Production Team Leader - Cooking Section

Production Team Leader - Cooking Section Location: Leicester Salary: 13.50 per hour (approx. 28,000 per annum) + private healthcare + pension Hours: Wednesday to Friday, 6am-2/3pm Contract: Permanent Full-time Reports to: Production Manager About the Business A growing UK food manufacturer recognised for producing high-quality, authentic Indian ready meals and sauces for major supermarkets. The company combines traditional cooking methods with modern manufacturing techniques to deliver restaurant-standard products at scale. With strong investment in people, facilities, and technology, this is a workplace that rewards reliability, initiative, and leadership. The environment is fast-paced, collaborative, and quality-focused - ideal for someone who takes ownership and leads by example. The Opportunity We''re seeking a Production Team Leader to take responsibility for the Cooking Section, ensuring all products are cooked safely, consistently, and to the highest quality standards.This is a role for a self-starter who thrives under pressure, communicates clearly, and knows how to motivate a team. You''ll play a crucial role in achieving production targets, maintaining compliance, and driving a positive, high-performance culture on the shop floor. Key Responsibilities Production and Quality Supervise all day-to-day operations in the cooking section to meet production schedules. Maintain consistency in product quality, flavour, and texture. Conduct in-process checks on ..... full job details .....