Food Production Manager

The Fresh Market Inc • Naples, FL

23h • Onsite

About The Position

As a Production Manager, you will lead and manage team members and the department's operational procedures and standards to provide the best products and complete meal solutions for guests. This is a fast-paced position that requires efficiency, effectiveness, and a passion for excellence to drive results, especially during early morning shifts. This role reports to the Store Operations Manager and embodies a culture of leadership, hospitality, excellence, and teamwork.

Requirements

• 1+ years of progressive management experience in supermarkets, retail, restaurants, hotels, or general business.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams.
• Proven ability to deliver an exceptional guest experience while achieving performance goals.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• Basic proficiency with POS systems, scheduling tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Food safety certification, or ability to obtain post-hire.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in business, retail management, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• Experience in grocery, fresh food retail, hospitality, or high-volume specialty retail environment
• Knowledge of inventory management systems and financial reporting.
• Bilingual skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Direct, manage, and assist all functions of the Production department and demonstrate excellence for your team and guests
• Managing the production for key items to support Deli-CMS, Meat-Seafood, Bakery, and Produce departments
• Properly receiving/stocking goods that follow rotation standards when replenishing product levels
• Manage product to reduce shrink/damage
• Direct teams to handle, cut, and prepare a variety of the department's meat, cheeses, bread, prepacked produce, and convenient meal solutions in the early morning while maintaining quality product levels as indicated within TFM standards.
• Provide team members through The Fresh Market Academy, including “on-the-job” and online training, to provide excellent guest service safely and securely while maintaining efficiency and minimizing product loss
• Led, engage, motivate, and manage team members to provide excellent guest service
• Provide coaching for team members to further their development and increase retention
• Create and manage team schedules, aligning production to support guest shopping hours to ensure guests receive a first-class experience
• Ensure department adherence to all safety requirements and protocols, including food safety per TFM policies and per law.

Benefits

• Team Member discount up to 40%
• Early Earn Wage Access (You can access up to 50% (max $500) of your earned wages on-demand per pay period)
• 401K contribution and company match
• Financial Wellness Program
• Personal time off and additional time off purchase plans are available
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance for individual, spouse, partner, and family
• Discounts on pet insurance, daycare, event tickets, and many more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees