Prepared Foods Manager

Do you believe great food brings people together? Are you passionate about fresh, local, organic, and natural foods made from scratch? Do you enjoy developing people, building strong teams, and helping food service professionals grow their skills and confidence? Are you excited by the opportunity to lead and grow a successful retail food service operation within a community-owned grocery cooperative serving more than 18,000 Co-op owners, employing over 260 staff members, and partnering with hundreds of local farmers and food producers?

If so, River Valley Co-op may have the opportunity you've been looking for!

We're seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Prepared Foods Department Manager to lead one of the most dynamic and creative departments in our stores. This is more than a management position. it's an opportunity to play a key leadership role in a mission-driven organization that brings people together through exceptional food, local partnerships, and community connection.

What You'll Lead

Our Prepared Foods Department creates a diverse and growing selection of foods made from scratch, including:

• Pies, cakes, cookies, scones, muffins, and other baked goods
• Hot soups, roasted chicken, prepared entrées, and side dishes
• Fresh salads, grab-and-go meals, and retail-packaged foods
• Made-to-order hot and cold sandwiches
• Fresh pizzas
• Coffee drinks and smoothies
• Catering trays and special event foods
• Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free offerings that meet the diverse needs of our community

Since opening our doors in 2008, we've built something truly special alongside our staff, customers, owners, and local producers. We're proud of how far we've come, and we're excited about what's next.

We're Looking for a Leader Who :

• Loves food and understands retail food service operations
• Inspires, coaches, and develops staff
• Builds a culture of accountability, learning, and collaboration
• Balances daily execution with long-term planning
• Enjoys improving systems, solving problems, and driving innovation
• Understands that leadership is about both people and results

Why River Valley Co-op?

At River Valley Co-op, we're more than a grocery store. We're a community-owned cooperative dedicated to supporting local agriculture, sustainable food systems, and meaningful connections between people and food.

As our Prepared Foods Department Manager, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on our team, our customers, and the future of our food service program.

If leading a creative, diverse, and growing food operation sounds like the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Ready to Join Us?

Please submit resume and application here: