Food production manager Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

At Weckerly's, we take pride in crafting exceptional products made with all-natural ingredients, prepared from scratch in our production kitchen in Philadelphia. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a talented individual with a background in baking and production leadership to manage our production kitchen.

As the leader of our ice cream and bakery production team (around 7 staff members), you'll be responsible for overseeing the entire process - from planning to delivering high-quality products ready for sale. This role offers daytime weekday hours, competitive compensation with bonus opportunities, significant flexibility, a fun and collaborative work environment, and a comprehensive benefits package. We are also looking for someone with a creative flair who can help us innovate and develop new flavors that will delight our customers

Responsibilities Include :

Production Planning :

o  Produce production plan based on wholesale, catering, retail, and promotional needs. Ideal plan should be two weeks of production and updated as necessary to stay on schedule.

o  Weekly short-term and long-term menu planning and brainstorming.

o  Provide detailed list of to-dos for manufacturing staff. Lists should be based on overall production plan.

o  Ability to adjust plan based on wholesale and retail needs.

Inventory & Costing : Perform regular inventory of ingredients, WIP, and finished product. Report weekly throughput, R&D cost, and waste. Ensure we are managing inventory based on FIFO.

Ordering : Vendor management and weekly ordering of ingredients and supplies

Equipment Maintenance :

o  The oversight and execution of equipment maintenance.

o  Systems to perform daily, weekly, and monthly cleanings.

o  Manage maintenance and temperature logs.

o  Contacting external vendors for preventative maintenance and repairs.

People Management :

o  Oversee and manage the production team, ensuring effective staff performance and development.

o  Conduct training sessions for new employees to ensure they are well-equipped with necessary skills and knowledge.

o  Coordinate kitchen operations, including task assignments and workflow management, to maintain efficiency.

o  Provide ongoing support, guidance, and on-the-job training to enhance the performance of kitchen staff.

o  Lead the recruitment process, including interviewing and hiring new team members to meet staffing needs.

o  Scheduling staff two weeks in advance based on production needs. Manage request for time-off and availability changes.

Production Tasks

o  Pasteurization : Responsible for pasteurizing ice cream bases to ensure product quality and safety.

o  Regulatory & Compliance : Record batch information into log, keep track of pasteurization charts, and records required for the Department of Agriculture.

o  Testing & Regulatory : Ensure we are testing ice cream products according to the requirements of the Department of Agriculture. Schedule quarterly Department of Agriculture inspections and reviews.

o  Quality Assurance : Ensure we our finished product reflects our commitment to providing an exceptional product that taste wonderful, is safe to consume, and that follows the Department of Agriculture regulatory requirements.

o  Catering / Wholesale Order Fulfillment : Handle the fulfillment of catering and wholesale orders, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of products.

Production Oversight : Management will not be expected to regularly perform these duties; however, management should be fully competent in the following areas to ensure appropriate knowledge transfer and ability to train and provide oversight.

o  Batch Freezer Operation : Operate the batch freezer to produce ice cream for various products, including ice cream sandwiches, pints, and tubs.

o  Baking Assistance : Support the baking process as needed to prepare ingredients for ice cream sandwiches and other products.

o  Novelties : De-framing, cutting, wrapping, and packing of ice cream sandwiches.

o  Ice Cream Sandwich Production & Packaging : Assist with the production and packaging of ice cream sandwiches, ensuring high-quality standards are met.

o  Product Development & Recipe Testing : Participate in product development, including testing and refining recipes to improve or create new offerings.

o  Making sure all weights and outputs are documented for new recipes.

o  Maintaining organized and accessible information for all departments.

o  The continual development, training, and implementation of quality control procedures.

Compensation Details

Compensation : Salary (Based on Experience)

Benefits & Perks : Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Potential Bonuses