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CookUnity

Warehouse Operations Manager

CookUnity, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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About CookUnity Food has lost its soul to modern convenience. And with it, it has lost the power to nourish, inspire, and connect us. In 2018, CookUnity was founded as the first‑of‑its‑kind platform that connects the world with the source of truly great food: chefs. Today, CookUnity delivers 50 million meals a year from the industry’s best chefs to homes all over the country. Fresh. Ready‑to‑eat. And crafted with the passion that nourishes body and soul.

Unwilling to stop there, CookUnity is expanding beyond delivery to become an ever‑innovating marketplace focused on our singular mission:

empower Chefs to nourish the world.

The Role As a Warehouse Operations Manager, you'll be responsible for managing the internal supply chain functions of our Facility. You will play a vital role in ensuring the day‑to‑day success of the operation across all functions of the day‑to‑day business at CookUnity. You'll be a team leader, driving efficiency, accuracy, and a positive workplace culture across a team of hardworking warehouse Supervisors and Associates. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who wants to take ownership of inventory accuracy and excellent customer service to internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Manage accuracy and compliance of ingredient and packaging receiving practices to ensure financial accuracy and operational efficiency.

Review site layouts to develop optimal storage and handling of ingredients and packaging.

Focus on the “Distribution Model” deployment across all categories (Protein, Produce, Dairy, Dry Goods, and Packaging) and Marketplaces.

Develop and ensure ongoing compliance with process for checking incoming shipments versus invoices and order sheets.

Train and develop team members to ensure they have the skills and resources required to manage operational needs.

Focus on continuous improvement across core functions including receiving, inventory counting, purchasing, quality assurance, ingredient distribution, and food safety compliance (HACCP).

Create and establish a food‑safety movement; implement and comply with best‑in‑class handling, receiving, and distribution practices by collaborating with the Food Safety Team.

Continuously oversee inventory to ensure optimal product levels.

Aid in development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to operate marketplace functions at highest efficiency.

Maintain excellent relationships with chef partners and work hand‑in‑hand with other departments across the CookUnity organization.

Understand Profit and Loss (P&L) statements, variance reports, and KPI metrics.

Oversee scheduling for the marketplace team according to labor budget.

Perform any other marketplace tasks based on business needs.

Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role managing receiving, shipping, inventory, and/or warehousing functions in a manufacturing or wholesale distribution facility (food industry preferred).

Minimum of 3 years of people‑management experience.

Strong understanding of HACCP and OSHA guidelines.

Experience in food procurement and extensive food knowledge.

Experience in inventory management.

Expert understanding of supply‑chain or inventory control software (ERP, MRP, WMS platforms such as SAP, NetSuite, Infor, etc.).

Highly organized, detail‑oriented.

Understanding of food safety and quality standards.

Ability to promote professional growth and development of the entire marketplace team.

Spanish language skills preferred.

Ability to travel 5–10% as needed to support other locations.

Benefits

Health Insurance coverage

⛱ PTO policy and paid sick days

Stock Options Plan granted on Day 1

Eligible for bi‑annual performance bonus

Family leave fully paid

Compassionate Leave: 3–5 days each time the need arises

Generous amount of CookUnity credits to enjoy meals, added to your account monthly

♀️ Wellness perks: access to fitness subsidies

Personalized Spanish coach

Opportunity to join a company changing how we eat and chefs work

️ 5‑year Sabbatical: 4‑week paid sabbatical after 5 years with CookUnity

Compensation Pay Range for this position: $62,562 – $75,000 USD.

Equal‑Opportunity Employment CookUnity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to creating a community of inclusion and an environment free from discrimination or harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability.

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