Bakery Logistics Supervisor - Boston Bakery

Boston, Massachusetts
Full Time

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Required Years of Experience

2 years

Job Details

The Bakery Logistics Supervisor oversees all non-production functions in partnership with the Bakery Operations Manager. This includes, but is not limited to, food safety and sanitation, purchasing, logistics, inventory management, customer service, and compliance with company policies as well as local and government regulations. Additionally, the Bakery Logistics Supervisor supports the bakery leadership team on initiatives involving food safety, team member safety, new deployments, and operational initiatives.

Summary of Responsibilities

Maintains safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards (Local, State, and Federal) of the entire premise, including sharing responsibility for local and federal food inspections along with Department of Transportation guidelines
With support from the Bakery Operations Manager, assists in all non-production staffing in the bakery, including ensuring adequate staffing, onboarding, managing, developing, and growing all driver, sanitation, receiving, and maintenance team members
With the Bakery Operations Manager, oversees all purchasing, receiving, and inventory management of raw materials and other items necessary to run the bakery
Leads weekly inventory counting and assists in troubleshooting variances with the bakery leadership team
In partnership with the Bakery Operations Manager, assists with production and operational planning, including effectively and efficiently managing labor expenses and waste
Oversees logistics to and from cafes, maintains strong and effective relationships with all cafe managers, and provides prompt and regular customer service via phone, email, and in person
Ensures all vehicles are properly maintained and operate in compliance with state laws
Resolves issues raised by cafe management in a timely manner
In partnership with the Bakery Facilities & Equipment Technician and Facilities team, oversees all bakery repair and maintenance issues
Promotes, models, and maintains company culture and ensures all company policies are adhered to
Actively participates in management meetings to ensure effective and accurate communication of all relevant product and operational information
Maintains understanding of and follows crisis management procedures
Other duties as assigned

Working Conditions / Essential Functions

Able to stand for 8 hours per shift/day, 5 days a week
Able to lift, carry, and push 50 lbs regularly
Able to grasp and reach overhead
Ability to work flexible hours and days, including holidays and weekends

Qualifications & Experience
Required:

Licensed and able to drive delivery trucks as needed
Fluency in English, written and spoken

Preferred:

2+ years experience in a medium- to large-scale foodservice setting
Experience leading a driving, receiving, and/or sanitation team
Understanding and effective management of regulatory standards (e.g., OSHA, FDA inspections, Health Department, EPA, City and County Inspectors)
Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices
Experience implementing and maintaining quality systems and programs
Experience building and mentoring high-performing teams
Fluency in Spanish (written and spoken) highly preferred

Benefits & Perks