Food Production and Optimisation Manager

SkyCity Entertainment Group; Auckland; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent entertainment venue in Auckland seeks a Food Production & Optimisation Manager to oversee kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in production planning, strong skills in workflow optimisation, and a background in food manufacturing. This role offers a supportive culture, health insurance, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Health Insurance

$2.50 cooked meals in staff cafeteria

Heavily discounted staff car parking

Career progression

Discounts at our outlets

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in production planning or similar role.
• At least 2 years in a managerial position with strategic oversight.
• Proven track record in workflow optimisation and inventory control.
• Bonus if certifications include Lean Six Sigma or Project Management.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient kitchen operations by optimising workflows and production schedules.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate all kitchen production activities.
• Drive operational efficiencies while maintaining high-quality standards.

Skills

Production planning

Workflow optimisation

Inventory control

Cost management

Health and food safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Culinary Arts or related field

Job description

Overview

E pā ana ki a SkyCity | About SkyCity SkyCity is Auckland's leading entertainment destination with a casino venue, international-class and award-winning restaurants/cafes and bars, a convention centre, a modern theatre, and growing event services. SkyCity operates New Zealand's largest Production Kitchen and in-house pastry team, offering a range of opportunities to showcase culinary skills.

About the Role

Mō te Tūranga | About the Role The Food Production & Optimisation Manager is responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the kitchen by optimising workflows, production schedules, and resource utilisation. This role involves planning, directing, and coordinating all kitchen production activities, with a focus on driving operational efficiencies, maintaining high-quality standards, and meeting production targets. As the central figure in the production process, the manager determines what to make and when, ensuring resources, labour, and materials are managed strategically to meet operational goals and customer demands.

About You

Mōu | About You You will have a background in in-depth process manufacturing of some complexity, demonstrating the ability to build an effective, dynamic customer-centric environment. You will also have:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in production planning or a similar role, preferably in a food manufacturing environment
• At least 2 years in a managerial position where you have taken a strategic overview and worked with teams to enable required outcomes and performance
• Proven track record in workflow optimisation, inventory control and cost management
• Exposure to menu development and product costing
• Demonstrated thorough understanding and achievements of health and food safety compliance requirements
• Bonus if you hold Lean Six Sigma or Process Improvement Certification, Project Management Certification (PRINCE2, PMP), Health and Safety Certification (Site Safe, HACCP) and a Bachelor's Degree in Culinary Arts, Food Production Management, or a related field would be advantageous

Benefits

• A supportive, diverse company culture
• Health Insurance
• $2.50 cooked meals in our staff cafeteria (healthy salads available)
• Heavily discounted staff car parking
• Career progression
• Discounts at our outlets

In our people, as well as our food, we look for excellence, vitality and character. If you believe you're up for the challenge, please apply online today!

At SkyCity, our career opportunities are as diverse as our workforce. We value differences and focus on capability and performance, regardless of gender, race, origin, age, educational background, disability, or religious beliefs. We are committed to empowering you to shine and to supporting your unique path with us. SkyCity is dedicated to host responsibility and every team member contributes to our culture of customer care.