Manager, Kitchen

• Location 14646 Neo Parkway,Garfield Heights, OH, 44128,United States
• Job Category Production
• Employee Type FT Exempt
• Manage Others Yes

The Manager, Kitchen (MK), oversees the production and maintenance of all infusion equipment and facilities, infusion processes, and inventory for all infused products. Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, the MK is responsible for all compliance, quality control, cost, and safety oversight for the infusion facility and staff. He/she ensures efficient and effective infusion laboratory operations by properly executing the infusion production queue and directing all kitchen technicians' work.

This position is a leadership role in a highly compliant laboratory setting; all cannabis products produced will be held to the highest standards of quality and consistency. The ideal candidate must be passionate about people and process, possess close attention to detail, and take great pride in the quality of work produced.

• Direct the daily operations of the preparation, infusion, and post‑infusion processing of cannabis products in accordance with State and local standards.
• Design and implement the overall infusion laboratory processes and procedures set forth by the company’s SOP’s, adhering to all state regulations.
• Ensure all SOPs, checklists, and other relevant documents are up to date, and all employees have been trained and certified as proficient.
• Meet departmental goals related to efficiency, yield, and cost.
• Responsible for infusion‑related kitchen equipment design, sourcing, and procurement.
• Maintaining, tracking, and controlling non‑cannabis raw material inventory
• Collaborate with the Operations Manager to identify priorities, improve operational capabilities, and set/meet deadlines.
• Optimize the infusion process and procedures, and identify cost‑saving opportunities over time.
• Ensure the sanitation of all equipment and tools, including workspace, infusion lab equipment, containers, and appliances.
• Ensure consistency and efficacy of the product through quality control testing and procedures.
• Adhere to Quality Management Systems and Processes, including GMP/GAP practices, as directed by the Operations Manager.
• Train, plan, schedule, and direct the performance of assigned staff.
• Continually develop an extensive and comprehensive knowledge base of cannabis infusion methods.
• Serve as a role model and resource for laboratory staff concerning products and services, policies and procedures, industry news, and changes in regulations
• Ensure compliance with all applicable Federal, local, and state laws, rules, and regulations
• Work with the Operations manager to send samples for regular testing of infused product and document all results for compliance with state regulations to the local, state‑approved laboratory.
• Manage, monitor, and upkeep all METRC inventory tracking for edible products through the workflow
• Research and develop opportunities for product SKU expansion within the edible portfolio
• Manage and complete payroll timesheets through the company software programs biweekly.
• Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove job duties at any time, with or without prior notice, in accordance with business needs. Employees may also be required to perform additional job‑related tasks not specifically outlined in this job description, including special projects or assignments requested by their direct manager.
• Functional Acumen – Consistently shows comprehensive knowledge, skills, and abilities in the functional area(s) for which they are responsible, and understands the fit with overall business goals.
• Emotional Intelligence – Consistently executes the four (4) principles of EQ (i.e., self‑awareness, social awareness, self‑management, relationship management).
• Intellectual Agility – Consistently evaluates challenges and opportunities from a variety of angles, taking in multiple inputs, and arrives at reasonable business decisions.
• Leadership
  • Lead – Able to inspire others through words and actions to achieve a common goal, and meets or exceeds targeted business results.
  • Manage – Able to get specific tasks done through others, and meets or exceeds targeted…