SALES MANAGER
Caribbean Food Delights (CFD) – Leading the Frozen Jamaican Food Industry
Caribbean Food Delights (CFD) is the largest manufacturer of Jamaican Style Patties in the U.S.—beef, chicken, and vegetable—distributed nationwide through major retailers, club stores, and foodservice channels. Our state-of-the-art, SQF-certified facility powers a brand recognized for quality, innovation, and growth.
We’re seeking a driven, strategic, and results-focused Sales Manager to lead our sales team and accelerate our footprint in retail, club, and foodservice. If you’re a proven closer with a passion for building relationships, driving market share, and leading teams to success, this is your chance to make a big impact.
What You’ll Do
- Lead Sales Strategy: Develop and execute short- and long-term sales plans to hit aggressive growth targets across retail, club, and foodservice.
- Drive Revenue: Oversee all phases of sales, from lead generation to closing deals with national and regional accounts.
- Buyer & Customer Engagement: Build strong relationships with buyers, category managers, and distributors to expand placement and maximize sales opportunities.
- Sales Leadership: Manage and mentor a sales team and external broker network, fostering accountability, performance, and results.
- Budget & Forecasting: Own sales budgets, forecasting, and reporting; deliver accurate projections and ensure ROI-driven decisions.
- Market Expansion: Identify new sales channels, demographics, and promotional opportunities to strengthen CFD’s market leadership.
- Brand Representation: Represent CFD at trade shows, industry events, and customer meetings, showcasing our products and expanding visibility.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with marketing, operations, and leadership to align sales strategies with company objectives.
What You Bring
- Proven Track Record: 5–7 years in sales, with at least 3–5 years in a Sales Manager role, consistently delivering growth.
- Industry Experience: Background in the food industry—preferably specialty frozen, retail grocery, club stores, or foodservice.
- Leadership: Experience leading high-performing sales teams and managing broker networks.
- Relationship Builder: Strong negotiation skills with proven success meeting with buyers/category managers and closing national/regional deals.
- Strategic Thinker: Ability to develop innovative sales initiatives, product positioning, and pricing strategies that win market share.
- Tech Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and sales reporting tools.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, Business, or equivalent.
Why Join CFD?
- Be part of a market leader with a fast-growing, highly recognizable brand.
- Competitive pay ($115K p/y - $120k p/y base) + comprehensive benefits package.
- A collaborative, entrepreneurial culture where your impact is felt daily.
Apply Now
Email your resume to: resumes@cfdnyinc.com
Fax: 845-398-3001
(No phone calls. No relocation assistance available.)
Caribbean Food Delights is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to disability or protected veteran status
DRIVER
Caribbean Food Delights (CFD), a privately owned & operated company, is the leading manufacturer of Jamaican Style Patties: beef, chicken and vegetable. This state-of-the-art facility is SQF certified. We are looking for/seeking a reliable, dependable Driver with a clean driving record to join the team in our Shipping/Receiving/Logistics department. Job responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Transport goods between company facilities and locations, using company vehicle
- Move trailers within the Tappan facility, for efficient loading and unloading of pallets
- Load and unload trailers using the forklift or electric pallet jacks, as required
- Transport raw materials (boxed items) from one location to another, ensuring safe and timely delivery
- Complete over the road deliveries, including pick-ups of additional materials from designated locations
- Inspect vehicle and equipment before and after trips to ensure safety and compliance; report any issues to the manager; maintain vehicle cleanliness
- Maintain accurate delivery logs and communicate, effectively, with dispatch and warehouse teams
- Follow all DOT regulations and company safety protocols
- Perform any other related duties, as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONSEXPERIENCE/SKILLS:
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum (3) years driving experience
Valid CDL Class A license; clean driving record
Experience operating forklift and/or pallet jack
Ability to handle physical tasks – loading/unloading when necessary
Strong understanding of transportation safety standards and DOT regulations
Excellent time management
Good communication (verbal/written, in English) and interpersonal skills
Familiarity with GPS devices and navigation apps.
Pay range $28.00 - $29.00 p/h + benefits. EOE; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their “disability” or “protected veteran status.” Please fax resume to: 845-398-3001 or e-mail to: resumes@cfdnyinc.com. No phone calls, no relocation offer, must be eligible to work in the USA.
