Food manager job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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A food manager is a trained professional in the food industry responsible for the oversight of employees within a restaurant or other food-related establishment. They must maintain proper health and safety protocols and ensure that they are being followed.
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Example food manager requirements on a job description
Food manager requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in food manager job postings.
Sample food manager requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field
- Valid Food Manager certificate
- Previous experience in food service or management
- Knowledge of safety and sanitation principles
- Proficient in MS Office and related software
Sample required food manager soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong leadership abilities
- Organization and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Flexible and adaptable to changing needs
Food manager job description example 1
IKEA North America Services, LLC food manager job description
What you'll need to have
* 5 years of experience leading a multi-unit high-volume retail business with advanced knowledge of sales steering, merchandising and customer service.
* Ability to manage a food service operation including operational and staff costs
* Ability to work creatively within strong frameworks.
What you'll be doing day to day
Supports sales and converts visitors in the Restaurant, Bistro, & Swedish Food Market by acting as a commercial business partner within the IKEA business in the retail store.
* Secures a commercial and operational IKEA Food strategy that meets quality, food safety, environmental requirements & other relevant legislation.
* Supports the implementation of the IKEA Food Concept and develops action plans for IKEA Food to support commercial goals: including sales, productivity, performance analysis and problem resolution, food and operational cost control, merchandising and maintenance of the IKEA Food Sales Areas.
* Manages the IKEA Food Commercial team, ensuring the implementation of the IKEA Food Concept and execution of the administration rules and guidelines including goods flow, inventory management, commercial and customer experience routines.
* Initiates and maximizes everyday commercial opportunities to drive conversion rate and average check.
* Plans and maintains sales forecasts for the Swedish Food Market to enable proper supply planning, ordering, efficient goods handling and inventory management.
* Builds competence in IKEA Food Commercial team to secure ongoing development within IKEA Food and the IKEA Retail Store.
* Contributes to an environment where the IKEA culture is a strong and living reality that embraces the diversity of co-workers and customers.
Together as a Team
Thanks to us, customers, co-workers and people at home can have a better everyday life through food that's good for both people and planet. Together we serve more than 660 million customers yearly at the IKEA restaurants worldwide, underlining our Scandinavian heritage by offering a modern taste of Sweden. We also offer a variety of foods in our bistros and in the "Swedish Food market". We are a diverse group of people who all live by the motto: Laughter is brightest in the place where the food is!
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JOB TYPE - Permanent, Full-time, In Location
HOURS - Salaried, Retail Management
SHIFTS - Fully open work schedule availability including evenings and weekends required; Work schedules are published one month in advance
PAY - The starting rates/salary for this position range from $63,464 to $92,336 and will be based on relevant work experience
BENEFITS ELIGIBLE? - Yes - Whether you're part time or full time, we offer competitive benefits and perks, such as medical and Rx*, dental, vison, 401k, meal deal, store discount, autism coverage, parental leave, pet insurance, education assistance and more
* 5 years of experience leading a multi-unit high-volume retail business with advanced knowledge of sales steering, merchandising and customer service.
* Ability to manage a food service operation including operational and staff costs
* Ability to work creatively within strong frameworks.
What you'll be doing day to day
Supports sales and converts visitors in the Restaurant, Bistro, & Swedish Food Market by acting as a commercial business partner within the IKEA business in the retail store.
* Secures a commercial and operational IKEA Food strategy that meets quality, food safety, environmental requirements & other relevant legislation.
* Supports the implementation of the IKEA Food Concept and develops action plans for IKEA Food to support commercial goals: including sales, productivity, performance analysis and problem resolution, food and operational cost control, merchandising and maintenance of the IKEA Food Sales Areas.
* Manages the IKEA Food Commercial team, ensuring the implementation of the IKEA Food Concept and execution of the administration rules and guidelines including goods flow, inventory management, commercial and customer experience routines.
* Initiates and maximizes everyday commercial opportunities to drive conversion rate and average check.
* Plans and maintains sales forecasts for the Swedish Food Market to enable proper supply planning, ordering, efficient goods handling and inventory management.
* Builds competence in IKEA Food Commercial team to secure ongoing development within IKEA Food and the IKEA Retail Store.
* Contributes to an environment where the IKEA culture is a strong and living reality that embraces the diversity of co-workers and customers.
Together as a Team
Thanks to us, customers, co-workers and people at home can have a better everyday life through food that's good for both people and planet. Together we serve more than 660 million customers yearly at the IKEA restaurants worldwide, underlining our Scandinavian heritage by offering a modern taste of Sweden. We also offer a variety of foods in our bistros and in the "Swedish Food market". We are a diverse group of people who all live by the motto: Laughter is brightest in the place where the food is!
