What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Truck Operations Manager position at Potato Pit Stop?
Job Overview:
We are a growing, campus-based food trailer specializing in fried chicken and seasoned fries. We are seeking a hands-on Operations Manager (Single Unit) to run day-to-day operations, lead staff, and ensure consistent execution as the business launches and stabilizes. This role is designed for someone who wants real responsibility, operational ownership, and a clear path into a General Manager position as the business scales. You will work closely with ownership while operating independently on a daily basis and leading from the front during service.
Responsibilities:- Own day-to-day operations of the food trailer during service hours
- Ensure consistent food quality, speed of service, cleanliness, and compliance
- Lead, supervise, and train staff; set standards and hold team accountable
- Manage scheduling, labor efficiency, and shift coverage
- Oversee inventory, prep planning, ordering, and waste control
- Enforce food safety, health department, and ServSafe requirements
- Execute opening/closing procedures and daily operational checklists
- Identify operational issues and implement process improvements
- Communicate performance, staffing issues, and risks to ownership
- Not a corporate or multi-unit General Manager role
- Not an office-only or administrative position
- Not a passive supervisory role
- Not responsible for capital allocation or expansion decisions
- Initial title of Operations Manager (Single Unit)
- Opportunity to grow into a General Manager role as the business scales
- Promotion review after 6–12 months of consistent performance
- Title and compensation adjustment based on operational results
- Minimum of 2 years experience in food service operations, kitchen management, or shift leadership
- Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards
- Ability to lead and supervise a small team in a fast-paced environment
- Comfortable working hands-on during service
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Clear and professional communication skills
- Reliable, accountable, and detail-oriented
- ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain quickly
Salary : $50,000 - $60,000