Food Production Manager / Pack Out - Middletown, PA

Compass Group•Middletown, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Manager – Pack‑Out Operations is a hybrid leadership role responsible for overseeing food production, pack‑out execution, and overall operational performance within a food manufacturing environment. This position manages daily production and pack‑out activities while ensuring food safety, quality standards, financial performance, and regulatory compliance. The Production Manager serves as a hands‑on leader who takes ownership of operations, timelines, staff development, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

B.S. Degree in Food Services Technology/Management or related field; or A.A. Degree plus four years of directly related experience preferred.
4+ years of direct foodservice operational management experience in food manufacturing, restaurant, hotel, country club and/or experience producing meals for outside groups.
Ability to communicate on various levels to include management, customer and associate levels
Knowledge of financial, budgetary, accounting and computational practices
Proficient computer skills to include various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs and email.

Nice To Haves

Excellent knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation a plus.
Experience with P&L accountability is highly desirable.
ServSafe® certified is preferred.

Responsibilities

Is well versed in all aspects of foodservice management, with a proven track record of success
Takes ownership of the operation and ensure operation meets all timelines for service and all other timelines established by management and/or client
Manages all financials including planning, budget development and analysis, and financial reporting
Is proactive and positive; interacts professionally with a diverse group of associates, peers, managers, suppliers, clients and customers
Possesses knowledge and understanding of meal requirements.
Assures standardized recipes are followed and ensures proper portioning of foods.
Verifies all items in their proper quantity are prepared for tray line.
Audits records to ensure conformance with the Company and government as well as regulations and codes regarding food storage, preparation, sanitation and record keeping
Hires, trains and develops the associates
Monitors and investigates any overages or shortages.
Collaborates with the managers of all the departments and the Director of Operations to ensure all tasks on daily production are completed.
Participates in managerial and food quality meetings.
Verifies food safety records are completed.
Monitors labeling all items with proper information.
Practices and enforces all federal, state, and local regulations.
Schedules Maintenance on all equipment.
Adheres to all company policies and procedures.