Food Production Manager

$45,926 - $68,890/Yr

The Fresh Market - Westport, CT

Full-time - Mid Level

Westport, CT

Food and Beverage Retailers

About the position

As a Production Manager at The Fresh Market, you will lead the production department, ensuring operational excellence and delivering high-quality meal solutions for guests. This fast-paced role requires effective management of team members and adherence to safety and quality standards, all while fostering a positive work environment and providing exceptional guest service.

Responsibilities

• Direct, manage and assist all functions of the Production department.
• Manage production for key items to support Deli-CMS, Meat-Seafood, Bakery, and Produce departments.
• Properly receive and stock goods following rotation standards.
• Manage product to reduce shrink and damage.
• Direct teams to handle, cut, and prepare a variety of department products while maintaining quality levels.
• Train and engage team members through The Fresh Market Academy.
• Lead, engage, motivate, and manage team members to provide excellent guest service.
• Provide coaching for team members to further their development and increase retention.
• Create and manage team schedules to align production with guest shopping hours.
• Ensure department adherence to all safety requirements and protocols.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years of management experience in retail, restaurant, or hospitality field, or 5 years of related management experience.
• Ability to read, understand and follow planograms, layouts, and schematics.
• Experience providing direction and supervision to teams with direct report responsibility.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Nice-to-haves

• Deli, Restaurant Management, Culinary or Grocery experience.
• Production Planning Software experience.

Benefits

• Team Member discount of 30%
• Early Earn Wage Access (access up to 50% of earned wages)
• 401K contribution and company match
• Financial Wellness Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance for individual, spouse, partner, and family
• Discounts on pet insurance, daycare, event tickets, and more.