Prepared Foods Manager

Mothers Market • Brea, CA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Prepared Foods Manager, you’ll lead teams across our kitchen, deli, and juice bar, ensuring exceptional food quality, service, and operational excellence. This role involves team leadership and development, operational excellence, financial and administrative management, and a strong focus on customer service. You will be responsible for supervising and coaching staff, ensuring food safety and quality standards, managing inventory and budgets, and fostering a positive and welcoming atmosphere for both customers and team members.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED required
• 2+ years managing food service operations
• Strong understanding of food safety, cooking techniques, and portion control
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. (~100 times/day), stand/walk extensively
• Available for varied shifts, including weekends, holidays, and across store locations

Nice To Haves

• 3–5 years in similar settings
• Culinary or hospitality diploma

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coach staff in the Kitchen, Juice Bar, and Deli covering both front & back of house
• Hire, train, evaluate, and discipline team members to maintain high performance and morale
• Create a positive culture: recognize achievements, give constructive feedback, and “lead from the front”
• Ensure food prep meets portioning, plating, and presentation standards
• Manage inventory, place orders, minimize waste, and control food cost
• Maintain sanitation, safety, and health regulations ensuring compliance and preparing for health inspections
• Oversee departmental budgets, control labor expenses, and analyze financial variances
• Maintain payroll records and POS transaction reviews
• Build strong vendor relationships and manage service or maintenance requests efficiently
• Serve as the primary point of contact during customer issues resolving complaints personally and promptly
• Foster customer rapport: learn regulars by name and create a welcoming atmosphere

Benefits

• Medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• in-store discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED