Operations Manager - Fresh Food Production

Are you energized by leading people, building teams, and driving operational excellence? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment — and love the idea of enjoying delicious, healthy meals along the way?

We’re a fast-growing prepared meal company helping people eat better and live well. With a multi-channel model including retail, home delivery, and high-volume commissary operations, we fuel our customers’ journeys through food — and we’re looking for a hands-on Operations Manager to help lead the way.

The Role: Oversee Home Delivery, Assembly, MAP, Dish Room, and Logistics teams. This role blends people leadership, KPI ownership, and process improvement. You'll optimize systems, elevate quality, and contribute to a thriving, mission-driven culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead daily operations across multiple teams in a fast-paced environment
  
  
• Implement SOPs, team training, and maintenance programs
  
  
• Partner with culinary leadership to improve food quality and cost-efficiency
  
  
• Manage KPIs: labor, food quality, inventory, and delivery timelines
  
  
• Drive process improvements using LEAN and Kaizen
  
  
• Build a culture of ownership, curiosity, and continuous improvement
  
  
• Oversee hiring, coaching, and compliance in partnership with HR
  
  
• Ensure safety, quality, and team accountability at every level
  
  

What You Bring:

• 2+ years in ops leadership in food production, CPG, or logistics
  
  
• Knowledge of kitchen workflows, inventory, and digital systems
  
  
• Experience developing teams and managing performance metrics
  
  
• (English/Spanish) preferred
  
  
• Able to lift 50 lbs and work in an active setting
  
  
• High school diploma required; degree or equivalent experience preferred
  
  

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive pay
  
  
• Meal plan included
  
  
• Health, dental & vision insurance
  
  
• Paid time off & holidays
  
  
• Discounts at retail locations
  
  
• Ongoing learning & growth opportunities
  
  

Our Culture: We’re a high-performance, people-first team where results, gratitude, and curiosity drive everything we do. Your role has purpose, your voice matters, and your impact is real. If you’re ready to lead with heart and hustle — we want to meet you.

salary: $70,000 - $89,999.98 per year
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 4 PM
education: Bachelors

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage daily operations across Home Delivery, Assembly, MAP, Dish Room, and Logistics teams.
  
  
• Collaborate with culinary leadership to maintain high standards for food quality and safety.
  
  
• Develop and implement SOPs, training materials, and team development plans to ensure consistent performance.
  
  
• Monitor and manage operational KPIs including food quality, labor efficiency, cost control, and on-time delivery.
  
  
• Champion a culture of accountability, communication, and continuous improvement.
  
  
• Facilitate regular team meetings to review goals, address challenges, and celebrate wins.
  
  
• Oversee preventative maintenance schedules and coordinate with third-party contractors as needed.
  
  
• Leverage LEAN practices and Kaizen events to drive process optimization and workflow efficiency.
  
  
• Follow and support the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) framework in daily operations.
  
  
• Work closely with HR to support hiring, onboarding, and compliance with labor laws and leave policies.
  
  
• Ensure inventory accuracy and efficient production planning using digital platforms.
  
  
• Create a safe, inclusive, and motivating work environment that reflects core values like ownership, gratitude, and curiosity.
  
  

Skills

• Business operations
• Operations
• Operations - Wholesale

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 5 years
• Experience level: Experienced

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.