Overnight Food Production Team Leader

Bento Sushi; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 23,419 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Career growth

Training programs

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Bento Sushi in Canada seeks an Overnight Food Production Team Leader to support the Production Supervisor and ensure smooth factory operations. You will cut and prepare vegetables and lead a team on the sushi production line, with focus on safety, quality, and efficiency.

The role requires experience in vegetable prep, ability to manage a refrigerated environment, and strong teamwork. Full-time position with immediate start, wage $20.00/hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in vegetable preparation in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to use knives, peelers, slicers safely and efficiently.
• Knowledge of vegetable cutting, peeling, slicing techniques.
• Experience with frozen meat packaging.
• Experience setting up label machines is a plus.
• Familiar with working in a refrigerated environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist Production Supervisor and Production Manager to ensure smooth factory operations.
• Cut and prepare vegetables for the sushi production line.
• Perform root cause analysis for delays in vegetable prep.
• Lead and coordinate production teammates to prep vegetables on time.
• Maintain inventory and daily production records.
• Ensure cleanliness and compliance with food safety and quality standards.
• Coach teammates on operating standards and quality control.

Skills

Team leadership

English basics

Computer basics

Math skills

Food safety

Knife safety

Refrigeration work

Quality control

Meat prep

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Label machines

Meat packaging

Job description

OVERNIGHT FOOD PRODUCTION TEAM LEADER

Join Team Bento and be a part of our group of companies which operates more than 12000 locations globally. With operations across Canada and United States, Bento brings together a dynamic team of people with diverse backgrounds, experience, and talent, to create an exceptional guest experience.

Location and hours

Responsibilities

The role of the Food Production Team Leader is to assist the Production Supervisor and Production Manager to ensure the smooth operations of the factory.

• In charge of cutting and preparing vegetables including, but not limited to, avocado, cucumber, carrots and pepper in an efficient/timely manner to enable the sushi production line to run without delays
• Responsible for performing root cause analysis for any vegetable preparation delays
• Responsible for introducing most efficient vegetable preparation techniques to your team
• In charge of mixing meat with seasoning
• Familiarity with automated packing labelling machine
• Maintain food supplies and calculate ingredients needed from the fridge and conduct daily production records
• Assign duties to production teammates to ensure on time preparation of the vegetables for production runs
• Ensure the production areas are cleaned and ready for use at all time
• Check food quality according to the Bento's standards
• In charge of implementing and executing corrective actions according to product's quality
• Coach teammates on all operating standards including food safety and quality control

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma
• Previous experience in vegetable preparation in fast-paced environments
• Ability to use knives, peelers, slicers safely and efficiently
• Knowledge of best practices in vegetable preparations (cutting, peeling, slicing) techniques
• Previous work experience in frozen meat packaging is required
• Previous knowledge of setting up label machines is a plus
• You thrive in a highly repetitive task environment
• Able to work in a refrigerated, cold climate (10°C working climate, 4°C for walk in refrigerator and -18°C for walk in freezer)
• Ability to lift up to 23 kg (50 lb) where required and stand for extended periods
• Flexible to work various shifts and weekends
• Ability to lead and direct a team
• Basic computer knowledge
• Basic English communication skills
• Basic knowledge in mathematics

Why you should join our team:

• Full-Time starting immediately at $20.00/hour.
• Power of Collaboration: Live our core values - "Own it", "Care about it", "Make it exceptional", and "Win together" - as we work together to create better food for everyone, the Japanese way.
• Competitive Rewards: Upon meeting eligibility criteria reap the benefits of a comprehensive group health benefits, and retirement plans that recognize your outstanding contribution.
• Ignite Your Potential: Fuel your growth with extensive training and opportunities for career advancement, empowering you to unleash your full potential.
• Champion Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We are committed to fostering a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion thrive, empowering every voice to be heard and celebrated through meaningful initiatives and programs.
• Drive Sustainable Impact: As part of our dedication to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, we actively promote sustainable practices and initiatives to create a positive impact on our environment and communities.

For more information about Bento Sushi and our opportunities, please visit www.bentosushi.com.