Operations Manager, Prepared Foods

Boar’s Head Brand is seeking a collaborative prepared food expert with strong project management and training capabilities. This individual will possess a strong knowledge and passion for the food industry as well as experience and knowledge in prepared food product development, commercialization, and retail launch. In this role, the Manager will work closely with the culinary development team and the Prepared Food business development Team and be responsible for 3rd party, Local Purveyors and retail production program roll-out and ongoing execution to brand standards. The ability to work collaboratively across functional areas with multiple disciplines, such as Chefs, sales organizations, operations, retailers, operators, and purveyors, is a must. Additionally, it must effectively work with outside partners, particularly retailers, manufacturers, and distribution centers.Essential Duties and Responsibilities Develop and commercialize prepared foods concepts that leverage Boar’s Head products, create scalable recipes, build sheets, and menu solutions for retail partnersElevate the Boar’s Head portfolio by insuring operational excellence and consistency by establishing preparation standards, training materials, food safety compliance, and executional guidelines that deliver a premium customer experienceDrive culinary innovation and trend identification by translating consumer insights into seasonal offerings, limited time offers, and all around prepared foods solutions to retail partnersPartner with sales, marketing and retail operators to support and launch new programs (onsite training), customer presentations, culinary demonstrations, and category growth ideasIndependent self-starter, significant training and development focusDetail-oriented work dedicated to the quality and love of foodAssist with teaching and training proper merchandising techniquesWork with product development chefs, displaying strong professional standards and good business acumenFood Safety QA, RFP processes, distribution demands, and shelf-life standardsEffective leadership & communication skillsTactical thinker that values brand success over individual or department recognitionRepresent, protect, and grow our Brand across multiple retail formats and banners through the delivery and execution of industry-leading prepared food programsDeliver Merchandising training and provided follow-up audits on adherence to Boar’s Head program policiesBuild and nurture customer relationships that separate Boar’s Head Experience from the competitionSupports BH Purveyors, PF Business Development Managers and Channel Business Development Managers (BDM’s) to meet or exceed the individual and team goalsEffective interaction with all business partners promotes prepared food and builds a supportive selling relationshipMaintain current and up to date on evolving food and culinary production capabilities, standards, and best practicesStrong presentation skills and ability to effectively communicate up and down the organizationOther duties and responsibilities as assigned​QualificationsBA/BS or equivalent requiredMinimum of 8 years of experience with 5 years of combined retail and commissary-related prepared foods management and production experience. Some retail deli management experience is preferred.Strong preference for candidates with brand development experience and working knowledge of fresh-prepared food product development from concept to commercializationCulinary degree or culinary certificate is a plusEducational or strong experiential background in food science and safe food handling in a production environmentExperience developing and delivering task-related training programsExposure to Q/A auditing practicesSince 1905, Boar’s Head Brand has been the name you can trust for quality products and service. Our vision is to nourish the human spirit through the love of food.Our secret ingredient has always been our people. Each person brings a unique perspective, background, and experience to the table and this is what drives our culture of positivity, acceptance, and support. We are a company that believes we win when we work together and connect over a passion for the highest standards in food.Full timePosting Date: 2026-10-02