REQUIREMENTS
- Matric certificate and relevant tertiary qualification in operations or production
- A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a production management role in the food industry (preferably in a restaurant and / or catering environment)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to lead and motivate a diverse team
- Excellent organisational and planning skills, with a demonstrated ability to manage production schedules and meet deadlines
- Ability to problem-solve and make sound decisions
- Flexible and adaptable to changing needs in a dynamic environment
DUTIES
Draw up a production schedule and monitor processes in line with sales forecasts, capacity and resourcesManage all activities within the production process, including maintenance and the workforceDevelop, implement and enforce production policies and SOPsManage Inventory requirements - daily stock levels in line with production usageTrack shrinkage and wastage on a weekly, monthly and annual basisKeep accurate records of stock takes twice a month, update stock data system, document wastageDefine and implement product quality standards (including weight testing)Ensure recipes are followed and products are produced to standard dailyTrain staff, supervise / motivate employees, & department (contracts / leave / sick / pay)Manage strict health checks, product costs, assist with new product costing modelsAnalyse budgets and continuously control production costs and identify / rectify waste measuresIdentify opportunities for expense reduction / savingsManage all supplier relationships affecting productionManage and support SHEQ initiatives and objectives for products and staffAssess production constraints for new productsManage logistics to ensure production coincides with launch datesDefine and implement product quality standards (including weight testing)Ensure recipes are followed and products are produced to standard dailyTrain staff on quality standards and monitor ongoing adherence to standardsEnforce product quality and time management standardsConduct regular quality checks through taste panelsPlan and schedule regular cleaningMaintain strict health checks to mitigate any risk of transference to products, customers or staffDevise and implement customer retention strategies and loyalty programmesMonitor the effectiveness of marketing campaigns and report performanceUnderstand raw material pricing and fluctuations throughout the yearDetermine optimal purchasing times (e.g., specials)Manage product costs and assist with new product costing modelsAnalyse budgets and continuously control production costs and identify / rectify waste measuresIdentify opportunities for expense reduction / savingsPrepare and report on product costing & wastage (weekly, monthly and annually)Manage logistics to ensure production coincides with launch datesSalary : R negotiable dependent on experience
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