Production Kitchen Supervisor – Immediate Start - Isle of Wight Tomatoes

Job Posted: 18 February 2026

• Contract Term: Permanent
• Location: Arreton, Isle of Wight
• Contract Type: Full time
• Salary: £14.50 per hour
• Industries: Agriculture & Farming Catering, Hospitality & Bar Chefs

Job Advert: Production Kitchen Supervisor – Immediate Start

Location: Lane End Nursery, Arreton Hours: 40 hours per week, 2pm–10pm (seasonal weekend work included)

Salary: £14.50 per hour Start Date: Immediate

Join Our Team as a Production Kitchen Supervisor

We’re looking for a committed, hands-on Production Kitchen Supervisor to join our team and play a key role in the day-to-day running of our food manufacturing facility. In this role, you’ll help ensure that production runs efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards.

If you’re a natural leader with excellent organisation skills and a passion for maintaining a smooth and safe operation, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Overseeing daily production activities, ensuring schedules and quality standards are met.
• Leading and motivating the production team to perform at their best.
• Monitoring and enforcing quality control processes.
• Ensuring safety procedures are followed at all times, including compliance with Salsa standards.
• Managing resources effectively to meet production targets and reduce waste.
• Driving continuous improvement and supporting operational performance.
• Maintaining accurate production records and documentation.
• Providing weekend and shift cover when required.

Working Hours

• Standard: Monday to Friday, 2pm–10pm, December–March
• April–November: every other Saturday (10am–6pm) with a weekday off on those weeks
• Flexibility required to meet production demands

Why Work With Us?

We believe great people deserve great support. You’ll enjoy a range of fantastic benefits, including:

• £14.50 an hour
• 28 days holiday (including UK public holidays)
• Auto-enrolment pension
• Learning & development opportunities
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Access to The Vine employee benefits portal – hundreds of discounts
• Discount ferry travel
• 20% discount on company products
• Weekly fresh produce allowance

About You

You’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Have experience in a production or kitchen supervision role
• Are confident leading and motivating a team
• Understand the importance of food safety and quality
• Are organised, proactive, and calm under pressure
• Communicate clearly and professionally across all levels

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and join a friendly, fast-paced team, we want to hear from you.

How to apply

Send your CV and cover letter to: [email protected]