challenge, and support to drive profitable growth. The Role This position sits at the heart of the commercial function, acting as a trusted advisor to Sales and Commercial leadership. You will play a critical role in shaping decision-making through robust financial insight, effective planning, and strong governance. Key responsibilities include: -Acting as the finance lead to the Commercial team, influencing and challenging decisions to drive profitable growth -Leading the commercial finance input into forecasting, budgeting, and the monthly performance cycle -Delivering clear, actionable insight on revenue, margin, pricing, and portfolio performance -Owning pricing governance, including the development and maintenance of pricing models and frameworks -Supporting customer negotiations through scenario planning and financial analysis -Developing customer and product profitability analysis, identifying risks and opportunities to improve margin -Partnering with R&D and Commercial teams on new product development (NPD) and innovation business cases -Ensuring robust governance, tracking, and delivery of NPD initiatives -Driving continuous improvement across commercial finance processes, tools, and reporting We are looking for a commercially minded finance professional with strong business partnering experience and the ability to influence senior stakeholders. Key requirements: -Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) -Proven experience in commercial finance and business partnering roles, ideally from a food manufacturing background. -Strong analytical and data management skills, with advanced Excel capability -Experience with pricing, costing models, and profitability analysis -Familiarity with BI systems and tools -Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate data into clear commercial insight -Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a track record of driving improvements -Experience working with product development or R&D functions is advantageous This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, globally recognised organisation in a highly visible and impactful role. You will have the chance to shape commercial performance, influence key decisions, and contribute to ongoing growth and innovation. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
May 22, 2026
Full time
We are partnering with a leading global food ingredients manufacturer to recruit a Commercial Finance Business Partner. This is a key role within the UK&I commercial team, offering significant exposure to senior commercial stakeholders and the opportunity to directly influence business performance and strategy. Reporting to the Head of FP&A and Business Partnering, the successful candidate will lead commercial finance business partnering-providing insight, challenge, and support to drive profitable growth. The Role This position sits at the heart of the commercial function, acting as a trusted advisor to Sales and Commercial leadership. You will play a critical role in shaping decision-making through robust financial insight, effective planning, and strong governance. Key responsibilities include: -Acting as the finance lead to the Commercial team, influencing and challenging decisions to drive profitable growth -Leading the commercial finance input into forecasting, budgeting, and the monthly performance cycle -Delivering clear, actionable insight on revenue, margin, pricing, and portfolio performance -Owning pricing governance, including the development and maintenance of pricing models and frameworks -Supporting customer negotiations through scenario planning and financial analysis -Developing customer and product profitability analysis, identifying risks and opportunities to improve margin -Partnering with R&D and Commercial teams on new product development (NPD) and innovation business cases -Ensuring robust governance, tracking, and delivery of NPD initiatives -Driving continuous improvement across commercial finance processes, tools, and reporting We are looking for a commercially minded finance professional with strong business partnering experience and the ability to influence senior stakeholders. Key requirements: -Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) -Proven experience in commercial finance and business partnering roles, ideally from a food manufacturing background. -Strong analytical and data management skills, with advanced Excel capability -Experience with pricing, costing models, and profitability analysis -Familiarity with BI systems and tools -Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate data into clear commercial insight -Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a track record of driving improvements -Experience working with product development or R&D functions is advantageous This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, globally recognised organisation in a highly visible and impactful role. You will have the chance to shape commercial performance, influence key decisions, and contribute to ongoing growth and innovation. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
This role would suit a Production/Manufacturing Shift Manager or Production Manager shift based. A safe pair of hands and experience operating independently will be needed. We are currently working with a multi-site food manufacturer that are looking for a Backshift Production Manager to join the team on a Mon-Fri 2-10pm shift. You will be responsible for both Business Units and the most senior point of contact on the Backshift. Responsibilities will include driving a safety culture, quality procedures, upskilling and development of the backshift team and building a collaborative environment across all departments. To be successful in the role you will ideally have experience overseeing and running a backshift, failing that, operating in a Production Manager or an independent run Shift Manager role will suffice. A background in food manufacturing will be needed and experience overseeing teams of 50-100 reports. If you feel you match the above criteria and wish to apply for this great opportunity, please contact Sam on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed) directly. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
May 22, 2026
Full time
This role would suit a Production/Manufacturing Shift Manager or Production Manager shift based. A safe pair of hands and experience operating independently will be needed. We are currently working with a multi-site food manufacturer that are looking for a Backshift Production Manager to join the team on a Mon-Fri 2-10pm shift. You will be responsible for both Business Units and the most senior point of contact on the Backshift. Responsibilities will include driving a safety culture, quality procedures, upskilling and development of the backshift team and building a collaborative environment across all departments. To be successful in the role you will ideally have experience overseeing and running a backshift, failing that, operating in a Production Manager or an independent run Shift Manager role will suffice. A background in food manufacturing will be needed and experience overseeing teams of 50-100 reports. If you feel you match the above criteria and wish to apply for this great opportunity, please contact Sam on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed) directly. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
A skilled food development expert with a passion for crafting exceptional products and transforming ideas into high-quality, commercially successful innovations will find an exclusive opportunity with our client in Buckinghamshire. They are seeking a Senior Development Technologist to join their team and contribute to the creation of standout, market-ready products. This is a hands-on role for an experienced NPD professional within food manufacturing-someone who can blend creativity with commercial awareness in a fast-paced production environment. You will need a minimum of 2 years experience in NPD in UK food manufacturing. Experience working directly with customers would be a significant advantage, as you'll contribute to shaping standout products tailored to their needs. A full UK driving licence is essential. As part of this progressive and highly collaborative business, you'll join a close-knit team where your insight, vision and technical expertise will have genuine impact. With a competitive salary of circa 45,000, this is a rare chance to elevate your career and play a key role in delivering exceptional new product launches. If you're ready to advance your career with a company that values innovation and excellence, contact Nicola on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion or email your updated CV to (url removed) As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
May 22, 2026
Full time
A skilled food development expert with a passion for crafting exceptional products and transforming ideas into high-quality, commercially successful innovations will find an exclusive opportunity with our client in Buckinghamshire. They are seeking a Senior Development Technologist to join their team and contribute to the creation of standout, market-ready products. This is a hands-on role for an experienced NPD professional within food manufacturing-someone who can blend creativity with commercial awareness in a fast-paced production environment. You will need a minimum of 2 years experience in NPD in UK food manufacturing. Experience working directly with customers would be a significant advantage, as you'll contribute to shaping standout products tailored to their needs. A full UK driving licence is essential. As part of this progressive and highly collaborative business, you'll join a close-knit team where your insight, vision and technical expertise will have genuine impact. With a competitive salary of circa 45,000, this is a rare chance to elevate your career and play a key role in delivering exceptional new product launches. If you're ready to advance your career with a company that values innovation and excellence, contact Nicola on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion or email your updated CV to (url removed) As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
