Prepared Foods Manager: Lead Kitchen, Deli & Juice Bar

Mother's Market & Kitchen; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

In-store discounts

Job summary

Mother’s Market & Kitchen is seeking a Prepared Foods Manager to lead teams across our kitchen, deli, and juice bar, ensuring top-notch food quality, service, and operational excellence. You will supervise, train, and develop staff, manage budgets, and uphold safety and sanitation standards while delivering exceptional guest experiences across multiple departments.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and driving efficiency in portioning, cost control, and

Qualifications

• 2+ years managing food service operations (preferred 3–5 in similar settings)
• High school diploma/GED required; culinary or hospitality diploma is a bonus
• Food-Savvy: Strong understanding of food safety, cooking techniques, and portion control
• Leader: Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills
• Physically Fit: Able to lift up to 50 lbs. (:100 times/day), stand/walk extensively
• Adaptable: Available for varied shifts, including weekends, holidays, and across store locations
• Hands-on Leadership: Train your team, coach them to excel, and set performance metrics
• Impactful Role: Shape food quality, customer experiences, and operational efficiency

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

Skills

Team leadership

Staff coaching

Communication

Conflict resolution

Food safety

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma/GED

Culinary or hospitality diploma (bonus)

Job description

Mother’s Market & Kitchen is seeking a Prepared Foods Manager to lead teams across our kitchen, deli, and juice bar, ensuring top-notch food quality, service, and operational excellence. You will supervise, train, and develop staff, manage budgets, and uphold safety and sanitation standards while delivering exceptional guest experiences across multiple departments.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and driving efficiency in portioning, cost control, and