Prepared Foods Manager

Prepared Foods Manager – Full Time

Good Foods Co-op is a community-owned natural foods grocery dedicated to building a more equitable and sustainable food system. We support local farmers and producers while creating a welcoming, inclusive shopping experience for everyone in our community.

We’re looking for a Prepared Foods Manager who is passionate about natural foods, team leadership, and delivering high-quality prepared meals and customer service. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and retail environment, enjoys leading and developing staff, and is committed to operational excellence.

What You’ll Do
In this role, you’ll oversee daily operations in the Prepared Foods Department by:
• Managing department staff and production managers, scheduling, training, and performance development
• Overseeing food production, inventory management, and ordering processes
• Ensuring high-quality prepared foods and excellent customer service standards
• Monitoring department sales, labor, margin, and inventory performance
• Coordinating staffing plans and labor usage to support business goals
• Maintaining clean, organized, and food-safe production and retail areas
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations
• Supporting merchandising, displays, signage, and product presentation
• Monitoring product quality, minimizing shrink, and managing unsellable items
• Collaborating with leadership on promotions, category management, and operational improvements
• Providing leadership, coaching, and support to Prepared Foods staff
• Filling in operationally within the department as needed

What We’re Looking For
We’re excited to meet someone who:
• Has 5 years previous Prepared Foods, kitchen, or natural foods retail experience
• Has minimum 5 years management and staff leadership experience
• Demonstrates strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Works effectively in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
• Brings a strong customer service focus and positive leadership style
• Has knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
• Is reliable, detail-oriented, and solution-focused
• Has a strong interest in natural and organic foods and cooperative values
• Is comfortable working flexible schedules, including weekends
• Can safely lift up to 50 lbs and work in varied kitchen and retail environments

What It’s Like to Work Here
At Good Foods Co-op, you’re more than just an employee, you’re part of a community. We value collaboration, accountability, and shared success. Our Prepared Foods team plays an important role in creating fresh, high-quality meals while supporting local ingredients, sustainable practices, and exceptional customer experiences.

Physical & Work Environment
• Fast-paced kitchen, retail, and backroom environment
• Regular standing, walking, bending, lifting, and repetitive movement
• Frequent exposure to hot, cold, and wet environments
• Use of kitchen equipment, machinery, ladders, and production tools
• Exposure to moderate to loud noise and shared workspaces
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and team lift over 100 lbs as needed

Compensation & Benefits
Competitive wage based on experience
• Leadership development and growth opportunities
• Dynamic and collaborative team environment

Full-time employees eligible for benefits after 90 days, including:
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with employer match after 1 year

All employees receive:
• Store discount
• Paid vacation time

Equal Opportunity Employer
Good Foods Co-op does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, age, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected class.