Business Details
24 Years
experience
Specialist Food & Drink Recruitment Experts Since 2002
Established in 2002, Food Careers is a specialist recruitment consultancy dedicated to the Food & Drink industry. Our deep sector knowledge enables us to connect ambitious professionals with leading manufacturers, suppliers, and retailers globally. With over two decades of experience, we provide tailored recruitment solutions for permanent and interim roles across disciplines including manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, and senior management. Our team combines encyclopedic industry knowledge with a hands-on approach, offering strategic advice on talent acquisition and long-term resourcing. We prioritise integrity, confidentiality, and continuity, maintaining relationships with candidates and clients for an average of nine years.Our services extend to career guidance, interview preparation, and post-placement support, ensuring seamless transitions for professionals and organisations alike. By focusing exclusively on the Food & Drink sector, we deliver results through specialist expertise rather than generalist approaches. Our leadership team, including founder Chris Burns, brings unparalleled insight into industry challenges and opportunities. We serve clients ranging from multinational corporations to niche manufacturers, operating from offices in Manchester, London, and Leicester. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our 98% client retention rate and recognition as a trusted partner in food industry recruitment.
Services
Manufacturing Recruitment
Engineering Appointments
Supply Chain Hiring
Senior Management Search
Interim Management Solutions
Technical Recruitment
Product Development Roles
Quality Assurance Staffing
Sales & Marketing Recruitment
Executive Search
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of exclusive focus on Food & Drink sector recruitment
- Direct access to industry leaders and hidden job markets
- Tailored career strategy sessions with sector specialists
- Comprehensive interview preparation with insider insights
- Post-placement support for 12 months after job commencement
Services
Manufacturing Recruitment
Specialist recruitment for manufacturing roles across food processing, operations, and production management. We identify candidates with technical expertise in compliance, quality control, and operational efficiency. Our network spans junior to executive levels within chilled, frozen, and ambient food sectors.
Engineering Appointments
Targeted engineering recruitment for food manufacturing environments. We source professionals with expertise in process engineering, maintenance, and equipment specification. Our candidates understand HACCP, GMP, and factory automation systems within food production settings.
Senior Management Search
Strategic leadership appointments for food industry executives. We identify directors and senior managers with proven track records in food safety, supply chain optimisation, and business growth. Our search process targets candidates with sector-specific board-level experience.
Interim Management Solutions
Provision of experienced interim managers for food businesses requiring immediate leadership. Our candidates deliver operational improvements, manage restructuring, and implement change programmes during transitional periods across manufacturing and commercial functions.
Supply Chain Hiring
Specialist recruitment for supply chain roles including procurement, logistics, and distribution. Our candidates possess expertise in cold chain management, inventory optimisation, and supplier relationship management within food industry contexts.
People
Chris Burns
Director
Founder of Food Careers with 25+ years' experience in food industry recruitment. Specialises in senior operational appointments. Holds extensive knowledge of food manufacturing leadership networks.
Jo Milne
Research & Marketing Manager
Recruitment specialist with 15 years' sector experience. Focuses on candidate engagement and market intelligence. Provides strategic insights into food industry employment trends and talent acquisition.
Questions
What Food & Drink sectors do you specialise in?
We cover all food manufacturing segments including chilled, frozen, ambient, and beverage production. Our expertise extends to packaging, ingredients, and foodservice suppliers.
Do you work with international candidates?
Yes, we provide global recruitment solutions with particular strength in UK, European, and Middle Eastern markets. Our team understands cross-border employment requirements.
How do you support career progression?
We offer tailored career strategy sessions, market insights, and interview preparation. Our consultants provide ongoing guidance aligned with individual career objectives.
What executive search services do you offer?
We conduct targeted searches for board-level and senior management positions. Our process includes competitor mapping and discreet approaches to passive candidates.
How do you ensure candidate quality?
Our rigorous screening process evaluates technical expertise, cultural fit, and leadership potential. We maintain detailed candidate profiles with verified industry experience.
