Position: Food Operations Manager
About: The company, based in an undisclosed location, is currently seeking a Food Operations Manager to oversee all food production operations at their headquarters, including the commissary kitchen and smokers. This role will support multiple restaurant locations, catering, and vending events, ensuring consistent high-quality products and adherence to company recipes and protocols.
Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts, Food Service Management, or extensive relevant experience in food production management or restaurant operations may be considered in place of formal education; comprehensive knowledge of food preparation, smoking techniques, and quality standards in a high-volume environment; ability to manage inventory levels, track usage, and optimize ordering; thorough understanding of local, state, and federal health and safety regulations; experience with restaurant operations platforms for scheduling, inventory, and reporting; skills in creating, testing, and implementing new menu items and specials; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; proven ability to train, develop, and supervise staff; ability to handle confidential information with discretion; expertise in managing food and labor costs, analyzing P&L statements, and ensuring budget adherence; ability to identify inefficiencies, develop solutions, and implement changes to improve operations; strong skills in monitoring metrics such as waste, inventory, and sales; effective collaboration with stakeholders at all levels; commitment to refining processes, improving team performance, and upholding company standards
Benefits: health insurance, 401(k)
