Food Service Manager

Lunds & Byerlys Highland Park is currently hiring for a vibrant and outgoing full-time Food Service Manager to create a sensational shopping experience for our customers! This position works a full-time schedule and earns a competitive wage of $23.43- $25.43/hour.

We operate 7 days/week and are open from 6:00am-10:00pm. For this position we are looking for someone with availability around the hours of 6:00am to 10:00pm.

In addition to competitive pay and our exceptional culture, we offer this customer service position the following benefits and perks:

• Flexible scheduling
• PTO (paid time off)
• Pay on demand
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarships
• 10% employee and family discount
• Profit sharing and a 401(k) option
• Ongoing trainings and leadership development opportunities
• Community and volunteer programs
• Employee referral bonus
• Product samplings
• Chance to be nominated as a brand champion!

FOOD SERVICE MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coach, mentor, and lead direct reports to accomplish goals of the department and personal goals for each staff member.
• Supervise direct reports to ensure satisfactory performance of all job functions and compliance with company polices, operation procedures, and government regulations.
• Schedule direct reports ensuring coverage during peak business times.
• Evaluate product quality, selection, condition, and merchandising throughout food service operations including hot bars and salad bars.
• Monitor food service operations to ensure food safety requirements are adhered to including hand washing, temping, food storage, and employee health, take action as needed to correct unsafe situations.
• Ensure appropriate inventory levels to accommodate menu plans and forecasted demand
• Monitor inventory, sales, and shrink in all food service areas to ensure profitability and use "FIFO" guidelines to ensure proper fresh food rotation.
• Establish and maintain store specific operational standards and ensure compliance with company operational standards.
• Review financial performance reports and analyze and interpret data to identify opportunities to obtain cost savings objectives through efficient planning of resources, including labor.
• Oversee food service menu development and collaborate to ensure guest satisfaction with popular, as well as trend forward menu options.

OUR IDEAL FOOD SERVICE MANAGER

• Team player - steps in to assist when and where as needed
• Respectful - empathetic and appreciative of our customers and team
• Innovative - implements trending and forward-thinking retail solutions
• Hospitable - provides a friendly face and welcoming environment

MINMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Education
   1. High School Diploma or equivalent
2. Licensing Required:
   1. Food Safety certification or ability to obtain
3. Experience
   1. Two or more years' work experience within the related technical/functional work area
4. LFHI Competencies expected of all employees include: action oriented, communicates effectively, customer focus and instills trust.
5. Other required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
   1. A service-oriented individual with a high energy, positive and friendly demeanor
   2. Strong understanding of food preparation and food service operations
   3. Knowledge and aptitude of financial reporting systems and concepts
   4. Computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word)
   5. Excellent customer service, interpersonal and communication skills
   6. Sound judgment, decision making, and problem-solving skills
   7. Ability to respond to continually changing priorities and coordinate multiple projects
   8. Strong delegation skills
   9. Ability to work closely with internal and external customers
   10. Proven ability to lead and manage a diverse facility
   11. Ability to comply with USDA, FDA, OSHA and all other regulatory agencies
   12. Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend English

ABOUT LUNDS & BYERLYS

Family-owned for over 80 years, Lunds & Byerlys is a grocery retailer rooted in the family tradition of quality, value, and service. Not only do we offer convenient, healthy, and contemporary delectables, we believe in giving our grocery customers the same personal attention and exceptional value we would expect for our own family. Our employees are chosen for their expertise and dedication in giving our grocery customers the best shopping experience possible. Which is why we offer competitive wages, great benefits and perks, and an amazing company culture.

Are you trustworthy? Do you present yourself in a professional manner? Are you a team player? Do you have effective communication skills, both verbal and written? Do you thrive in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment? If you have the desire and ability to create meaningful and memorable moments for our customers, give us the chance to review your information.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you are excited about this customer service opportunity, don't delay. Apply today using our mobile friendly online application!

Salary : $23 - $25