Deli Production Manager
Good Foods Co-op Inc•Lexington, KY
•$19 - $23•Onsite
About The Position
Good Foods Co-op is seeking a Deli Production Manager who is passionate about food production, team leadership, and delivering high-quality prepared meals and café offerings. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen environment, enjoys coaching and developing staff, and is committed to operational excellence, food safety, and customer service. The Deli Production Manager will oversee daily production operations in the Kitchen and Café areas.
Requirements
- 5 years of Prepared Foods, restaurant, café, or kitchen experience
- 2 years supervisor or personnel management experience
- Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
- Works effectively in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
- Strong customer service focus and positive leadership style
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen operations
- Reliable, detail-oriented, and solution-focused
- Strong interest in natural and organic foods and cooperative values
- Comfortable working flexible schedules, including weekends
- Can safely lift up to 50 lbs and work in varied kitchen and retail environments
Responsibilities
- Managing and supporting kitchen, café, and dishwasher staff
- Coordinating daily food production schedules and workflow efficiency
- Assisting with scheduling, hiring, onboarding, and employee training
- Ensuring high-quality prepared foods and café offerings are consistently available
- Monitoring department sales, labor, food costs, and production efficiency
- Maintaining clean, organized, and food-safe kitchen and prep areas
- Ensuring compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations
- Supporting merchandising, signage, displays, and product presentation
- Monitoring product quality, minimizing shrink, and properly handling unsellable items
- Collaborating with the Prepared Foods Manager on operational improvements and staffing needs
- Providing leadership, coaching, accountability, and daily operational support to staff
- Assisting with inventory counts, ordering processes, menu development and department organization as needed
Benefits
- Competitive wage based on experience
- Leadership development and growth opportunities
- Dynamic and collaborative team environment
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Store discount
- Paid vacation time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
