Operations Leader — Food Production & Safety

Gategroup Holding; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401k with company match

Company sponsored life insurance

Medical, dental, vision plans

Disability insurance (short-term/long-

Disability insurance (short-term/long-

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discounts

Free meals for unit operations roles

Job summary

gategroup is seeking a Unit Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day operations at the Honolulu unit, ensuring compliance with safety standards and company policies. The role includes labor controls, audits, and guiding a large team in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in safety or related field with 5+ years of safety experience, strong leadership, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel. Travel is up to 10% and the role is full-time in Hawaii.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in safety, business operations or related field preferred and/or four years comparable work experience in operations manager role.
• Minimum five years prior safety experience preferably in a multi-site organization.
• Must have strong computer skills using Microsoft Office products including Excel
• Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
• Must have strong and effective leadership skills and the ability to successfully manage a large staff
• Current or previous labor relations experience
• LEAN manufacturing/supply chain knowledge is a plus
• Knowledgeable of HACCP
• Working knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and EPA laws desirable

Responsibilities

• Supports safety program for all employees and ensures compliance
• Ensures labor controls are in place and effective
• Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures, facilitates audits and action plans
• Ensures compliance with safety best-practices through departmental audits and inspections
• Supports Total Quality Management efforts and ensures implementation of solutions
• Supports management on security and risk for the unit
• Mentors and trains subordinates on company directives and policies
• Builds team cohesion throughout the unit

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Labor relations

Safety awareness

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in safety, business operations or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

gategroup is seeking a Unit Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day operations at the Honolulu unit, ensuring compliance with safety standards and company policies. The role includes labor controls, audits, and guiding a large team in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in safety or related field with 5+ years of safety experience, strong leadership, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel. Travel is up to 10% and the role is full-time in Hawaii.