Job Title: Technical Manager - Food Technologist
Location – London Hybrid Working / Support Office near
Oxford Circus (2–3 days per week)
Salary: To be discussed
The Big Table Group is home to over 200 restaurants across
iconic brands including Las Iguanas, Bella Italia, Amalfi, Frankie &
Benny’s, Chiquito’s, Banana Tree and more.
We’re on the lookout for a Technical Manager - Food Technologist!
Shaping Safety. Elevating Standards. Protecting Our
Brands.
At Big Table Group, our guests are at the heart of
everything we do — and we’re searching for a Technical Manager who shares our
passion for excellence. You’ll play a key role in making sure every dish we
serve is safe, compliant, and worthy of our brands.
If you’re a food-safety expert with a knack for
problem-solving and a love for great food, this is your opportunity to make a
real impact across a fast-paced, multi-brand hospitality group.
We’re looking for someone who can champion food safety,
compliance, and technical standards while supporting menu development, supplier
onboarding, and continuous improvement initiatives. Your work will protect our
guests, elevate our quality, and strengthen our brand reputation at every
level.
What You’ll Be Doing
Lead on Food Safety & Compliance
Own
all things technical across allergens, nutrition, food safety, and trading
standards
Stay
ahead of legislation and keep key teams in the know
Run
product testing programmes that protect our guests and our brands
Champion Supplier Excellence
Be
the technical lead for onboarding new food & drink suppliers
Build
and manage supplier audit programmes in line with BTG’s Code of Practice
Keep
supplier due-diligence documentation tight — specs, audits, ESG, and more
Shape Menus We’re Proud To Serve
Bring
technical insight to every stage of menu development
Spot
risks early, close compliance gaps, and elevate food quality
Support
the Banana Tree CPU to deliver safe, consistent, high-quality products
Be a Key Player in Crisis & Quality Management
Ensure
full compliance with food safety, allergens, nutrition, HACCP and trading
standards
Investigate
supplier issues quickly, accurately, and collaboratively
Act
as a technical authority during crisis situations and issue resolution
Partner
closely with Operations, Risk & Safety and Supply Chain to keep guests
protected
Drive Continuous Improvement
Lead
projects that boost quality, efficiency, and technical standards
Scan
for emerging trends and turn insights into action
Help
us stay innovative, resilient, and always guest-first
What We’re Looking For
Strong
technical knowledge across food safety, allergens, nutrition, HACCP and
trading standards
Experience
in Technical, QA or NPD within food manufacturing, hospitality or retail
Degree
in Food Science/Food Technology (or equivalent experience)
Confident
working with audit systems and supplier approval processes
Highly
proficient in MS Office — especially Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Proven
ability to problem-solve, manage issues proactively and support crisis
situations
Experience
working in a fast-paced, multi-brand or multi-site environment
About You
Exceptionally
detail-focused with strong organisational and analytical skills
A
confident communicator who can influence and engage stakeholders at all
levels
Adaptable,
resilient and comfortable managing shifting priorities
A
collaborative team player who builds great relationships across the
business
Proactive,
independent and able to drive work forward with minimal supervision
Able
to work cross-functionally and integrate easily into a multi-brand
hospitality group
Benefits:
Competitive
Pay & Benefits and Bonus scheme.
Amazing
Discounts – 50% off food and drink across all Big Table Group brands and
25% for friends & family.
Wellbeing
Support – Our We Care program includes a 24/7 virtual GP, mental health
support, healthcare cash plan, dental plan, counselling, fitness &
diet plans.
Health
Insurance.
Salary
Sacrifice – Pension.
Spend
and save platform – access to 100s of retail discounts.
Supportive,
inclusive culture with real opportunities for growth.
A
business that values integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
At the Big Table Group, there’s a seat for everyone. Take
your place, share your experiences and let’s celebrate the differences we all
bring every day!
Apply today and take your seat!
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