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
Caribbean Food Delights (CFD) -Leading the Frozen Jamaican Food Industry
Caribbean Food Delights (CFD is the largest manufacturer of Jamaican Style Patties in the US -beef, chicken and vegetable- distributed nationwide through major retailers, club stores and foodservice channels. Our state-of the-art, SQF certified facility, powers a brand recognized for quality, innovation and growth. We are seeking a hands-on, results focused Production Supervisor and team player, with minimum three (3) years of related work experience in Food Production, to assist in the day to day efficient management and supervision of the plant’s production processes and employees, for the first shift.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:
- Supervise and participate in all phases of production, i.e., pre-operation, make-up, packaging and preparation for the cleaning process, as necessary; move from area to area to ensure that all work in progress and the various processes are being carried out efficiently.
- Ensure that HACCP, GMPs and other food safety practices are being followed, daily
- Maintain appropriate plant sanitation, safe working conditions and proper food handling practices and procedures in the plant; ensure that all plant equipment is properly washed, sanitized and ready for each day’s production.
- Check and verify machine controls for accuracy and performance, daily.
- Interact with mechanics to ensure that all equipment are in proper working condition at all times and schedule necessary repairs.
- Set up working systems which minimize the loss of packaging materials during the production process.
- Supervise production staff; assist in training and motivating employees, as required.
- Communicate with peers and/or senior management regarding major production decisions.
- Perform any other related duties.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate’s Degree or Certificate in Food Service Management, Food Science or equivalent
3-5 years’ experience in USDA facility
Knowledge of SQF, GMPs, HACCP, SOP, SSOP, Pest Control Programs, USDA & FDA regulations
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and data entry software
Good communication and customer service skills.
Pay range: $64K - $68k + attractive benefits. EOE; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their “disability” or “protected veteran status.” Please fax resumes to: 845-398-3001 or e-mail to: resumes@cfdnyinc.com. No relocation offer, no phone calls.
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ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST
Caribbean Food Delights (CFD), a privately owned & operated company, is the leading manufacturer of Jamaican Style Patties: beef, chicken and vegetable. This state-of-the-art facility is SQF certified. We are looking for/seeking a motivated, results-driven, Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team. Job responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
An Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for managing a company's financial obligations to vendors by accurately processing invoices, verifying purchase orders, reconciling discrepancies, preparing payments, and maintaining detailed records to ensure timely and correct payments to suppliers, while also monitoring expenses and optimizing cash flow.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process invoices daily, carefully reviewing all pertinent information (purchase orders, receipts, reports, packing slips, etc.) to verify information, prior to the issue of payment.
- Contact vendors to resolve invoice issues, request missing information, or negotiate payment terms.
- Process monthly commissions for CFD Brokers, making applicable deductions.
- Prepare check runs weekly for CFD and RCB.
- Reconcile, on a regular basis, vendor accounts payable balances to ensure accuracy and identify potential issues.
- Investigate and reconcile any unknown deductions and file claims with our customers and vendors.
- Reconcile inter-company accounts as required.
- Generate and analyze reports on accounts payable activity, including aging reports and outstanding balances.
- Review and analyze all credit cards to ensure accuracy.
- Maintain accurate and organized invoices, purchase orders, and payment records.
- Monitor daily accounts payable mail (electronically and regular mail).
- Maintain relevant accounting files and records, consistently.
- Perform any other related duties for Caribbean Food Delights and the related companies as assigned and unilaterally determined by Caribbean Food Delights.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate Degree in Accounting or equivalent
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Quickbooks, Sage, MAS500 or equivalent
Minimum three (3) years related work experience
Strong math, analytical and data entry skills
Ability to operate standard office equipment – computer, facsimile machine, photocopier, calculator, multi-line telephone system, etc.
Salary range $60K-$68K + benefits. EOE; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their “disability” or “protected veteran status.” Please fax resume to: 845-398-3001 or e-mail to: resumes@cfdnyinc.com. No phone calls, no relocation offer, must be eligible to work in the USA.
FOOD TECHNOLOGIST- 2nd SHIFT
Frozen food manufacturer located in Tappan, Rockland County, NY, seeks immediately, a Food Technologist with minimum 3 years related work experience for a second shift, to assist with the performance of prescribed quality control tests, maintain corresponding records and create associated certification and/or control charts for raw materials, products and related processes.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:
- Enforce HACCP, GMPs and Safety standards throughout the facility to ensure compliance.
- Perform routine facility walkthroughs and communicate findings with Quality Control Manager
- Perform Pre-operational, operational and post operational checks
- Conduct and participate in internal and third party audits.
