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AtCAVA Foodswe love what we do, and we manufacture every product to be as fulfilling as the last.At our manufacturing center we are looking for fanatics in food who take pride in our products and are ready to ensure every CAVA Restaurant and retail partner receives products that uphold the high-quality standards of our brand.
Our mission is to bring heart, health, and humanity to foodwe do that through hiring great people who care about our commitment to hospitality and generosity.
AtCAVA Foods, we produce food you can be proud of. And we employ people you want to grow with. Discover the right opportunity for you and flavor your future
We foster a culture built on five core values:
Generosity First,Always:We lead with kindness. Our best work happens when we act inserviceof others.
Constant Curiosity:We are eager to learn, grow, and explore beyond the obvious.
Act with Agility:We welcome change;it’sthe only constant. We embrace, adjust, adapt.
Passion for Positivity:We greet each day with warmth andpossibility.
Collective Ambition:We have high aspirations that are achieved when we work together with a shared purpose.
Love the food at our restaurants?CAVA Foods team members enjoy aRestaurant Meal Benefit that provides free and discounted meals every day of the week.
Title:Bilingual Assistant Production Manager
The AssistantProduction Manager serves as a key leader on the production floor, acting as the primary resource for frontline team members and a direct link to plant leadership. This role supports day-to-day operations across production departments, communicating clearly in both Spanish & EnglishIngredient Prep, Batching, Filling, and Packagingensuring adherence to schedules, qualitystandardsand safety protocols. The Assistant Production Manager is a hands-on leader who answers frequent team member questions, resolves issues quickly, and drives alignment with production and company goals.In addition, this role provides English/ Spanish translation and interpretation support as needed.
WhatYou’llDo:
Lead & Support Production Operations
Serve as the go-to resource for frontline associates, providing guidance on processes, troubleshooting, and daily priorities.
Assistin coordinating production activities across departments to meet schedules and uphold quality and safety standards.
Communicate effectively with the Assistant Plant Manager and Production Supervisors to ensure smooth operations andtimelyissue resolution.
Monitor production flow and escalate concerns promptly to minimize downtime andmaintainefficiency.
Participate in daily shifthuddlesto reinforce priorities and share updates.
Support coordination of maintenance and sanitation activities
Ensure Food Safety & Quality
Uphold Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and ensure compliance with food safety protocols.
Support FSQA initiatives by monitoring process controls and documentation accuracy.
Immediately address and escalate any deviations, quality issues, or non-conformances.
Drive Team Engagement
Foster a positive, collaborative, and safety-first culture on the production floor.
Provide informal coaching and feedback to team members to encourage growth and accountability.
Model CAVA’s mission, values, and leadership behaviors.
Continuous Improvement
Identifyopportunities to reduce waste, improve yields, andoptimizelabor efficiency.
Support implementation of new processes and equipment to enhance productivity.
Analize downtime, yields, and labor data toidentifyimprovement opportunities.
The Qualifications:
Education:High school diplomarequired; Associate’s orBachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Food Science, or related field preferred.
Leadership:Ability to lead by example, answer questions, andmaintainteam alignment in a fast-paced environment.
Technical Knowledge:Familiarity with food manufacturing processes and safety standards.
Food Safety Knowledge:Understanding ofHACCP, GMPs, and regulatory compliance.
Soft Skills:Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Physical Requirements:
Physical dexterity, ability tolift upto 45lbsand push/pull rolling bowls, carts, and containers with up to 550lbsof product.
The ability to work in varied environmental conditions (dry, cold)
The ability to stand and work on feet for 8 to 10 hours at a time
Must be able toidentify,assessandobservedetail
Ability to communicate with others and exchange information accurately and effectively.
Ability to squat, kneel, bend and twist
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner
Allergens: We prepare products with milk and sesamecontainingingredients.Team members must be able to work with these ingredients.
What we offer:
Competitivesalary,plus bonus and long-term incentives*
Early Wage Access!
Six (6) paid holidays annually
Paid sick leave
Vacation accrual beginning at 3rdmonth