Catering Operations Manager Jobs

About the Organization

Fresh Food Generation is a locally owned, Dorchester-based catering business in its 10th year of operation. We use locally sourced ingredients to craft Caribbean-Inspired and Modern-American dishes. Our loyal and growing customer base consist of nonprofits, religious institutions, corporate offices, and universities seeking casual drop-off catering services.

Position Details

Job Title:Catering Food Operations Manager

Reports to:CEO

Classification:Full Time Position

Location:185 Talbot Ave, Dorchester MA 02124

Work Hours:8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Compensation:$80,000

See Additional Benefits Below

Position Summary

We are seeking an operations manager to lead a strong and talented culinary team in the execution of daily catering orders. The ideal candidate has experience planning and leading large-scale food production and is not afraid to roll up their sleeves. They take ownership in delivering a high-quality product and ensuring all catering orders leave the kitchen on time. Of equal importance, they are committed to creating a welcoming and collaborative work environment. This position is unlike other food management roles as it rewards for high performance while providing a work-life balance with no late night shifts!

Main Responsibilities

Production Planning

●Communicates regularly with our catering sales manager to review upcoming catering orders, verify food inventory levels and production capacity

●Conducts daily meetings with our chefs to set production goals and create prep lists

●Creates and adjust a monthly production plan that allows the kitchen to stay ahead of orders and maintain adequate inventory levels

●Supports our chefs in leading the kitchen team and upholding high culinary standards

●Schedules employee shifts in accordance with upcoming production demands and labor cost goals

Kitchen Management

●Oversees the timely and accurate execution of all catering orders. Ensure orders are prepared, packed, and ready to be handed to our delivery drivers

●Manages the logistics and food flow of the kitchen.Ensure ovens and other equipment are being efficiently utilized and our daily order capacity is maximized

●Takes final responsibility for the food safety and quality of all catering orders that leave our kitchen

●Orders ingredients online and manage a food budget based on sales forecasts

●Ensures that our walk-ins are organized, well-stocked and the kitchen is positioned to accept catering orders within 48-hours’ notice

●Takes charge of maintaining a clean and orderly kitchen that follows safety and food sanitation protocols

●Assists in providing hands-on training and mentoring for new culinary team members

●Assures team members perform their responsibilities in compliance with company protocols and operational procedures

●Provides constructive feedback to team members and help create a motivating and engaging work environment

Position´s Requirements

●A minimum of 3 years’ proven experience in a similar role

●Must have core computer skills and the ability to learn catering order and employee scheduling software

●Must have a culinary background, demonstrated experience in production planning and leading teams in high-paced environments

●Must be food safe certified with a strong background in food safety and kitchen organization.

●Must have a proven track record of food and labor cost management

What will make you successful?

A successful candidate will present leadership qualities and organizational skills. They should be able to manage a kitchen and team as well as anticipate the needs of the organization.

EOE Statement

Fresh Food Generation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we embrace diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under the law.

COVID 19 Considerations

Fresh Food Generation complies with all state and federal guidelines that pertain to Covid-19. All employees must be fully Covid-19 vaccinated upon hire. Employees are expected to comply with current Covid precautions which are subject to change.

Benefits:

Generous Paid Vacation Plan

●Three weeks Paid Time Off

●Additional company-wide vacation break between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day

●Paid Holidays: Labor Day, Independence Day, and Thanksgiving

Accrued Sick Leave

Health Insurance

401k Matching Plan

Performance Based Bonus Plan

No Late Nights, Work Life BalanceAbout the Organization

Fresh Food Generation is a locally owned, Dorchester-based catering business in its 10th year of operation. We use locally sourced ingredients to craft Caribbean-Inspired and Modern-American dishes. Our loyal and growing customer base consist of nonprofits, religious institutions, corporate offices, and universities seeking casual drop-off catering services.

Position Details

Job Title:Catering Food Operations Manager

Reports to:CEO

Classification:Full Time Position

Location:185 Talbot Ave, Dorchester MA 02124

Work Hours:8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Compensation:$80,000

See Additional Benefits Below

Position Summary

We are seeking an operations manager to lead a strong and talented culinary team in the execution of daily catering orders. The ideal candidate has experience planning and leading large-scale food production and is not afraid to roll up their sleeves. They take ownership in delivering a high-quality product and ensuring all catering orders leave the kitchen on time. Of equal importance, they are committed to creating a welcoming and collaborative work environment. This position is unlike other food management roles as it rewards for high performance while providing a work-life balance with no late night shifts!

Main Responsibilities

Production Planning

●Communicates regularly with our catering sales manager to review upcoming catering orders, verify food inventory levels and production capacity

●Conducts daily meetings with our chefs to set production goals and create prep lists

●Creates and adjust a monthly production plan that allows the kitchen to stay ahead of orders and maintain adequate inventory levels

●Supports our chefs in leading the kitchen team and upholding high culinary standards

●Schedules employee shifts in accordance with upcoming production demands and labor cost goals

Kitchen Management

●Oversees the timely and accurate execution of all catering orders. Ensure orders are prepared, packed, and ready to be handed to our delivery drivers

●Manages the logistics and food flow of the kitchen.Ensure ovens and other equipment are being efficiently utilized and our daily order capacity is maximized

●Takes final responsibility for the food safety and quality of all catering orders that leave our kitchen

●Orders ingredients online and manage a food budget based on sales forecasts

●Ensures that our walk-ins are organized, well-stocked and the kitchen is positioned to accept catering orders within 48-hours’ notice

●Takes charge of maintaining a clean and orderly kitchen that follows safety and food sanitation protocols

●Assists in providing hands-on training and mentoring for new culinary team members

●Assures team members perform their responsibilities in compliance with company protocols and operational procedures

●Provides constructive feedback to team members and help create a motivating and engaging work environment

Position´s Requirements

●A minimum of 3 years’ proven experience in a similar role

●Must have core computer skills and the ability to learn catering order and employee scheduling software

●Must have a culinary background, demonstrated experience in production planning and leading teams in high-paced environments

●Must be food safe certified with a strong background in food safety and kitchen organization.

●Must have a proven track record of food and labor cost management

What will make you successful?

A successful candidate will present leadership qualities and organizational skills. They should be able to manage a kitchen and team as well as anticipate the needs of the organization.

EOE Statement

Fresh Food Generation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we embrace diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under the law.

COVID 19 Considerations

Fresh Food Generation complies with all state and federal guidelines that pertain to Covid-19. All employees must be fully Covid-19 vaccinated upon hire. Employees are expected to comply with current Covid precautions which are subject to change.

Benefits:

Generous Paid Vacation Plan

●Three weeks Paid Time Off

●Additional company-wide vacation break between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day

●Paid Holidays: Labor Day, Independence Day, and Thanksgiving

Accrued Sick Leave

Health Insurance

401k Matching Plan

Performance Based Bonus Plan

No Late Nights, Work Life Balance