- Review daily prerequisite food safety and quality control records
- Follow and improve quality control SOP’s and prerequisite programs
- Oversee all aspects of sanitation as per the Master Sanitation Schedule and ensure that tasks are effectively completed
- Report quality problems or findings to Quality Control Manager and follows up to ensure that corrective action has/will take place
- Assess the product specifications and test them with customer requirements.
- Maintain a comprehensive understanding of all products manufactured by the plant as well as the raw materials, packaging materials, and operations required in the manufacturing process including quality specifications and standards.
- Assists and/or train production employee on work, food safety and quality procedures as required.
- Performs verification on of HACCP records, prerequisite records, other relating to food safety quality control program.
- Monitor and approve supplier performance
- Handle ATP and allergen control testing
- Review labels and raw materials, routinely.
- Supervise line checkers and QC assistant to ensure timely checks and tests are being done accurately.
- Ensure product compliance with regulatory agencies and ensure that the company is adhering to quality standards; guide production staff about quality standards.
- Leads and/or participates in quality audits of the plant.
- Maintain, update and control accurate documentation of all records.
- Ensure that the calibration of all testing instruments are accurate and meet company standards.
- Investigate and resolve customer complaints.
- Work on special projects.
- Participate in/or initiate Mock Recall.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Food Technology, Food Science or equivalent
Minimum 3 years experience in USDA facility
Knowledge of SQF, GMPs, HACCP, SOP, SSOP, Pest Control Programs, USDA & FDA regulations
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and data entry software
Good communication and customer service skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR POSITION WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:
Frequent walking, bending, reaching, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds; prolonged standing; frequent verbal communication; frequent and repetitive keyboarding motion. Ability to operate standard office equipment – computer, facsimile machine, photocopier, calculator, multi-line telephone system, etc.
Pay range $65k - $70k + benefits. EOE; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their “disability” or “protected veteran status.” Please fax resumes to: 845-398-3001 or e-mail to: resumes@cfdnyinc.com. No relocation offer, no phone call. Must be eligible to work in the USA.
PRODUCTION LINE CHECKER
Department: Production & Quality Control
Reports to: Production & Quality Control Manager
Type of position: Full-time
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Quality Control Manager and the Production Manager, this position is responsible for ensuring that the items that are produced on a daily basis, adhere to an established quality standard.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Check lot code, packaging, label for each line prior to the start of production. Report any necessary corrections to QC and Production Manager prior to the start of packaging; when line starts, verify again, code printed in inner and outer cartons notify Production & QC Manager (or their representatives) if outer code is incorrect.
- Check products – raw and baked net weight, every hour, record and inform supervisor if they are off specification.
- Check product filling weight every hour, record and inform QC/Production Line Operator of any discrepancies.
- Check Fat percentage at least 3 times per day, record and if not in acceptable range, inform machine operator.
- Check dough temperature from mixer and shortening temperatures per batch, record and inform supervisor of any discrepancies.
- Check finished product packaged weight, box seal, paper seal and coding every hour, record and inform QC.
- Inspect finished product quality for appearance, record and inform operator if product needs to be adjusted.
- Monitor CCP for Kettle chilling and baking as per batch, record and report any discrepancies to QC.
- Monitor CCP for Spiral/Tunnel Oven baking and Spiral chilling hourly and report any unusual activity to QC.
- Report to QC if product is out of specs or any deviation in HACCP CCP.
- Check cleanliness of equipment, along with production staff, at the end of the day; take corrective action.
- Check sanitizer concentration at the end of the day, record and report if out of specification.
- Check flour tailings at end of day, record and report anything that is out of specification.
- Check knife reconciliation at the end of the day, record and report any missing or damaged knives.
- Perform any other related duties for Caribbean Food Delights and or any of the related companies as assigned and as unilaterally determined by Caribbean Food Delights.
CRITICAL POSITION BEHAVIORS:
Multi-tasking – Handles conflicting priorities and meet deadlines. Effectively respond to pressure or crisis situations.
Customer Service – Approachable, friendly and courteous in responding to inquiries and requests.
Detail Oriented – Thoroughly and accurately completes a task.
Safety & Security- Promotes and personally observe the safety and security of equipment and products.
Interpersonal – Interacts comfortably with individuals of varied backgrounds and organizations.
Communication – Good verbal and written skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR POSITION WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:
Frequent walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds; prolonged standing; frequent verbal communication.
QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Minimum one (1) year work related experience
Good communication and customer service skills
THIS JOB DESCRIPTION CAN BE UNILATERALLY MODIFIED BY CARIBBEAN FOOD DELIGHTS, AT ANY TIME WITH OR WITHOUT NOTICE AND IS EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY.
SHIPPING & RECEIVING ASSISTANT DISPATCHER
Caribbean Food Delights (CFD) a privately owned company, located in Tappan, Rockland County, NY, is the leading manufacturer of Jamaican Style Patties: beef, chicken and vegetable. This state-of -the-art facility, is SQF certified. We are looking for a hands-on Shipping/Receiving/Warehouse/Inventory Assistant Manager with 3-5 years of related work experience, to assist in overseeing the Shipping/Receiving/Warehouse and Freezer Inventory control activities, including cycle count; will be also responsible for the accurate receipt of incoming orders and the accurate disbursement of orders as per purchase order agreement. Lead, train and supervise employees in the department.
Prepare & load merchandise on to trucks.
Receive, inspect and accept inbound freight orders, store orders.
Record lot numbers for outgoing shipments and track shipments
Supply the production department with raw materials
Wrap and remove finished products from production floor and store in freezer
Conduct freezer and warehouse inventory
2 - 4 years similar experience using forklift
High School Diploma
Good math (add and subtract) and communication skills
Computer knowledge
Good interpersonal skills
Must have freezer experience 2 - 4 years
Must be forklift trained -Stand-up lift preferably.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their "disability or "protected veteran status."
Benefit Conditions:
Waiting period may apply
Only full-time employees eligible
Work Hours:
5:00 am - 2:00 pm
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Work Days:
Tuesday – Saturday
Job Type: Full-time 8-hour shift
Salary: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Product management: 3 years (Required)
- Shipping & receiving: 5 years (Required)
- Inventory control: 2 years (Required)
- Picking & packing: 3 years (Required)
- Freezer: 3 years (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
License/Certification:
- Forklift Certification (Required)
- Pallet Jack Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Caribbean Food Delights (CFD), a privately owned & operated company, is the leading manufacturer of Jamaican Style Patties: beef, chicken and vegetable. Our state-of-the-art facility is SQF certified. We are seeking a motivated, results-driven, Marketing Manager, to join our team. Job responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Develop and implement strategic marketing and promotional plans and forecasts to achieve corporate business goals and objectives for products and services.
- Lead and supervise the workflow of other team members in the department.
- Participate in the research and development of new
- Work closely with the R&D department on the modification of existing products and termination of ineffective products.
- Gather and analyze customer feedback.
- Plan and conduct market research as well as focus groups to gather feedback on new product concepts and existing products.
- Establish and maintain a unique product voice throughout all product lines and promotional materials.
- Outline and manage the marketing department’s annual budget; monitor and track costs to deliver on budget.
- Plan and oversee advertising and promotional activities, including print, electronic and digital media.
- Perform media buys required to promote companies' products and
- Define and manage digital marketing for all brands, ie., social media, e-mail/sms, website.
- Work with Senior Sales Manager to drive the sales function by cultivating relationships and executing the company's sales strategies.
- Monitor the competition including marketing activities on a regular
- Establish and maintain relationships with select industry
- Supervise, review and approve all corporate sponsorships and donation requests.
- Represent the company at trade shows, trade association meetings, , to promote products.
- Interact with other departments and key personnel to ensure that all marketing goals and objectives are realized.
- Perform other job-related duties for Caribbean Food Delights and/or any of the related companies, as assigned and as unilaterally determined by Caribbean Food Delights.
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing
- Minimum five (5) to seven (7) years related work experience
- Knowledge of Digital and New Media including Email marketing
- Deep understanding of social media platforms including but not limited to Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tox and X
- Experience working with creative design software Photoshop or creative design platform, Canva is required
- Highly proficient in Office 365: Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Strong management, organizational and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects/priorities, simultaneously.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:
Frequent walking, bending, reaching, stooping, climbing, lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds; frequent driving; frequent verbal communication; prolonged standing at times. Ability to travel up to 40% of the time. Ability to operate standard office equipment – computer (navigating internet/keyboarding), facsimile machine, photocopier, calculator, multi-line telephone system, etc.
Pay range $90k - $120k + benefits. EOE; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their “disability” or “protected veteran status.” Please fax resumes to: 845-398-3001 or e-mail to: resumes@cfdnyinc.com. No relocation offer, no phone call. Must be eligible to work in the USA.