Assistant Operations Manager

Assistant ManagerWe are seeking a results-driven and operational Assistant Manager to join our team. This role bridges production management and retail operations, ensuring that high-quality food products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and delivered seamlessly to our retail customers. You will oversee daily production workflows, assist with retail/distribution operations, manage team performance, and uphold strict food safety, sanitation, and quality standards.Key ResponsibilitiesOperations & Production SupervisionAssist in overseeing daily food manufacturing operations, scheduling staff, and monitoring workflow to meet production quotas.Monitor product quality and inventory levels, ensuring proper batching, processing, packaging, and store delivery/display.Troubleshoot operational bottlenecks, equipment downtime, and supply chain delays to maintain smooth daily throughput.Food Safety, Quality Assurance & ComplianceUphold strict food safety protocols, maintaining compliance with FDA, USDA, local health codes, and internal HACCP/GMP guidelines.Oversee sanitation routines, facility cleaning checklists, temperature monitoring, and product expiration tracking.Address quality assurance issues immediately, conducting inspections and maintaining batch log documentation.Inventory, Cost Control & LogisticsManage stock control for raw ingredients, packaging materials, and finished goods; conduct regular physical inventory counts.Minimize waste and shrink by enforcing proper FIFO (First-In, First-Out) stock rotation and recipe adherence.Coordinate incoming supplier shipments and outgoing retail orders.Qualifications & RequirementsExperience: 2+ years of supervisory or assistant management experience in food manufacturing, food retail, commercial kitchen operations, or bakery/deli environments.Certifications: ServSafe Manager Certification (or equivalent food safety management certification) preferred.Knowledge: Working knowledge of HACCP, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and health code regulations.Skills: Strong team leadership, communication, problem-solving, and basic inventory tracking software/POS proficiency.Physical Capabilities: Ability to stand for extended periods, work in varying temperature environments (coolers/kitchens), and lift up to 40 lbs as needed.CompensationCompetitive salaryGrowth opportunities