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Assistant Operations Manager

Job in New York, New York County, New York, 10261, USA
Listing for: Goodwin Recruiting
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-27
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Food Production, Operations Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 42000 - 65000 USD Yearly USD 42000.00 65000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: New York

We are seeking a results-driven and operational Assistant Manager to join our team. This role bridges production management and retail operations, ensuring that high-quality food products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and delivered seamlessly to our retail customers. You will oversee daily production workflows, assist with retail/distribution operations, manage team performance, and uphold strict food safety, sanitation, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities
Operations & Production Supervision
  • Assist in overseeing daily food manufacturing operations, scheduling staff, and monitoring workflow to meet production quotas.
  • Monitor product quality and inventory levels, ensuring proper batching, processing, packaging, and store delivery/display.
  • Troubleshoot operational bottlenecks, equipment downtime, and supply chain delays to maintain smooth daily throughput.

Food Safety, Quality Assurance & Compliance

  • Uphold strict food safety protocols, maintaining compliance with FDA, USDA, local health codes, and internal HACCP/GMP guidelines.
  • Oversee sanitation routines, facility cleaning checklists, temperature monitoring, and product expiration tracking.
  • Address quality assurance issues immediately, conducting inspections and maintaining batch log documentation.

Inventory, Cost Control & Logistics

  • Manage stock control for raw ingredients, packaging materials, and finished goods; conduct regular physical inventory counts.
  • Minimize waste and shrink by enforcing proper FIFO (First-In, First-Out) stock rotation and recipe adherence.
  • Coordinate incoming supplier shipments and outgoing retail orders.
Qualifications & Requirements
  • Experience: 2+ years of supervisory or assistant management experience in food manufacturing, food retail, commercial kitchen operations, or bakery/deli environments.
  • Certifications: Serv Safe Manager Certification (or equivalent food safety management certification) preferred.
  • Knowledge: Working knowledge of HACCP, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and health code regulations.
  • Skills: Strong team leadership, communication, problem-solving, and basic inventory tracking software/POS proficiency.
  • Physical Capabilities: Ability to stand for extended periods, work in varying temperature environments (coolers/kitchens), and lift up to 40 lbs as needed.

Compensation:

  • Competitive salary
  • Growth opportunities
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