Overnight Food Production Team Leader

Job summary

The Team Leader assists the Production Supervisor in managing factory operations, including vegetable preparation, meat seasoning, and production line efficiency. They are also responsible for coaching teammates on food safety standards and ensuring the production area remains clean and compliant.

Job details

OVERNIGHT FOOD PRODUCTION TEAM LEADER Join Team Bento and be a part of our group of companies which operates more than 12000 locations globally. With operations across Canada and United States, Bento brings together a dynamic team of people with diverse backgrounds, experience, and talent, to create an exceptional guest experience. Location and hours * Ontario Food Factory: 25 Sims Crescent, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 1C9 | 10:00 pm to 6:30 am Responsibilities The role of the Food Production Team Leader is to assist the Production Supervisor and Production Manager to ensure the smooth operations of the factory. * In charge of cutting and preparing vegetables including, but not limited to, avocado, cucumber, carrots and pepper in an efficient/timely manner to enable the sushi production line to run without delays * Responsible for performing root cause analysis for any vegetable preparation delays * Responsible for introducing most efficient vegetable preparation techniques to your team * In charge of mixing meat with seasoning * Familiarity with automated packing labelling machine * Maintain food supplies and calculate ingredients needed from the fridge and conduct daily production records * Assign duties to production teammates to ensure on time preparation of the vegetables for production runs * Ensure the production areas are cleaned and ready for use at all time * Check food quality according to the Bento’s standards * In charge of implementing and executing corrective actions according to product’s quality * Coach teammates on all operating standards including food safety and quality control Qualifications * Minimum high school diploma * Previous experience in vegetable preparation in fast-paced environments * Ability to use knives, peelers, slicers safely and efficiently * Knowledge of best practices in vegetable preparations (cutting, peeling, slicing) techniques * Previous work experience in frozen meat packaging is required * Previous knowledge of setting up label machines is a plus * You thrive in a highly repetitive task environment * Able to work in a refrigerated, cold climate (10°C working climate, 4°C for walk in refrigerator and -18°C for walk in freezer) * Ability to lift up to 23 kg (50 lb) where required and stand for extended periods * Flexible to work various shifts and weekends * Ability to lead and direct a team * Basic computer knowledge * Basic English communication skills * Basic knowledge in mathematics Why you should join our team: * Full-Time starting immediately at $20.00/hour. * Power of Collaboration: Live our core values - "Own it", "Care about it", "Make it exceptional", and "Win together" - as we work together to create better food for everyone, the Japanese way. * Competitive Rewards: Upon meeting eligibility criteria reap the benefits of a comprehensive group health benefits, and retirement plans that recognize your outstanding contribution. * Ignite Your Potential: Fuel your growth with extensive training and opportunities for career advancement, empowering you to unleash your full potential. * Champion Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We are committed to fostering a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion thrive, empowering every voice to be heard and celebrated through meaningful initiatives and programs. * Drive Sustainable Impact: As part of our dedication to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, we actively promote sustainable practices and initiatives to create a positive impact on our environment and communities. For more information about Bento Sushi and our opportunities, please visit www.bentosushi.com. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those candidates elected for an interview will be contacted. Special consideration will be given to applicants with previous experience working as a; sushi chef, sushi maker, sushi cook, prep cook, line cook, production worker, food manufacturing, food processor, food mixing.

What you’ll do

The Team Leader assists the Production Supervisor in managing factory operations, including vegetable preparation, meat seasoning, and production line efficiency. They are also responsible for coaching teammates on food safety standards and ensuring the production area remains clean and compliant.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma and previous experience in fast-paced vegetable preparation and frozen meat packaging. The role requires the ability to work in cold environments, lift up to 23 kg, and possess basic English and mathematical skills.

Benefits

• Health benefits • Retirement plans • Training and career advancement opportunities

Listed skills

• Production Scheduling · Preferred
• Food safety · Preferred
• Quality Control · Preferred
• Root Cause Analysis · Preferred
• Coaching · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Team leadership
• Food production
• Vegetable preparation
• Quality control
• Food safety
• Meat processing
• Labeling machine operation
• Inventory management
• Root cause analysis
• Mathematics
• Computer literacy
• Knife skills
• Production scheduling
• Corrective action implementation
• Coaching
• Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG)
• Food Quality Assurance And Control
• Cucumber (Software)
• Lifting Ability
• Food Manufacturing
• Communication
• Packaging And Labeling
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Operations
• Production Line
• Production Management
• Seasoning
• Product Quality (QA/QC)
• Root Cause Analysis
• Quality Control

Job areas

• Food & Beverage
• Manufacturing
• Management & Leadership
• Trades
• Production Team Lead
• Production Worker
• Assemblers Not Elsewhere Classified
• Production Workers, All Other