Production Manager

Compass Group USA; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off

Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state

Personal Leave

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Job summary

Unidine is seeking a Production Manager in Wayne, NJ to plan, direct and coordinate production staff, ensuring efficient preparation and delivery of finished food products. You will manage scheduling, inventory, payroll, and adherence to quality standards to support service excellence.

The role requires food service leadership experience, strong budgeting skills, and thorough knowledge of food safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Food Services Technology/Management or A.A. Degree plus four years of directly related experience preferred.
• Minimum of two to four years of retirement or adult home/care experience preferred, depending upon formal degree or training.
• Four plus years of direct foodservice operational management experience in a restaurant, hotel, country club and/or experience producing meals for outside groups.
• Inventory and purchasing knowledge and control.
• Excellent knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentationa plus.
• Excellent customer services skills and experiences.
• Experience with P&L accountability highly desirable.
• Contract-managed service experience is desirable.
• High volume food production background highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs and coordinates the activities of production employees to prepare and deliver finished food products to serving areas efficiently and timely.
• Ensures proper portioning of foods and adherence to master cycle menu.
• Orders and receives food and nonfood items; maintains daily production scheduling.
• Monitors staff completion of daily records and payroll submission.
• Manages, trains, and develops staff; collaborates with Lead cook and FSD.
• Conducts weekly inventory and oversees budget processes with FSD.
• Maintains food quality, labeling accuracy, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Food safety

Inventory management

Budgeting

P&L accountability

Staff coaching & development

Scheduling

Regulatory compliance

Food production

Education

B.S. in Food Services Technology/Management

A.A. Degree + related experience

Job description

Position Title: Production Manager, WAYNE NJ

Other Forms of Compensation:

Think Fresh! Lead with Excellence!

An industry leading hospitality food service group, Unidine is driven by its exceptional people sharing their passion, creativity and talent to craft memorable guest experiences. Unidine’s commitment to scratch cooking, innovative programs, venue concepts and services continues to push boundaries and modernize dining programs for hundreds of clients around the nation. Our restaurants, bars, cafeterias and bistros offer a place for guests to enjoy something extraordinary. That is why we believe that using the freshest ingredients makes for the best dishes, staying ahead of industry trends pushes us to be innovative, and giving team members the right tools and resources helps them to perform their best. Come and join our award-winning team!

Job Summary

Being part of the Company is about making a difference. If you are passionate about great food and outstanding service we want you to join our team and make a difference today! As a Production Manager, you will be responsible for planning, directing and coordinating the activities of production employees in order to prepare and deliver finished food products to the serving areas in an efficient, timely and proper manner.

• Possesses knowledge and understanding of meal requirements
• Ensures proper portioning of foods
• Orders and receives food and nonfood items
• Verifies all items in their proper quantity are prepared for tray line
• Monitors staff completion of daily records
• Verifies and submits payroll
• Manages, trains, and develops staff
• Collaborates with Lead cook, and FSD
• Completes weekly inventory
• Monitors and investigates any overages or shortages
• Writes daily and weekly production schedule using the master cycle menu
• Ensures all tasks on daily production schedule are completed by staff
• Assures standardized recipes are followed
• Works with FSD on accounting and budget processes
• Participates in food quality meetings
• Verifies food safety records are completed
• Monitors labeling of all items with proper information
• Practices and enforces all federal, state, and local regulations
• Schedules Maintenance on all equipment
• Adheres to all company policies and procedures
• Provides GREAT customer service to our clients

• B.S. Degree in Food Services Technology/Management or related field; or A.A. Degree plus four years of directly related experience preferred
• Minimum of two to four years of retirement or adult home/care experience preferred, depending upon formal degree or training
• Four plus years of direct foodservice operational management experience in a restaurant, hotel, country club and/or experience producing meals for outside groups
• Inventory and purchasing knowledge and control
• Excellent knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentationa plus
• Excellent customer services skills and experiences
• Experience with P&L accountability highly desirable
• Contract-managed service experience is desirable
• High volume food production background highly desirable

Associates at Unidine are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Unidine maintains a drug-free workplace.

LYN PELLEGRINI

Nearest Major Market: New Jersey

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