Food Production Manager - Middletown, PA

Company: Fresh & Ready Foods
Location: Middletown
Posted on: February 24, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Schedule: Hours vary and may include weekends, holidays, and longer shifts as needed. Salary: $75,000 - $80,000 /year Other Forms of Compensation: Yearly Bonus Opportunity Growth. Opportunity. Excellence. Fresh & Ready Foods is a member of Canteen. Canteen sets the national standard for excellence in automated retail, and EVERY segment of our business is thriving. We employ the best team in the industry and their dedication, collaboration and passion fuel our growth . YOU bring enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we’ll supply the opportunity and innovation. TOGETHER we’ll continue transforming the micro-market, dining, coffee, and vending industry. Come grow with us. We are Canteen. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Proficient in all aspects of food service management, with a proven record of success. • Ensures operation meets all timelines for service and all other timelines established by management and/or client. • Leads all financials including planning, budget development and analysis, and financial reporting. • Proactive and positive; interacts professionally with a diverse group of associates, peers, managers, suppliers, clients and customers. • Assures standardized recipes are followed and ensures accurate portioning of foods. • Verifies accurate quantity of items are prepared for the tray line. • Audits records to ensure conformance with the Company and government as well as regulations and codes regarding food storage, preparation, sanitation and record keeping. • Hires, trains and develops the associates. • Monitors and investigates any overages or shortages. • Collaborates with the managers of all the departments and the Director of Operations to ensure all tasks on daily production are completed. • Participate in managerial and food quality meetings. • Verifies food safety records are completed. • Monitors labeling all items with accurate information. • Implements all federal, state, and local regulations. • Schedules Maintenance on all equipment. • Adheres to all company policies and procedures. Education, Work Experience or Capability Requirements: • USDA/FDA/SQF (SAFE QUALITY FOODS), AMS, HACCP, or Fresh Prepared foods preferred. • B.S. degree in Food Services Technology/Management or related field; or A.A. degree, plus four years of directly related experience preferred. • Excellent knowledge of food with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation a plus. • Experience with P&L accountability is highly desirable. • Ability to effectively communicate across all levels, including management, customers, and associates. • Knowledge of financial, budgetary, accounting and computational practices. • Proficient digital literacy to include various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail and Internet. • ServSafe® certified is preferred. • Bilingual in English & Spanish preferred. Apply to Canteen today! Canteen is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace. Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits. • Medical • Dental • Vision • Life Insurance/ AD • Disability Insurance • Retirement Plan • Paid Time Off • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) • Associate Shopping Program • Health and Wellness Programs • Discount Marketplace • Identity Theft Protection • Pet Insurance • Commuter Benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) • Paid Parental Leave • Personal Leave Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass -usa.com/wp- content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Canteen.pdf Req ID:1508216 Fresh & Ready Foods Leticia Pinon

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