Food Production Team Leader

Industry: Hourly Front Line

Company: Bento Sushi

FOOD PRODUCTION TEAM LEADER

Join Team Bento and be a part of our group of companies which operates more than 5600 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:

• Rhode Island Food Factory – 263 Jenckes Hill Rd, Lincoln, Rhode Island 02865 | Shift start:5:00am.

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.

• Maintain food supplies and calculate ingredients needed from the fridge and conduct daily production record
• Assign duties to production teammates
• Ensure the production areas are cleaned and ready for use at all time
• Check food quality according to the Bento’s standards
• Take corrective record according to product’s quality
• Coach teammates on all operating standards including food safety and quality control

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma
• 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/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: Reap the benefits of a comprehensive compensation package with a bonus plan, 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 and Inclusion: We proudly celebrate and champion employment equity, diversity, and inclusion through our Affinity Committee, ensuring that every voice is empowered and heard.
• Lead the Sustainability Revolution: As part of our commitment to ESG, our Sustainability Committee drives our environmental initiatives and champions sustainable practices.

For more information about Bento 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.

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