ASSISTANT PACKING MANAGER

Job Description & Requirements

Position Overview

We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented, and safety-conscious Packing Manager to oversee the packaging and dispatch operations within our high-volume central kitchen catering division. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end packing process-ensuring that all prepared meals, menu items, and catering equipment are accurately assembled, securely packaged, temperature-controlled, and dispatched on time for various events, corporate clients, and functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Operations Management: Supervise the daily workflow of the packing floor, ensuring seamless coordination between the kitchen production lines and dispatch logistics.

• Quality & Accuracy Control: Implement strict quality control checks to guarantee that all food items match the menu specifications, portion sizes, dietary requirements, and client orders before sealing.

• Hygiene & Safety Compliance: Maintain the highest standards of food safety (HACCP/ISO guidelines), personal hygiene, and workplace cleanliness within the packing area.

• Inventory & Equipment Oversight: Manage stock levels of packaging materials (boxes, containers, labels, cutlery, insulated bags) and coordinate equipment maintenance.

• Team Leadership: Train, schedule, mentor, and evaluate packing staff and crew members to maximize productivity and efficiency during peak catering hours.

• Logistics & Dispatch Coordination: Work closely with drivers and the logistics team to ensure loading is organized logically for delivery routes, minimizing transit damage and food spoilage.

Key Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in food packaging, warehouse management, or kitchen operations, specifically within catering, hospitality, or food manufacturing.

• Knowledge: Strong understanding of HACCP, food safety regulations, and temperature-sensitive food handling.

• Skills: Exceptional organizational and leadership skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment under tight deadlines.

• Tech Literacy: Familiarity with inventory management software and automated packing/labeling systems is a distinct advantage.

• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods and occasionally lift or move heavy catering supplies.

• Education: Diploma in Food Science, Supply Chain Management, Hospitality, or a related field is preferred.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package based on experience

• Quarterly incentives (base on sales performance)

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