Off-site Food Production Planner

Role Overview Offsite Food Production Planner – Sodexo Corporate Services – The Pass Location: Long Island City, NY Bring Your Planning Expertise to a Fast-Growing Food Innovation Hub Sodexo’s The Pass is seeking a highly organized and detail-driven Offsite Food Production Planner to join our dynamic team in Long Island City NY. If you enjoy working at the intersection of food production, logistics, and data-driven planning—and thrive in a fast-paced environment—this is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact. About The Pass The Pass is Sodexo’s offsite food commissary, delivering high-quality, customized food solutions to locations without on-site kitchens or staff. From freshly prepared hot meals and grab-and-go items to curated pantry snacks, we support blue‑chip clients across the New York metro area, New Jersey, and eastern Pennsylvania. Incentives M-F 7am to 5pm, Parking available What You’ll Do As a key member of our operations team, you’ll collaborate closely with the Executive Chef and cross‑functional partners to ensure seamless production and delivery. Your work will directly support our ability to meet customer demand with accuracy, efficiency, and quality. Key Responsibilities: Production Planning: Develop and manage daily and weekly production schedules based on demand forecasts, historical data, and client orders Inventory & Supply Management: Oversee ingredient ordering, monitor stock levels, and ensure proper receiving and inventory controls Demand Forecasting: Analyze reports and trends to maintain the right balance of supply and demand Cross-Functional Coordination: Partner with Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Operations teams to resolve real‑time production challenges Process Optimization: Continuously improve planning processes and implement corrective actions when needed Menu Integration: Incorporate new menu items into production and supply plans seamlessly Vendor Collaboration: Communicate with vendors and corporate supply chain partners to address issues and ensure consistent supply Administrative Support: Manage invoicing processes and ensure accurate product labeling What We Offer Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include: Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions Paid Time Off and Company Holidays Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire. What You Bring Strong planning, forecasting, and inventory management skills Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions quickly Excellent communication and collaboration skills Experience in food production, supply chain, or commissary operations is a plus Comfortable working with food management systems and reporting tools Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment Must have a Valid Driver's License Equal Employment Opportunity We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Qualifications & Requirements Minimum Education Requirement: Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management or equivalent experience Minimum Management Experience: 3 years of supply chain and/or production planning experience in a manufacturing setting or related field Minimum Functional Experience: 3 years of related experience #J-18808-Ljbffr Sodexo