Food Service Manager

Food Operations Manager job at FlexStaff Careers. Bronx, NY. FlexStaff is hiring a Food Operations Manager to join our client’s team. The Plant Manager will oversee operations at their Bronx-based (moving to Moonachie NJ early 2026) kosher food manufacturing facility with over 130 employees. As a Food Operations Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring efficient production schedules, maintaining facility and equipment, and driving cross-functional collaboration to deliver high-quality products on time. This role reports directly to the CEO. Our client is looking for a "roll up your sleeves" type of manager, who will engage and support the team wherever necessary. This position requires flexibility, a strong sense of ownership and responsibility, and the ability to thrive in a small, multicultural team environment. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute production schedules aligned with customer orders and shipping deadlines. Lead, supervise, and motivate a team of 130+ factory employees, ensuring productivity, safety, and efficiency. Partner with mechanics/maintenance team to manage facilities and equipment, ensuring smooth and reliable production. Collaborate with FSQA and Sanitation teams to maintain a clean facility and uphold the highest food safety standards. Report directly to the CEO, communicating resource needs, production issues, and operational updates in real time. Coordinate closely with Sales, Logistics, and Procurement teams to ensure on-time supply and customer satisfaction. Work with HR to address employee issues, oversee training, and enforce company policies. Provide leadership and guidance to all plant staff. Drive continuous improvement initiatives in efficiency, cost management, and food quality. Ensure compliance with all safety, regulatory, and kosher requirements. Qualifications Minimum 5 years of experience as an Operations or Plant Manager (or senior operations leadership role in food manufacturing). Strong leadership and people management skills with experience overseeing large teams. Solid understanding of food safety, sanitation, and quality standards (GMP, HACCP, etc.). Experience managing production planning, scheduling, and cross-department communication. Ability to troubleshoot facility and equipment issues in collaboration with mechanics/engineers. Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills (including timely reporting and updates). Hands-on leadership style: willing to be present on the production floor, not just directing from the office. Flexible and adaptable, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability. Open-minded and able to work effectively in a multicultural and diverse workplace. Salary: $115,000-$125,000 Preferred Certifications (not required but a plus) HACCP Certification Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher) SQF Practitioner OSHA Training/Certification FSMA Compliance knowledge Fire Safety Training/Certification #J-18808-Ljbffr