Production Supervisor

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Tampa, FL, US

30+ days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $18.00 To $22.00 Hourly

The Production Supervisor oversees daily operations of food preparation and packaging within a high-volume plant-based production facility or back-of-house operation. This role ensures that all food is produced efficiently, safely, and in alignment with company quality, sustainability, and health standards. The Production Supervisor leads by example by promoting teamwork, maintaining a positive work environment, and ensuring the consistent delivery of fresh, high-quality products.

This position provides supervision to others:
Yes

• Oversees production team members and coordinates daily workflow and assignments.
• Participates in hiring, training, and performance feedback in collaboration with leadership.
• Creates weekly schedules for direct reports, adjusting as needed for time off or absences.

• Supervises and leads production team members in the preparation, cooking, portioning, and packaging of food items.
• Ensures production targets, quality standards, and food safety protocols are consistently achieved.
• Monitors workflow and shift productivity to ensure timely and accurate output.
• Enforces food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety regulations (e.g., Serv Safe, OSHA standards).
• Supports training, onboarding, and cross‑training of production staff.
• Monitors ingredient usage, reduces waste, and supports inventory control procedures.
• Conducts quality checks on products for taste, appearance, temperature, and consistency.
• Maintains and enforces cleanliness of production areas, equipment, and storage zones.
• Completes daily production reports, temperature logs, and incident documentation as required.
• Communicates clearly with leadership, kitchen staff, and cross–functional departments.
• Troubleshoots operational or staffing issues during shifts and escalates as appropriate.
• Ensures equipment is being used properly and safely, reporting maintenance needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Models the company’s values of wellness, teamwork, and integrity.
• Creates a positive and inclusive team environment focused on collaboration and respect.
• Provides clear direction, sets performance expectations, and holds team members accountable.
• Recognizes and rewards strong performance; addresses issues with fairness and consistency.
• Encourages continuous improvement through feedback, coaching, and skill development.
• Maintains professionalism under pressure and leads by example in all areas of operation.

• Strong understanding of food preparation, batch cooking, and portion control.
• Thorough knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and coach a team in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving abilities.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

• Availability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, or holidays as needed.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Serv Safe certification or equivalent preferred.
• 2+ years of supervisory or lead experience in a food production, commissary kitchen, or high‑volume restaurant environment.

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position’s essential functions.

• Prolonged periods sitting/standing at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and work in a fast‑paced kitchen environment.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures typical of a production kitchen.
• Frequent use of hands, harms, sight, and hearing.
• Flexibility to bend, reach, and grab throughout the day.

• Paid Time Off
• Opportunities for advancement & career growth
• Dynamic work environment
• Hands‑on role in an innovative vegan kitchen
• Be part of our exciting expansion plans

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job‑related factors.