We're Growing Our Leadership Team!Food Production Manager | Caffè Divano

Locations: Port Moody (primary) + Coquitlam (occassionally)

At Caffè Divano, we believe outstanding food is just as important as great coffee. From our freshly prepared paninis and baked goods to our house-made syrups and seasonal specialty drinks, we take pride in creating food and beverages that keep our customers coming back.

We're looking for a Food Production Manager to take ownership of our food program across both café locations.

This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who loves food, thrives on organization, takes pride in the details, and is excited about the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our operations.

About the Role

As our Food Production Manager, you'll be responsible for ensuring our kitchen runs efficiently, our food is consistently prepared to our standards, and our teams have the training, tools, and direction they need to succeed.

You'll oversee everything from food safety and kitchen organization to production planning, inventory management, recipe development, and menu performance.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who takes initiative, sees the bigger picture, and approaches our food program with a genuine sense of ownership.

What You'll Be Responsible For:

Kitchen Leadership & Food Safety

- Take ownership of kitchen cleanliness, organization, and food safety standards.
- Ensure best practices for food storage, labelling, FIFO, temperature control, and sanitation are consistently followed.
- Conduct documented food quality and kitchen standards audits at both locations every two weeks.
- Identify opportunities for improvement and take initiative to implement solutions.

Production Planning & Quality Control

- Develop and maintain a weekly food production plan so team members know what needs to be prepared each day.
- Establish and monitor production pars to ensure we're meeting customer demand without excessive food preparation or waste.




- Ensure food is prepared consistently according to approved recipes, portion sizes, and presentation standards.
- Maintain food quality and consistency across both café locations (you'll be based out of our Port Moody cafe but will be responsible for auditing operations in Coquitlam).

Inventory & Purchasing

- Oversee food inventory and ordering from our suppliers
- Coordinate purchasing and inventory requirements with the Café Manager.
- Organize and document food transfers between Port Moody and Coquitlam.
- Monitor inventory levels, ingredient costs, and food waste to improve efficiency.

Training & Team Development

- Ensure all team members are properly trained in food preparation, food safety, and kitchen procedures.
- Maintain clear, accessible recipes and food preparation guidelines.
- Provide ongoing coaching and support to ensure our standards are consistently met.
- Lead by example, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and pride in our food.

Menu Development & Innovation

- Help keep our menu fresh, creative, and exciting!
- Develop and cost seasonal specialty drink recipes four times per year, including our house-made syrups and sauces.
- Create at least one new panini feature each month.
- Maintain and update existing recipes, ensuring consistency, quality, and accurate food costing.
- Work with management to develop new menu ideas that balance creativity, customer appeal, and profitability.

Sales Analysis & Continuous Improvement

- Review food sales and product performance to identify what's working and what could be improved.




- Provide quarterly updates to management and ownership on top-performing and underperforming menu items.
- Recommend opportunities to improve food costs, reduce waste, and strengthen our food offerings.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who:

- Has a genuine passion for food and takes pride in quality and presentation.
- Is exceptionally organized, detail-oriented, and proactive.
- Understands the importance of food safety, cleanliness, and consistent kitchen standards.
- Can effectively plan, prioritize, and coordinate food production.
- Enjoys teaching others and helping team members develop their skills.
- Is creative and excited about developing new food and beverage offerings.
- Understands that great food needs to be balanced with operational efficiency and profitability.
- Is comfortable taking responsibility, making decisions, and following through.
- Communicates clearly and works collaboratively with the broader management team.

What Success Looks Like

Our ideal Food Production Manager is someone who doesn't wait to be told what needs to be done.

They notice when something isn't working and take action. They anticipate what the team needs, keep our kitchens organized and running smoothly, and ensure that every food item leaving our kitchens meets the standards we're proud of.

They bring creativity to our menu, structure to our production, and a strong sense of accountability to everything they do.

Above all, they care deeply about the quality of our food, the success of our team, and the experience of our customers.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

This is an opportunity to take on a meaningful leadership role, contribute new ideas, and help shape the future of Caffè Divano's food program.

We're excited to support someone who is ready to grow, take ownership, and make this role their own!

Pay: $24.00-$28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Store discount

Work Location: In person

📌 Food Production Manager (Port Moody)
🏢 Caffe Divano Port Moody
📍 Port Moody