Food Production Supervisor Full Time

Job summary

Supervise production clerks and daily production operations, ensuring food safety, product quality, consistency, and timely preparation for both locations. Support in-house meat and deli production, oversee basic equipment care, and manage inventory, waste, and product rotation to control losses.

Job details

Join our amazing team and enjoy a 20% store discount! Location: Oxford Corner, 271 Cook Street., Victoria, BC V8V 3X4 THE ROLE We are currently seeking a Full Time Production Supervisor to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have passion and knowledge for all things cooking and will assist with overseeing daily production operations, including overseeing production clerks’ performance, product quality and consistency, and food safety. Supervise production clerks to ensure consistent delivery of excellent products, optimizing profitability and customer satisfaction. Follow daily production workflow and ensure products are prepared timely for both locations. Support the production of meat and deli in-house products, following recipes to ensure standards and quality are met and accurate every time. Oversee equipment basic maintenance, ensuring equipment is kept clean, operated safely and any maintenance concerns are reported promptly. Manage loss through proper inventory control, waste reduction, product rotation and adherence to production standards. Who We Are The Root Cellar sprouted from a deep passion for fresh, local food and sustainable food systems. What began as a small idea quickly took root in Victoria, where the community embraced and amplified that passion - helping The Root Cellar grow into what it is today. Across both markets, we proudly offer Vancouver Island’s widest selection of locally grown, organic, and conventional produce, alongside a full-service butcher and deli, artisanal groceries, dairy, fresh breads, and bulk foods. At The Root Cellar, we’re committed to supporting local farmers and makers, celebrating great food, and creating a welcoming place where quality, care, and community come together under one roof. What We Bring To The Table 20% team member store discount Future opportunity to participate in employee ownership plan Group health and dental benefits, including employee and family assistance program after 6 months Opportunities to learn and grow And yes… all the legendary Green Sauce you could want What You Bring To The Table At least one year of supervisory experience in a grocery, food specialty or kitchen environment, or similar experience. A passion for cooking and sharing produce knowledge. A positive attitude and the desire to lead and motivate a team. The physical ability to stand for long periods and lift 25-50lbs repeatedly. The ability to multi-task and maintain organization in a fast-paced environment. The availability to work various shifts, full-time, 40 hours per week, including evenings and at least one weekend day.

What you’ll do

Supervise production clerks and daily production operations, ensuring food safety, product quality, consistency, and timely preparation for both locations. Support in-house meat and deli production, oversee basic equipment care, and manage inventory, waste, and product rotation to control losses.

Requirements

Applicants need at least one year of supervisory experience in a grocery, food specialty, kitchen, or similar environment, along with a passion for cooking and sharing produce knowledge. They must be able to lead and motivate a team, work in a fast-paced environment, stand for extended periods, repeatedly lift 25–50 pounds, and work varied shifts including evenings and at least one weekend day.

Benefits

• 20% Team Member Store Discount
• Employee Ownership Plan Opportunity
• Group Health and Dental Benefits
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Learning and Growth Opportunities

Listed skills

• Inventory Control · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Food safety · Preferred
• Multitasking · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred
• Cooking · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Production Supervision
• Team Leadership
• Food Production
• Cooking
• Food Safety
• Product Quality Control
• Production Workflow Management
• Recipe Adherence
• Equipment Maintenance
• Inventory Control
• Waste Reduction
• Product Rotation
• Organization
• Multitasking
• Customer Satisfaction

Job areas

• Food & Beverage
• Retail
• Management & Leadership

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