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Home Chef

Executive Chef, Production

Lithia Springs, GA

$65K - $90K/yr

We are seeking a culinary production expert to lead kitchen operations for Home Chef's Ready to Heat brand, Tempo. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, an obsession with ...

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Executive Sous Chef

Eagle Pass, TX · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

Employer-paid benefits (100% for employee); relocation assistance available The Executive Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in leading all culinary operations for a casino restaurant in Eagle ...

Home Chef

Executive Chef, Production

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$68K - $94K/yr

We are seeking a culinary production expert to lead kitchen operations for Home Chef's Ready to Heat brand, Tempo. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, an obsession with ...

The Chef Agency

Chef De Cuisine

New York, NY · On-site

$72K - $99K/yr

Chef De Cuisine Location: NYC Salary: $110k-$120k Benefits: M/V/D + bonus, PTO Popular Restaurant ... Drive operational excellence by implementing and upholding quality and safety standards across all ...

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Chef De Cuisine

Washington, DC · On-site

$100K - $115K/yr

Lead all day-to-day culinary operations and ensure smooth, consistent service execution * Develop seasonal menus, recipes, specials, and plating standards in collaboration with the Executive Chef

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Chef De Cuisine

New York, NY

$120K - $125K/yr

Chef De Cuisine Location: NYC Salary: $110k-$120k Benefits: M/V/D + bonus, PTO Popular Restaurant ... Drive operational excellence by implementing and upholding quality and safety standards across all ...

the Chef Agency

Banquet Chef

Nashville, TN

$84K - $85K/yr

Yes Luxury Boutique Hotel is looking for a Banquet Chef to join their team. Qualifications ... Assisting other outlets and with hotel and banquet operations as needed

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Executive Chef

Ocean City, MD · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Qualifications: * 3-5+ years of Executive Chef and Butchering experience * Strong background in ... Experience leading high-volume kitchen operations while maintaining exceptional food quality and ...

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Executive Sous Chef

Detroit, MI

$70K - $78K/yr

... Chef will be responsible for oversight and management of all culinary ... operations for 4 star / 4 diamond hotel/casino Additionally: · Establish and maintain an ...

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Sous Chef

Tampa, FL · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

Qualifications * 2+ years of Sous Chef experience ... Upscale high volume operations experience a must * Strong leadership skills. * Culinary degree ...

Home Chef

Executive Chef, Production

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$68K - $94K/yr

We are seeking a culinary production expert to lead kitchen operations for Home Chef's Ready to Heat brand, Tempo. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, an obsession with ...

the Chef Agency

Executive Chef

Midland, MI · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

Requirements : * 5+ years of Executive Chef experience within upscale hotel operations. * Strong financial and analytical acumen, including menu costing, payroll management, budgeting, and inventory ...

the Chef Agency

Sous Chef-Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Dining Perks A high-volume upscale restaurant is seeking a Sous Chef to support daily kitchen operations. Qualifications: * 2+ years of Sous Chef or kitchen leadership ...

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Chef de Cuisine

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Yes Bonus: Yes High Volume, Persian Restaurant is looking to add a Chef de Cuisine to their team ... Oversee day to day operations of a high volume restaurant Work alongside team to train & develop ...

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Executive Sous Chef

Nantucket, MA

$72K - $80K/yr

Oversee kitchen operations * Work with the Executive Chef on menu development, including seasonal updates and specials Requirements: 3+ years of experience as a Sous Chef or higher in a high-volume ...

the Chef Agency

Banquet Sous Chef

Vero Beach, FL · On-site

$75K - $80K/yr

Banquet Sous Chef Salary: $80k Benefits: YES Bonus: YES Relo: Maybe Luxury private community in ... Oversee all Banquet operations across the property * Assist in Banquet service for events from 7 ...

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Executive Chef, Production

Lithia Springs, GA

Home Chef
Food Services and Drinking Places • 1 - 5K employees
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$65K - $90K/yr

Temporary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Oversee product quality in a mass production kitchen to ensure consistency, taste, appearance, and performance of meals.

  • Train, coach, and lead kitchen staff through preparation, cooking, and cooling processes, including developing training programs and professional development.

  • Coordinate with RTH production and R&D teams to implement new recipes, improve existing recipes, and ensure proper documentation and record keeping.

Home Chef rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are.

In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved.

Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We're eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef's offerings.

This is a temporary position, expected to last approximately 6 months with possibility to covert to a permanent role.

We are seeking a culinary production expert to lead kitchen operations for Home Chef's Ready to Heat brand, Tempo. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, an obsession with providing customers the highest-possible quality meals, and the ability to train and lead a team of associates to be able to consistently execute the culinary vision.

Detailed Responsibilities

Oversee product quality in a mass production kitchen

  • Validate consistent, premium taste, appearance, and performance of every meal leaving our high-volume kitchen
  • Implement and adhere to gold standards of food quality and food safety
  • Prepare weekly cook schedules and review/approve payroll in collaboration with HR
  • Consistently maintain standards of quality, cost, eye appeal, and flavor of foods
  • Check all processes before production time and inspect the presentation of food items to ensure quality standards are met
  • Coordinate with RTH production manager to ensure all ingredients are available when needed

Train and lead team members through the prep, cooking, and cooling processes

  • Train, coach, and develop sous chef staff, including weekly 1:1 sessions for their growth and development
  • Supervise, evaluate, and train employees, ensure sanitation and safety, menu planning, and related production activities
  • Develop training programs and provide professional development opportunities for all kitchen staff

Work with Corporate R&D chefs on ingredient and menu continuous improvement opportunities

  • Ensure the execution of new recipes, training and oversight of kitchen staff to implement new recipes, and collaborate with the R&D team to improve existing recipes
  • Attend weekly meetings with R&D chefs in order to give feedback on recipes or ingredient specifications
  • Review meal ratings weekly and assess areas for performance improvement

Documentation and Progress Tracking

  • Ensure proper documentation and record keeping of lot information, CCP's, sensory results, and yields
  • Sign off on Assembly Production Sheets, ensuring that meal plating is visually appealing
  • Ensure batches are properly recorded in Progress Tracker  

This position requires 5% travel.

Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or other characteristics needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

  • 6+ years' experience in a commissary kitchen and high-volume food preparation
  • High School Diploma or GED or related work experience
  • American Culinary Federation chef certification preferred
  • Fluent in Microsoft Office and Google Suite applications
  • Familiarity with USDA/FDA guidelines
  • Skills in planning, organizing, prioritizing, and executing projects and activities
  • Passion for helping people achieve their goals and improve themselves
  • Knowledge of HACCP, FSMA, SQF, and USDA regulations
More About Us
Perks and Benefits
  • Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order!
  • Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available
  • Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time
  • 401k program
  • Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses
How We Work Together

We are humble team players.
We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input.

We are pragmatic next-level thinkers.
We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking.

We take ownership.
We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals.

Be at Home at Home Chef

We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you'll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace.

We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.

Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at hr@homechef.com.

 

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