Commissary Manager

El Rio Grande Latin Market Careers•Dallas, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Commissary Manager will oversee all commissary production activities across meat processing, bakery, and prepared foods/kitchen departments. This role involves developing and managing production schedules, ensuring product quality and consistency, and maintaining strict adherence to food safety standards. The manager will also lead a team, manage inventory and costs, ensure quality assurance, and coordinate logistics and distribution to internal grocery locations.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in food production, commissary, or grocery manufacturing environment
Experience managing multiple departments (meat, bakery, or prepared foods strongly preferred)
Strong knowledge of food safety standards (HACCP certification preferred)
Proven leadership and team management skills
Experience with production planning, inventory systems, and cost control
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Responsibilities

Oversee all commissary production activities across meat processing, bakery, and prepared foods/kitchen departments
Develop and manage production schedules to meet store demand and minimize waste
Ensure products are produced consistently according to company recipes, specifications, and quality standards
Coordinate timely packing and distribution to internal grocery locations
Maintain strict adherence to food safety standards, including HACCP, sanitation, and local/state health regulations
Ensure all departments comply with proper handling, storage, labeling, and traceability requirements
Lead audits, inspections, and corrective action processes
Hire, train, and supervise department leads and production staff
Set performance expectations and provide ongoing coaching and development
Manage labor scheduling to align with production needs and budget targets
Monitor raw material usage and finished goods inventory across all departments
Manage ordering, receiving, and storage of supplies, including packaging, ingredients, and production materials
Maintain appropriate inventory levels to support production while minimizing waste and overstock
Collaborate with purchasing to ensure consistent supply availability and cost efficiency
Track and control costs related to materials, supplies, and production operations
Minimize shrink, spoilage, and production waste
Establish and enforce quality control procedures across all product categories
Conduct regular product evaluations to ensure freshness, consistency, and presentation standards
Partner with retail store teams to gather feedback and improve offerings
Coordinate order fulfillment and delivery schedules to internal stores
Ensure accuracy in order picking, packing, and shipment
Work closely with transportation teams to maintain delivery timelines