Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
401(k) matching
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Referral program
Job Description
Newrest is a global leader in the out-of-home catering industry, operating across 54 countries and serving a variety of sectors with comprehensive catering and related services. As one of the world’s foremost companies in multi-sector catering, Newrest employs over 36,000 dedicated professionals who strive daily to provide balanced, diverse, and delicious meals to consumers. Upholding strict hygiene and food safety standards is a hallmark of Newrest’s commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. The company’s extensive reach and specialization make it a trusted partner in many markets, providing innovative solutions and maintaining a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
The position of Operations Manager - PM at Newrest offers a full-time role with a working schedule from 2 PM to 11:30 PM on Sunday and Monday off. This role is crucial for ensuring operational excellence in a dynamic and challenging environment. The Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing the entire unit’s operations including production, logistics, supply, safety, quality, personnel, and customer service. Passion for culinary food, dedication to achieving objectives, and a focus on cost rationalization and process optimization are key traits for this position.
Newrest seeks a leader who inspires a culture of performance and accountability, mentoring and coaching managers to uphold company policies and meet key performance indicators. The role also emphasizes succession planning and talent development ensuring a strong leadership bench for the future. The Operations Manager must guarantee compliance with all safety and quality protocols including HACCP and FIFO, maintain efficient catering provisions, and develop solutions that enhance operational methods and product quality. Financial responsibilities include managing budgets, driving productivity improvements, and reducing costs while maintaining quality and timely delivery to customers.
Human resource management and employee engagement are also integral responsibilities, including evaluating team member performance, addressing behavioral issues, and fostering an environment of trust and respect. This role demands an analytical mindset with a sharp attention to detail and a strong capability to interpret data to manage risks effectively. Knowledge in lean manufacturing principles, investigative procedures, root cause analysis, and food safety standards are essential for success.
Joining Newrest as an Operations Manager offers a promising career pathway in a globally recognized company known for its multi-sector approach and commitment to operational excellence. This opportunity is ideal for professionals with substantial experience in inflight catering, airport hub environments, manufacturing, logistics, or the food industry, who are looking for an international career with growth potential within a supportive and innovative company culture. The salary and benefits package includes paid medical, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, holiday pay, parental leave, and an annual bonus, ensuring that employees are well-supported both professionally and personally.
The position of Operations Manager - PM at Newrest offers a full-time role with a working schedule from 2 PM to 11:30 PM on Sunday and Monday off. This role is crucial for ensuring operational excellence in a dynamic and challenging environment. The Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing the entire unit’s operations including production, logistics, supply, safety, quality, personnel, and customer service. Passion for culinary food, dedication to achieving objectives, and a focus on cost rationalization and process optimization are key traits for this position.
Newrest seeks a leader who inspires a culture of performance and accountability, mentoring and coaching managers to uphold company policies and meet key performance indicators. The role also emphasizes succession planning and talent development ensuring a strong leadership bench for the future. The Operations Manager must guarantee compliance with all safety and quality protocols including HACCP and FIFO, maintain efficient catering provisions, and develop solutions that enhance operational methods and product quality. Financial responsibilities include managing budgets, driving productivity improvements, and reducing costs while maintaining quality and timely delivery to customers.
Human resource management and employee engagement are also integral responsibilities, including evaluating team member performance, addressing behavioral issues, and fostering an environment of trust and respect. This role demands an analytical mindset with a sharp attention to detail and a strong capability to interpret data to manage risks effectively. Knowledge in lean manufacturing principles, investigative procedures, root cause analysis, and food safety standards are essential for success.
Joining Newrest as an Operations Manager offers a promising career pathway in a globally recognized company known for its multi-sector approach and commitment to operational excellence. This opportunity is ideal for professionals with substantial experience in inflight catering, airport hub environments, manufacturing, logistics, or the food industry, who are looking for an international career with growth potential within a supportive and innovative company culture. The salary and benefits package includes paid medical, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, holiday pay, parental leave, and an annual bonus, ensuring that employees are well-supported both professionally and personally.
Job Requirements
- bachelors degree in operations management, business management, or related field
- 7-10 years of relevant experience in inflight catering, airport hub operations, manufacturing, logistics, or food industry
- proven leadership experience managing large teams of over 250 exempt employees
- excellent communication skills across various organizational levels
- thorough understanding of HACCP and food safety standards
- proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- strong problem-solving and organizational skills
- ability to work in fast-paced, dynamic environments
- knowledge of lean manufacturing and root cause analysis techniques
- commitment to safety and quality compliance
Job Qualifications
- bachelors in operations management, business management, or related field
- 7-10 years experience in inflight catering or airport hub environment, manufacturing, logistics, or food industry indirectly managing 250+ exempt level employees
- strong leadership experience with experience in start-up or turnaround environments
- strong communication skills with ability to communicate with non-exempt to upper management levels
- good knowledge of investigation procedures and root cause analysis
- understanding of lean manufacturing principles and operational processes
- strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards
- strong ability with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- excellent organizational and motivational skills
- outstanding attention to detail and observation ability
- strong analytical skills for interpretation of data to manage risk effectively
Job Duties
- infuse the Newrest culture throughout the facility through the managers and by example
- hold managers accountable for meeting expectations and KPIs
- mentor and coach managers as needed to ensure performance and adherence to policy and culture
- train, coach and mentor managers and other direct reports to provide strong talent bench for succession planning and career advancement
- ensure that all policies and procedures are followed by Newrest and client's requirements
- communicate effectively with all crew members and team members
- hold team members accountable for all expectations
- fully responsible for the operations of the entire unit including production, logistics, supply, safety, quality, personnel and customer service
- ensure all quality and safety procedures and program are adhered to by everyone
- ensure all catering needs are met in a timely manner
- meet all KPIs according to customer requirements and KPI standards
- properly plan and foresee issues that may cause delays, poor quality, or safety hazard
- develop and implement operating methods and procedures to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality
- stay within proposed budget for all items
- drive improvements in productivity, cost reduction, plant output, capacity and waste while delivering quality products on-time to the customer
- ensure all processes conform to customer and Newrest specifications
- comply at all times with hygiene and manufacturing practices including HACCP and FIFO
- investigate and complete incidents/accidents documentation
- enforce safety processes and legal requirements
- evaluate talent of team members and address performance or behavioral concerns
- enhance employee morale by driving commitment and establishing an environment of trust and respect
- handle employee and management concerns and escalate to HR department
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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