Operations Manager (Kitchen)

PROformance Open Market is Arizona's leading provider of premium workplace refreshment solutions, specializing in delivering fresh, high-quality food options to offices across the Valley and beyond. As a company dedicated to enhancing the modern workplace dining experience, PROformance Open Market offers an expansive selection of grab-and-go meals and snacks including salads, sandwiches, burritos, protein boxes, healthy choices, and more. Their focus is not only on taste but also on presentation and food quality that holds up excellently from production through delivery to merchandising in their Open Markets. The company has built a strong reputation for freshness, quality, and convenience, making it a trusted choice for businesses aiming to provide great dining options to employees.

The Commissary Manager role at PROformance Open Market is essential in ensuring the smooth operation of the central kitchen, which produces all food items for their workplace markets. This position requires hands-on leadership within a fast-paced, high-volume commissary environment. The manager will oversee every aspect of food production, from quality control to food safety, ensuring that all meals and snacks meet the company’s exacting standards. This role also includes responsibility for operational efficiency, recipe development, and continuous improvement to maintain consistency and cost-effectiveness.

As a key leader, the Commissary Manager will supervise and develop kitchen staff across multiple stations including prep, cooking, assembly, packaging, cooling, and labeling. They will be tasked with implementing gold standards for food quality, portion control, presentation, and sanitation to maintain the brand’s premium reputation. Additionally, managing production schedules, inventory, food costs, and labor costs will be critical to achieving the company’s profitability targets. The manager will work directly with operations and procurement teams to forecast demand and keep adequate ingredient supplies, while ensuring compliance with ServSafe certifications and local health regulations. The position demands problem-solving skills to address any quality or customer complaint issues promptly.

This role is ideal for a passionate kitchen leader who thrives in a collaborative, data-driven environment and enjoys combining culinary creativity with operational management. By joining the PROformance team, the Commissary Manager will play a pivotal role in elevating the workplace dining experience, providing fresh, delicious, and convenient food options that delight office customers across the region. PROformance Open Market is committed to equal opportunity employment and invites qualified candidates who are eager to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence to apply today.