Job Overview

Mabel's is looking for an energetic and detail-oriented Prepared Foods Manager to lead our commissary kitchen prepared foods department. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the preparation, cooking, and presentation of a variety of salads, sandwiches, along with fresh and frozen entrees, ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. Your leadership will drive team performance, streamline food production processes, and uphold food safety regulations.

Note, our production managers are hands on in the kitchen daily, 90% of the day is working along side the team. THIS IS NOT AN OFFICE OR ADMIN ROLE.

Responsibilities

- Supervise daily food preparation and cooking activities, ensuring all products meet quality standards and specifications.
- Lead and motivate a team of cooks and food service staff, providing coaching, training, and performance feedback to foster a collaborative work environment.
- Manage inventory levels, order supplies, and ensure proper storage to minimize waste and control costs.
- Enforce strict adherence to food safety protocols, sanitation standards, and regulatory compliance across all kitchen operations.
- Coordinate production with other teams (bread and pastry) for joint production and equipment use.
- Conduct interviews for new team members, participate in hiring decisions, and facilitate onboarding processes.




- Collaborate with other departments to coordinate food production schedules and ensure timely delivery of prepared foods for retail or catering needs.

Qualifications

- Proven experience in food preparation, cooking, or restaurant management with a strong background in the food service industry.
- Supervising experience in a rapid-paced kitchen or restaurant environment with demonstrated leadership skills.
- Knowledge of food handling procedures, safety standards, and sanitation practices.
- Familiarity with inventory management systems.
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to manage team dynamics effectively.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in inventory management and food quality control.
- Certifications: Valid Food Handler’s Certificate
- Schedule Flexibility - The schedule is normally Tuesday to Saturday however we operate 7 days per week and schedule changes are required from time to time. Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter are our busiest production periods

Join us to lead a vibrant team dedicated to delivering delicious prepared foods while maintaining the highest standards of safety and service excellence! Pay: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Store discount

Work Location: In person

📌 Prepared Foods Manager, Commissary (North York)
🏢 Mabel's Bakery
📍 North York