About Us
At Island Berries Tasmania, we're passionate about what we do — and it shows in every jar, every batch, and every bite. We're a growing Tasmanian food business with a proud commitment to quality, local produce, and the kind of care that only comes from a team that truly loves what they make.
We're based in Cambridge and we're on the lookout for a talented and enthusiastic Production Manager to join our team and help us take things to the next level.
About the Role
This is a hands-on role at the heart of our operation. You'll be responsible for scheduling and managing food production, developing and testing new recipes, with a dedicated team of kitchen, packaging, warehouse and dispatch staff — all while maintaining the high food safety and quality standards our customers trust.
Working Monday to Friday, you'll report directly to the General Manager and you'll play a key role in shaping how we grow.
Your key responsibilities will include:
1. Scheduling and organising food production efficiently and profitably
2. Sourcing and ordering quality ingredients and materials
3. Developing and testing new recipes in collaboration with the GM and Sales & Marketing Manager
4. Overseeing production to ensure food safety management plans (HACCP) are followed
5. Supervising kitchen, machine operator, packing, and warehouse/dispatch staff
6. Maintaining clean, safe, and well-organised production areas
7. Operating specialist kitchen equipment including Steam Jacketed Kettles, agitators,