Prepared Foods Manager - Catering in Burlington, Vermont at ONION RIVER COOPERATIVE

Department: Prepared Foods

Reports To: Prepared Foods Manager

Location: All City Market Locations

Division/Status: Exempt, Management/All Leadership Team

Summary

City Market, Onion River Co-op is seeking an Prepared Foods Manager - Catering who is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Prepared Foods Catering Department, as well as supporting the South End and Downtown Prepared Foods Managers. This position is also responsible for booking & coordinating catering orders, invoice preparation, billing & reconciliation, and leading the production of orders.

The Prepared Foods Manager - Catering supervises employees and is responsible for hiring, coaching and development, performance evaluation, and corrective action for department employees, in accordance with City Market policies and procedures. This position maintains the highest standard of professionalism and customer service, facilitates employee development, quality control, profitability, and operating-cost reduction, and contributes proactively towards a positive work environment.

Do you have an interest in local food systems and providing a wide variety of local, organic, and conventional products at a fair price? Do you want to help engage the community with the Co-op’s mission and happenings? How about helping shape the future of the Co-op?

If you are interested in working for a community-owned business and playing an active role in our vibrant local food system, then we would love to hear from you!

Day-to-Day Duties

• Ensure execution of department goals and plans by performing essential functions and collaborating with Prepared Foods Manager and Executive Chef.
• Follow all department and City Market policies and procedures, create a safe working environment and report safety concerns appropriately.
• Adhere to all policies as outlined in the City Market Employee Guide.
• Familiarize and adhere to the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Support City Market’s Global Ends, Values, Co-op Principles, and Diversity Statement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from Technical/Culinary School preferred or minimum 10 years of professional food service management experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ retail or related management experience.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience developing and implementing budgets and adhering to labor cost requirements.
• Knowledge of natural and conventional foods and the food industry preferred.

Benefits: Store discounts; free fitness classes, award-winning Wellness Program; Employee Assistance Plan; paid volunteer time; affordable & comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurances; paid time off; 401k with 6% match; spending accounts & more!