Production Manager

Traditions; Pearl (MS); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident,

Disount Program

Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit

EAP

401k

Sick Time

Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)

Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Traditions in Pearl, MS is seeking an experienced Production Manager for our TRIO Community Meals team. You will supervise the food production process, including purchasing, recipe development, meal preparation, service and sanitation, with a focus on quality and cost control.

The role requires 3+ years of culinary management, strong leadership and organizational skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. An associate degree in culinary arts is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ progressive culinary management experience preferably within a long term care setting.
• Ability to organize workloads and meet time deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft software programs.

Responsibilities

• Orients and trains new employees in production areas.
• Develops standardized recipes and utilizes other production tools to ensure food quality and cost objectives are met.
• Participates in the planning and execution of special events.

Skills

Culinary management

Leadership

Time management

Education

Associate degree in culinary arts

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Requisition ID42800-Posted09/08/2026-Community Meals-United States-Full-Time

Job Reference Number: 42800
Employment Type:Full-Time,Onsite
Segment: Community Meals
Brand: TRAD
Location: Traditions - Kitchen

The Role at a glance:

We are looking to add an experienced, motivated production manager to our TRIO Community Meals team in Pearl, MS. As an production Manager, you will have the opportunity to supervise the food production process including purchasing, food specifications, meal preparation, service and sanitation.

What you'll be doing:

• Orients and trains new employees in production areas
• Develops standardized recipes and utilizes other production tools to ensure food quality and cost objectives are met
• Participates in the planning and execution of special events.

What we're looking for:

Must-haves:

• 3+ years’ progressive culinary management experience preferably within a long term care setting.
• Ability to organize workloads and meet time deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft software programs.

Nice-to-haves:

• Associate degree in culinary arts preferred.

Compensation Range

$70,000.32

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off

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About Traditions:

Traditions started as a simple, frozen meal delivery service for the elderly in 2001. Now, over 20 years later, we have grown into a team of caring professionals whose experience drives an operation that serves over 300,000 meals per week. Our emphasis on quality and care has positioned us as a national leader in providing frozen meals, and our scope has grown beyond seniors as we push the boundaries of what prepackaged meal service can be.

About Elior-North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer: This job description can be revised by management as needed.