Apply now!
JOB TYPE - Permanent, Full-time, In Location
HOURS - Salaried, Retail Management
SHIFTS - Fully open work schedule availability including evenings and weekends required; Work schedules are published one month in advance
PAY - The starting rates/salary for this position range from $63,464 to $92,336 and will be based on relevant work experience
BENEFITS ELIGIBLE? - Yes - Whether you're part time or full time, we offer competitive benefits and perks, such as medical and Rx*, dental, vison, 401k, meal deal, store discount, autism coverage, parental leave, pet insurance, education assistance and more
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Food manager job description example 2
Hawaii Pacific Health food manager job description
Pali Momi Medical Center overlooks majestic Pearl Harbor on the island of O'ahu. With 116 beds and more than 390 physicians on its medical staff, Pali Momi has delivered many medical firsts to the community, including West O'ahu's only interventional cardiac catheterization unit for the detection and treatment of heart disease, a fully integrated minimally invasive surgical suite, CT scan and MRI services, emergency services, a Women's Center and the state's first Retina Center. Pali Momi is the only facility in Hawai'i that utilizes a team triage approach in its Emergency Room, where patients are promptly evaluated by an emergency physician. For five consecutive years, the American Heart Association has recognized the hospital with its Gold Award for excellence in the treatment of coronary artery disease and its Gold Plus Award for Heart Failure, making it one of only 7 in the nation to receive this distinction.
Our Food and Nutrition Services provide quality nutritious meals to patients, visitors and staff while educating on the importance of healthy eating habits. We also work with medical staff to ensure accurate diet modifications for patients as needed. The department is responsible for performing a variety of general preparation and food service activities, including tray assembly and delivery, working in the cafeteria, cashiering, ware washing, assisting with pantry functions, nourishment activities and catering.
As the Food and Nutrition Services Manager, you will have the opportunity to ensure that quality, nutritious meal services are provided to patients, employees and guests. You will be responsible for organizing, developing, and managing the overall operation of the department; establishing policies and procedures to provide administrative direction for cafeteria menu information, food preparation, distribution and service, budgeting, purchasing, sanitation standards, safety practices, staffing and staff development. We are looking for someone with excellent organizational and managerial ability, strong communication and interpersonal skills, attention to operational and quality control and a commitment to creating a healthier Hawaii.
_*Under the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Federal Vaccination Mandate, all health care workers must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved medical or religious exemption from receiving the COVID-19 vaccination.*_
**Work Schedule:** Day - 8 Hours
**Work Type:** Full Time Regular
FTE: 1.000000
Bargaining Unit: Non-Bargaining
**Exempt:** Yes
**Minimum Qualifications:** Bachelor's degree in Food Service, Food Science or related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Three years (3) years of experience in managing, developing, implementing food service programs, and/or providing clinical expertise in the application of medical nutrition therapies and cultural sensitivity in a health care setting.
EOE/AA/Disabled/Vets
**Position** Manager - Food and Nutrition
**Category** Management
**Employment Type** Employee
**Location** Pali Momi Medical Center, Aiea, HI
Our Food and Nutrition Services provide quality nutritious meals to patients, visitors and staff while educating on the importance of healthy eating habits. We also work with medical staff to ensure accurate diet modifications for patients as needed. The department is responsible for performing a variety of general preparation and food service activities, including tray assembly and delivery, working in the cafeteria, cashiering, ware washing, assisting with pantry functions, nourishment activities and catering.
As the Food and Nutrition Services Manager, you will have the opportunity to ensure that quality, nutritious meal services are provided to patients, employees and guests. You will be responsible for organizing, developing, and managing the overall operation of the department; establishing policies and procedures to provide administrative direction for cafeteria menu information, food preparation, distribution and service, budgeting, purchasing, sanitation standards, safety practices, staffing and staff development. We are looking for someone with excellent organizational and managerial ability, strong communication and interpersonal skills, attention to operational and quality control and a commitment to creating a healthier Hawaii.
_*Under the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Federal Vaccination Mandate, all health care workers must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved medical or religious exemption from receiving the COVID-19 vaccination.*_
**Work Schedule:** Day - 8 Hours
**Work Type:** Full Time Regular
FTE: 1.000000
Bargaining Unit: Non-Bargaining
**Exempt:** Yes
**Minimum Qualifications:** Bachelor's degree in Food Service, Food Science or related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Three years (3) years of experience in managing, developing, implementing food service programs, and/or providing clinical expertise in the application of medical nutrition therapies and cultural sensitivity in a health care setting.
