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Title : Food Production Manager
Location : Poughkeepsie, NY (100% - On-Site)
Duration : 12 Months Contract
Department : Food Production
Reports To : Chef & Owners
Our current portfolio includes Meyer's Olde Dutch (with locations in Beacon and Poughkeepsie, NY), Kitchen Sink Catering, the soon-to-open Beacon Quality Eats sandwich shop in Beacon, NY, and food service operations for Storm King Art Center in Windsor, NY.
At CapMac, our mission is to provide excellent food and service, source ingredients locally from the Hudson Valley, and create seasonal menus that highlight these local products. We are committed to using fresh, local ingredients and fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
Job Summary :
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Food Production Manager to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of food production for our cafe and catering business, ensuring efficient and high-quality output. You will collaborate closely with our existing Food Production Manager at Meyer's Olde Dutch to optimize production processes, maintain consistent quality standards, and ensure food safety across both locations.
Key Responsibilities :
Production Planning & Scheduling :
Develop and implement production schedules for the cafe and catering business, ensuring efficient utilization of resources and timely delivery of orders.
Forecast production needs based on demand, seasonality, and special events.
Collaborate with the catering sales team to ensure accurate order fulfillment and timely delivery.
Quality Control :
Establish and maintain rigorous quality control standards for all food products.
Conduct regular quality checks to ensure adherence to recipes, presentation standards, and food safety regulations.
Identify and address any quality issues promptly.
Team Leadership & Management :
Supervise and mentor a team of production staff, including cooks, prep cooks, and bakers.
Conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and address any personnel issues.
Foster a positive and productive work environment.
Inventory Management :
Manage inventory levels of all food ingredients, ensuring adequate stock levels while minimizing waste.
Conduct regular inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies.
Place orders for ingredients as needed.
Food Safety & Sanitation :
Ensure strict adherence to all food safety regulations and best practices.
Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment.
Conduct regular safety training for production staff.
Collaboration & Communication :
Collaborate closely with the Food Production Manager at Meyer's Olde Dutch to share best practices, optimize production processes, and ensure consistency across both locations.
Communicate effectively with all relevant departments, including the kitchen staff, catering sales team, and management.
Cost Control :
Monitor and control food costs to ensure profitability.
Identify and implement cost-saving measures.
Qualifications & Experience :
Proven experience as a Food Production Manager or in a similar role (minimum [Number] years).
Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation regulations.
Excellent organizational, planning, and time-management skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Experience with inventory management and cost control.
Proficiency in using relevant software (e.g., POS systems, inventory management software).
Culinary arts degree or equivalent experience preferred.
ServSafe certification preferred.
