Commissary Manager - Full-time

About the Position

Kozak Ukrainian Food is hiring a full-time Commissary Manager for our Victoria Drive production location.

This is a hands-on management position responsible for overseeing daily operations of Bakery & Commissary Kitchen.

The Commissary Manager will lead the production teams, coordinate daily production plans, maintain product quality and consistency, manage labour and inventory.

We are looking for an experienced food-production leader who is organized, proactive and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate must be able to balance administrative responsibilities with an active presence on the production floor.

Location:
5077 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, BC V5P 3T9

Compensation: $55000-75000/year base

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: On-site

Schedule and Availability

Full availability is required.

Responsibilities

Production and Operations

• Oversee daily operations of the bakery and commissary kitchen
• Prepare and manage daily and weekly production plans
• Coordinate production
• Ensure products are prepared according to recipes
• Coordinate product labelling, storage and internal transfers
• Maintain consistent product quality
• Identify production delays, shortages and workflow problems
• Work directly with the team during busy production periods when needed

Team Leadership

• Lead, support and supervise bakery and commissary kitchen employees
• Assist with onboarding and training
• Prepare employee schedules
• Assign daily responsibilities and communicate production priorities
• Monitor employee performance, attendance and productivity
• Provide clear instructions, coaching and constructive feedback
• Maintain professional communication between production teams, managers

Inventory and Cost Control

• Monitor ingredient, and supply inventory
• Prepare and submit orders based on production requirements
• Maintain appropriate par levels and prevent product shortages
• Control food waste
• Monitor labour costs and schedule employees according to production needs

Food Safety and Facility Standards

• Ensure compliance with food-safety, sanitation and workplace-safety requirements
• Maintain proper food labelling, dating, cooling, storage and rotation procedures
• Ensure employees follow FIFO and standardized cleaning procedures
• Monitor refrigeration, freezer and food-holding temperatures
• Ensure production and storage areas are clean, organized and inspection-ready
• Report equipment problems and coordinate repairs when required
• Ensure employees use commercial kitchen and bakery equipment safely

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of supervisory or management experience in a commercial kitchen, bakery, commissary or food-production environment
• FOODSAFE Level 1
• Experience leading teams in a fast-paced, high-volume operation
• Strong understanding of production planning and workflow coordination
• Experience with employee scheduling, training and performance management
• Knowledge of inventory control, food costs, labour costs
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet production deadlines

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on relevant experience and demonstrated skills
• Consistent full-time employment
• Extended health benefits after three months for eligible full-time employees
• 50% employee discount on food and beverages
• On-site parking
• Opportunities for professional growth within a multi-location company
• Supportive, community-focused work environment

Who This Position Is Best For

This position is a good fit for someone who:

• Enjoys leading teams while remaining actively involved in daily operations
• Can organize production across multiple departments
• Communicates clearly and follows up consistently
• Notices problems early and takes initiative to resolve them
• Can balance quality, productivity, labour and food costs
• Remains calm and organized during busy production periods

Hiring Process

Please apply directly through Indeed with an updated resume.

Selected applicants will be contacted for an in-person interview.

Please apply only if you are available to attend an in-person interview.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• On-site parking

Experience:

• Food-production, kitchen or bakery management: 1 year required

Licence/Certification:

• FOODSAFE Level 1 required

Work Location: In person

Pay: $55,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Experience:

• managerial : 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Food Safety Certification (required)

Work Location: In person