EOE/AA/Disabled/Vets
**Position** Manager - Food and Nutrition
**Category** Management
**Employment Type** Employee
**Location** Pali Momi Medical Center, Aiea, HI
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Food manager job description example 3
LSG Sky Chefs food manager job description
*Role Purpose Statement*
* You want to be part of something new, exciting and growing!
* You are in charge of all operations for the Ghost Kitchen venture of LSG Sky Chefs in Miami.
* You are a dynamic, experienced and passionate person who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys managing a team that is laser-focused on delivering a quality product to our customers
* You want to lead and rock the market of to great success!
*Main Accountabilities*
* Strategically plan, organize, and manage a multi-unit kitchen with regards to daily hours, schedules, productivity, quality and safety
* Responsible for department costs to budget through effective manpower planning, scheduling, overtime usage
* Accountable for cost of goods and waste management
* Ensure compliance with customer specifications, quality standards, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), safety, health, environmental and other regulations
* Ensure on-time and accurate production in the preparation of food/equipment and order fulfilment
* Responsible for customer satisfaction and ownership of marketing initiatives
* Maintain an ongoing, positive and pro-active relationship with all internal and external customers
* Provides recommendations on business improvement and advises senior leadership on labor issues including, safety, security, employee relations, scheduling, training etc.
* Ensures that a team of high performing support staff is in place
* Communicates the importance of building success the right way: through the creation of culture to empower employees
* Supports the efforts of the team developing excellent kitchens, maintaining an effective system of marketing, and building an effective facilities support and maintenance program
* Provides leadership, direction, training, and development to supervisors and teams
*Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities*
* H.S. diploma or equivalent knowledge required
* Bachelor's Degree comparable skills and experience
* In addition, 5-7 years of proven multi-unit leadership in a service, QSR and /or fast casual restaurant environment, preferred
* Ability to manage P&L cost and developing/implementing corrective action to address issues
* Solid knowledge of the service kitchen or QSR industry, with a focus on hospitality
* Ghost Kitchen Operation / Delivery only concept knowledge is a plus
* Preferred proficiency in restaurant operations, back of house and related systems Proven success of developing high performing teams
* Ability to work in a team environment
* Strong presentation, communication, training and interpersonal skills
* Passion for producing quality food in a timely manner
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
Weekly day range:
* Monday to Friday
* Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Miami, FL 33145: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
* Restaurant management: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: One location
* You want to be part of something new, exciting and growing!
* You are in charge of all operations for the Ghost Kitchen venture of LSG Sky Chefs in Miami.
* You are a dynamic, experienced and passionate person who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys managing a team that is laser-focused on delivering a quality product to our customers
* You want to lead and rock the market of to great success!
*Main Accountabilities*
* Strategically plan, organize, and manage a multi-unit kitchen with regards to daily hours, schedules, productivity, quality and safety
* Responsible for department costs to budget through effective manpower planning, scheduling, overtime usage
* Accountable for cost of goods and waste management
* Ensure compliance with customer specifications, quality standards, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), safety, health, environmental and other regulations
* Ensure on-time and accurate production in the preparation of food/equipment and order fulfilment
* Responsible for customer satisfaction and ownership of marketing initiatives
* Maintain an ongoing, positive and pro-active relationship with all internal and external customers
* Provides recommendations on business improvement and advises senior leadership on labor issues including, safety, security, employee relations, scheduling, training etc.
* Ensures that a team of high performing support staff is in place
* Communicates the importance of building success the right way: through the creation of culture to empower employees
* Supports the efforts of the team developing excellent kitchens, maintaining an effective system of marketing, and building an effective facilities support and maintenance program
* Provides leadership, direction, training, and development to supervisors and teams
*Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities*
* H.S. diploma or equivalent knowledge required
* Bachelor's Degree comparable skills and experience
* In addition, 5-7 years of proven multi-unit leadership in a service, QSR and /or fast casual restaurant environment, preferred
* Ability to manage P&L cost and developing/implementing corrective action to address issues
* Solid knowledge of the service kitchen or QSR industry, with a focus on hospitality
* Ghost Kitchen Operation / Delivery only concept knowledge is a plus
* Preferred proficiency in restaurant operations, back of house and related systems Proven success of developing high performing teams
* Ability to work in a team environment
* Strong presentation, communication, training and interpersonal skills
* Passion for producing quality food in a timely manner
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
Weekly day range:
* Monday to Friday
* Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Miami, FL 33145: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
* Restaurant management: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: One location
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Updated March 14, 2024