Commissary Kitchen - Food Production Manager

C OMMISSARY KITCHEN - FOOD PRODUCTION MANAGER

The Opportunity :

The Food Production Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of Natures Fare Markets commissary kitchen, including employee management, quality assurance, and production. This role is responsible for managing the implementation of new directives and procedures within the department, ensuring operational efficiencies and high level of product quality is maintained. This position reports directly to the Commissary Operations Manager and collaborates on the daily operations of the facility. This position provides direction to other departments within Food Operations, including the R&D and Administration teams. This position will also lead and spearhead directives to the Kitchen Manager.

Responsibilities

The Food Production Manager is responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of the commissary kitchen. This position is responsible for, but is not limited to, the following :

Team Management :

• Provide strong leadership, communication and mentorship, setting the tone of support and encouragement for success for all staff in the team.
• When making decision, keep high regard for Nature’s Fare’s culture and values and use these to guide decision making process.
• Responsible for various HR items including recruitment, terminations, conflict resolution, touchpoints and team reviews, team engagement and relations, and any other HR action items.
• In collaboration with the Commissary Operations Manager, ensure that adequate staffing levels, in relation to sales and production, are in place and following what has been budgeted.
• Lead and set tone for all aspects of production daily.
• Responsible for delegation of tasks and responsibilities, and leadership of all staff in the department.
• Maintain a high level of team morale

Inventory and Supplies :

Repair and Maintenance :

Cleaning, Sanitation and Quality Assurance :

Operations :

Bakery :

Administration :

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR :

WHAT WE OFFER :

Some things you should know about us :

Put your passion into work that matters with a growing, BC-based company committed to be a better company for our customers, our employees, and the planet. We’ll surround you with a great team and a supportive learning environment where you can grow and thrive.

Nature's Fare Markets is an equal opportunity employer and as such we strive to foster a workplace where individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and respected.