Technical Manager – Maternity Cover

We’re the burger restaurant with the uncomplicated formula: burgers and fries cooked to perfection, with no frozen ingredients. And we’ve stuck to the same ‘perfect and serve’ philosophy since our family business began in 1986. We are looking for a hands-on Technical & Quality Manager to lead technical standards and product quality across our supply chain, from suppliers through to restaurants across all JV territories. This role has a strong protein focus, so experience in the meat industry is ideal. You will be the go-to technical partner for protein, owning supplier quality performance, finished goods standards, food safety, compliance and continuous improvement. You will spend time on-site with suppliers and in restaurants, building strong relationships and driving consistent execution to the standards our customers expect. WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:Own and continuously improve our Supplier Quality Management system, including onboarding suppliers, managing specifications, approving labels and maintaining finished goods standards Act as the technical lead and subject matter expert for protein, ensuring standards, safety and quality are consistently met Monitor supplier quality performance, reduce non-compliance and lead improvement projects that strengthen safety and quality outcomes Partner with Operations and restaurants to resolve product quality issues, including daily management of Product Issue Forms Set and maintain achievable quality standards with suppliers aligned to finished goods expectations and in-store execution Investigate and manage quality issues at distribution centres and supplier sites using root cause analysis and corrective actions Stay up to date on relevant legislation and identify risks and opportunities Maintain an effective TACCP system, identifying technical risks and strengthening supply chain security and sustainability Support technical projects, customer complaint investigations and provide cover for the wider team Ideal backgroundStrong technical and quality experience within the meat industry or protein supply chain Experience managing supplier performance, audits and finished goods standards Strong problem-solving skills with experience of root cause analysis and corrective actions Solid knowledge of food safety, labelling and allergen compliance Flexible and open to travel across territories You will play a key role in protecting and elevating our core product standards, with a particular focus on protein, helping ensure quality and consistency from source to store. TRAVEL This role supports all JV territories and will involve regular travel across the UK, France, Spain and Germany. OUR REWARDS AND BENEFITSA generous annual bonus based on business performance Pension scheme Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave Electric car salary sacrifice scheme Five Guys Perks & discounts Life assurance Private medical via Vitality Wellbeing support…