Assistant Commissary Manager

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At Call Your Mother we believe that great food is made even better with amazing service and having fun together. CYM is a neighborhood bagel shop and deli with locations in the DC area and Denver, CO. We're looking for new team members with positive attitudes and an eagerness to learn who are as excited about good food & GOOD VIBES.

We’re hiring an Assistant Commissary Manager in Denver!

The Assistant Commissary Manager will be responsible for managing commissary operations including setting daily production numbers, packing, and inventory. This role will assist the Commissary Manager to create an efficient work environment and make sure all Commissary orders are fulfilled accurately and on time. You will be responsible for supporting high operational standards by continuing to hold yourself and your team members to the provided checklists, recipe specs, and other standardized tools.

As a CYM leader, you’ll make an impact by:

• Mentoring and developing your team
• Creating extraordinary moments for guests
• Contributing to our business with your ideas and feedback
• Supporting and lifting up our communities and neighborhoods

Your core responsibilities will be:

• Oversee the inventory of ingredients supplies needed for daily operations, ensuring stock levels are maintained, and reorders are placed on time to prevent shortages.
• Assist in overseeing food preparation according to recipes and quality standards, ensuring consistency and efficiency in production.
• Supervise and train kitchen and commissary staff on proper food preparation techniques, sanitation practices, and equipment handling, maintaining high standards of food safety.
• Ensure all commissary areas, including prep stations, storage rooms, and equipment, meet cleanliness and food safety standards, adhering to health department regulations.
• Ensure that all ingredients and supplies are prepared and packaged properly for both in-store and off-site orders, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in order completion.
• Track food waste, manage portion control, and assist in controlling costs by identifying opportunities to reduce waste, spoilage, and inefficiencies.
• Communicate with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely delivery of ingredients and supplies, address any issues regarding quality or delivery, and help negotiate pricing and contracts when applicable.
• Assist in maintaining accurate records of inventory, product usage, orders, and vendor transactions, providing regular reports to the Commissary Manager on stock levels, sales trends, and operational performance.

Company Core Values & Expectations:

• Vibrant - You are abundantly happy, fun, passionate, playful, and kind
• Integrity - You are honest, caring, real, and always strive to do the right thing and take pride in what you do
• Belonging - You will work as a team to make people feel welcome
• Energy - You are active, proactive, and work hard to make things happen
• Seize the Moment - You make the most of every guest opportunity by saying yes and by trying new things, and by being original

A day in the life of an Assistant Commissary Manager: 

• Work with team to complete daily prep list, communicating with PM team any discrepancies
• Receive, accept, and record daily deliveries of supplies from all vendors
• Manage inventory and variances, and waste reports at the Commissary
• Work with commissary manager and supply chain manager to ensure all shifts are appropriately staffed with team members and supplies
• Manage relations with techs and repair workers who must visit location during working hours
• Maintain clean kitchen areas, to include daily cleaning tasks and weekly deep cleaning tasks

You’ll be a great addition to the CYM team if you:

• Demonstrate some knowledge of kitchen and baking operations
• Exhibit the ability and desire to learn and improve in their position
• Exhibit leadership skills and ability to motivate a diverse team in a fast-paced environment
• Believe in a hands-on supervising style and be willing to lead by example
• Proficient written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient on computer software; can learn new software quickly.

• Food Safety Certification required (ServSafe Manager’s Certification)

Additional Requirements:

• A driver’s license and clean driving record
• Ability to work at both of our Denver commissary locations 
• Ability to lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work holidays and weekends
• Able to squat, bend, stoop, push and reach
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods
• Able to read, write and effectively communicate 
• Ability to have flexibility in schedule 
• Ability to get to and from all shops via transportation of choice in a timely manner 

You’ll love working at CYM because:

• Starting salary: $60,000 with 10% bonus opportunity
• We have a friendly, fun, and positive work environment, with a welcoming and supportive team, and opportunities to grow
• For full-time staff (30+ hours): a benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, and 401k, paid vacation, and paid parental leave
• Other staff benefits include, free Call Your Mother staff meals, free fitness and wellness classes, English/Spanish classes, team-building activities, and more

Prior hospitality experience is not required. We believe that the best individuals come with varied backgrounds and experiences. We value work ethic, problem-solving skills, teamwork, and a positive attitude more than anything else. By demonstrating these qualities there is opportunity to grow here!

We provide equal opportunities to everyone who works for us and every applicant. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We enthusiastically celebrate the diversity of our team and believe that talent, passion, and experience are the only relevant criteria for considering new team members