Food Production Manager

About Us Make your application after reading the following skill and qualification requirements for this position. Proudly serving our San Francisco Bay Area communities since 1986, Mollie Stone’s Markets is a local, family‑owned grocery store chain. With over 38 years of exemplary performance, Mollie Stone’s Markets continues to make a difference in people’s lives through food. We succeed in the industry by ensuring we deliver a large variety of exciting and quality products in an attractive and positive environment. Our roots remain in healthy, natural and specialty foods. Mollie Stone’s Buyers work closely with local producers around the greater Bay Area to bring high‑quality products to every aisle. Our goal is to surprise and delight our customers. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice, and we are proud to offer competitive wages, paid time off, physical and mental health benefits, 401(k) or pension plan, as well as career training programs through our professional partnerships. About the Role The Produce Warehouse Production Manager is responsible for various tasks from day to day and open to learning new skills. Individuals will be responsible for the daily production of high-quality food products for our produce, deli, cheese, bakery, and grocery. This role is the leader of the Food Production team in conjunction with our chef and buying team to accomplish the overall daily production requirements. This position requires a flexible schedule, including possible overnight shifts. Essential Functions Manage a schedule and get people on breaks and lunches as scheduled based on the needs of the operation. Analyze workload and adjust workforce. Follow recipe specifications as defined in compliance with safety and sanitation requirements. Ensure that food quality, quantity, freshness, and presentation meet all kitchen and recipe guidelines. Ensure that facilities are clean and products are stored properly/ labeled accordingly. Submit the daily cleaning checklist with photos. Communicate to Director of Produce Operations/ Chefs/ Deli Administrative Assistant/ Business Development of needs for product, packaging, labels, supplies and ensure proper availability. Maintain cleanliness of all items/ equipment/ products and facilities. Packing and labeling foods to go with accuracy and integrity. Producing raw goods into finished retail, ready consumer packaged goods. Document waste and spoilage using appropriate forms and meet all spoilage targets. Measure and report on the fulfillment metrics daily. Communicate effectively and timely with supervisors. Perform other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications At least 1-3 years’ experience working in a kitchen environment with proven production experience. Serv‑Safe certified. Experience cooking/ handling of cold and hot foods. Must be able to communicate in English and Spanish. Preferred Qualifications Packout/ Production Experience. Competencies Passionate about food and fresh ingredients. Must know how to use a computer and navigate the internet. Ability to learn new systems and software platforms. Understand the difference between good quality and bad quality. Ability to handle food in compliance with safety and sanitation requirements. Ability to communicate, work and get along with other team members. Open mind to learning new skills and processes. Ability to follow recipe specifications. Knife Skills. Honesty. Integrity. Creative thinking. Ability to plan. Use of technology. Protect the brand of Mollie Stone’s Markets and acting in the best interests of the company. Physical Requirements Must be able to repeatedly lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Continuous use of hands for packaging and working in a food production facility. Standing: Up to 8 hours per day. Walking: Up to 8 hours per day. Reaching: Up to 4 hours per day. Work in a refrigerated environment: 8+ hours per day. Complete NGA Online Courses as required by Mollie Stone’s Markets. Including, but not limited to Sexual Harassment and Food Handlers Courses. Must be able to clean, sweep, and maintain the facilities. Supervisory Responsibility We are always looking for leaders and the ability to grow within the company. Each team member is expected to treat the facilities with care and the attention of a leader. Compensation Depending on Experience: $30‑$35/hour Benefits Benefits Packet includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Ins, VTL, 401(k), Profit Sharing, etc. PTO: Vacation, Floaters, CA Sick Time. Travel Requirements None. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time. Mollie Stone’s Markets is an Equal Opportunity Employer Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. #J-18808-Ljbffr