Commissary Manager
About The Position
Back A Yard Caribbean Grill is hiring a Commissary Manager to lead central kitchen production and distribution operations at its Catering & Commissary Facility at 638 N. 13th St. in San Jose, California. This full-time role oversees production, batch cooking, and fulfillment, with responsibility for maintaining the quality, consistency, and presentation of bulk-prepared items, batch recipes, and catering dishes. The manager will train and develop commissary kitchen staff, oversee purchasing and inventory, coordinate storage and distribution preparation, and manage waste. The role also includes maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, and equipment care, improving operational processes, optimizing recipes, and collaborating on catering specials. Compensation is $20.00–$25.00 per hour based on experience. The generally scheduled shift is 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Monday through Saturday; Sundays are optional and scheduled as needed for catering events.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience in high-volume kitchen or production roles.
- At least 2 years of experience in a leadership, supervisory, or kitchen management position.
- Ability to organize workflows and communicate clearly with management, store managers, and production staff.
- Strong knowledge of batch preparation, inventory tracking, portion control, line packaging, and food safety standards.
- Ability to stand for shifts of up to 9 hours.
- Ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds and remain active in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead central kitchen production, batch cooking, and fulfillment.
- Ensure bulk-prepared items, batch recipes, and catering dishes meet standards for flavor, consistency, quality, and presentation.
- Lead the orientation, training, and development of commissary kitchen staff.
- Teach batch cooking techniques, safety standards, and Back A Yard culinary practices.
- Oversee food purchasing, inventory control, storage logistics, distribution preparation, and waste management.
- Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and equipment care through inspections and safety training.
- Improve and streamline commissary operations and production processes.
- Optimize recipes and collaborate on catering specials.
Benefits
- Employee discounts
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training and development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
