Deli Production Manager in Lexington, Kentucky at Good Foods Co-op Inc

Deli Production Manager – Full Time

Good Foods Co-op is a community-owned natural foods grocery dedicated to building a more equitable and sustainable food system. We support local farmers and producers while creating a welcoming, inclusive shopping experience for everyone in our community.

We’re looking for a Deli Production Manager who is passionate about food production, team leadership, and delivering high-quality prepared meals and café offerings. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen environment, enjoys coaching and developing staff, and is committed to operational excellence, food safety, and customer service.

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What You’ll Do

In this role, you’ll oversee daily production operations in the Kitchen and Café areas by:

• Managing and supporting kitchen, café, and dishwasher staff
• Coordinating daily food production schedules and workflow efficiency
• Assisting with scheduling, hiring, onboarding, and employee training
• Ensuring high-quality prepared foods and café offerings are consistently available
• Monitoring department sales, labor, food costs, and production efficiency
• Maintaining clean, organized, and food-safe kitchen and prep areas
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations
• Supporting merchandising, signage, displays, and product presentation
• Monitoring product quality, minimizing shrink, and properly handling unsellable items
• Collaborating with the Prepared Foods Manager on operational improvements and staffing needs
• Providing leadership, coaching, accountability, and daily operational support to staff
• Assisting with inventory counts, ordering processes, menu development and department organization as needed

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What We’re Looking For

We’re excited to meet someone who:

• Has 5 years of Prepared Foods, restaurant, café, or kitchen experience
• Has 2 years supervisor or personnel management experience
• Demonstrates strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Works effectively in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
• Brings a strong customer service focus and positive leadership style
• Has knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen operations
• Is reliable, detail-oriented, and solution-focused
• Has a strong interest in natural and organic foods and cooperative values
• Is comfortable working flexible schedules, including weekends
• Can safely lift up to 50 lbs and work in varied kitchen and retail environments

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What It’s Like to Work Here

At Good Foods Co-op, you’re more than just an employee—you’re part of a community. We value collaboration, accountability, and shared success. Our Prepared Foods team plays an important role in creating fresh, high-quality meals and café offerings while supporting local ingredients, sustainable practices, and exceptional customer experiences.

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Physical & Work Environment

• Fast-paced kitchen, café, retail, and backroom environment
• Regular standing, walking, bending, lifting, and repetitive movement
• Frequent exposure to hot, cold, and wet environments
• Use of kitchen equipment, machinery, ladders, and production tools
• Exposure to moderate to loud noise and shared workspaces
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and team lift over 100 lbs as needed

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Compensation & Benefits

Competitive wage based on experience

• Leadership development and growth opportunities
• Dynamic and collaborative team environment

Full-time employees eligible for benefits after 90 days, including:

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with employer match after 1 year

All employees receive:

• Store discount
• Paid vacation time

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Good Foods Co-op does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, age, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected class.