Food Production Manager

We have a hugely exciting opportunity for a Food Production Manager to join our DO & CO Family in Metro Detroit.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will be responsible for working as part of a team, responsible for the coordination of a designated food production area. The designated manager functions as a link between Planning & Production, Product Quality and the customer facing Front End entailing Events, Charters, Account coordination.

In case you do not know who, we are:

We have a passion for hospitality culinary delights on every banquet floor and in the sky. With the three business segments of Airline Catering, International Event Catering, and Restaurants, Lounges & Hotels, we offer gourmet entertainment all over the world. We operate in 31 locations, 11 countries and 3 Continents, maintaining the highest standard of quality in both our products and services. We refine the classics, develop the unknown and grow constantly – sometimes beyond our own expectations.

What we offer:

• Complimentary employee meal.
• Health Care 401K. Full-time employees are eligible for full benefits; Medical, Dental & Vision.
• A wonderful workplace to call home, events, and fun colleagues.
• A business where you can have a real impact, we’re not afraid of new ideas!
• Genuine career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally.
• The opportunity to work with and represent one of the most innovative players in the luxury global gourmet entertainment market.
  
  

A day as a Food Production Manager:

• Manage and overview daily Planning & Production, the meal presentation, and the product quality for assigned kitchen.
• Make sure all areas are kept well organized, and all stock refills are ready for the next day.
• Identify problematic areas and suggest solutions within the cosigned sector.
• Make sure golden samples are used, team members follow specs, all documentations are completed, and random checks are done.
• Lead and motivate the food production team.
• Review production plan daily & communicate with team.
• Support in streamlining the current process, e.g., accessibility, quality, and production assurance to guarantee best productivity.
• Adhere to food safety compliance, HACCP regulations, and FDA regulations.
• Responsible for adherence to Personnel Practices (GMP’s) and Processing Practices within the scope of the position.
• Train and monitor new hires and ensure accurate staffing level.
• Monitor attendance and meal breaks.
• Manage production controls systems including daily production processes.
• Motivate, train, schedule and leads and food assembly helpers.
  
  

Who are you:

• Experience in a high-volume food service or food manufacturing establishment
• Culinary knowledge in terms of procedures and practices
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet timeline goals and deadlines.
• Knowledgeable in using Microsoft: Word, Excel, Outlook
• Strong leadership skills
• Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) and general food safety standards knowledge is required.
• Knowledge of catering set-up procedures and presentation skills
• Ability to communicate and write in English
• Ability to work with a diverse group.
• Ability to multi-task and work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work well in a team as well as independently.
• Hands-on approach, self-driven and dedicated personality
• Be flexible to be on different shifts, weekends, and holidays.
  
  

Diversity & Inclusion statement

DO & CO provides equal employment opportunities. Applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other protected characteristic.

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