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Green Top Farms is a New York-based food service company specializing in farm-fresh meals for enterprise workplace dining and corporate catering. We partner with leading companies to deliver elevated daily dining and hospitality experiences, using seasonal ingredients and thoughtful operations to create consistent, high-quality service at scale.

Our mission is to build a more sustainable and equitable food system, starting by reconnecting consumers and local farmers. We believe the results of strengthening that connection are better nutrition, tastier food, greater social justice, and reduced environmental impacts. Our menus reflect this attention to bringing nutritious, delicious food to those who need it most. 

***Must be able to work in a refrigerated environment***

The Packaging Commis Chef plays a critical role in the final stage of meal production, ensuring that fresh, ready-to-eat meals are packaged accurately, safely, and efficiently for delivery. Working in a refrigerated environment, this role is responsible for maintaining food quality, following strict food safety standards, and executing packaging processes in alignment with production goals. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, reliable, and thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume setting. 

• Package ready-to-eat meals into trays and seal for delivery according to work orders
• Ensure accuracy of meal components, portioning, and labeling
• Maintain product quality, presentation, and consistency during packaging
• Work efficiently to meet daily production targets in a refrigerated environment

• Adhere to all company policies, GMPs, and food safety guidelines
• Maintain proper hygiene and safe food handling practices
• Ensure packaging processes meet safety and quality standards
• Handle ingredients and allergens according to food safety standards

• Maintain cooler and dry storage areas using FIFO (First In, First Out) principles
• Support proper storage, rotation, and handling of ingredients and finished goods
• Monitor product integrity during storage and staging

• Follow and execute Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) daily
• Assist in training on packaging procedures and workflows as needed
• Ensure consistency in processes across shifts

• Communicate clearly with team members and leadership
• Coordinate with production and cold line teams to ensure smooth workflow
• Maintain a positive, team-oriented attitude in a high-volume environment

• Ability to work in refrigerated rooms
• 1+ year of high-volume food production, packaging, or warehouse experience
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift 50+ lbs
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions

• NY Food Handler’s Certificate/Card
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Experience in commissary or large-scale food production kitchens

• Ensures accuracy in packaging, labeling, and portioning
• Meets production targets in a high-volume setting
• Maintains structured, clean, and efficient workspaces
• Collaborates effectively across departments
• Follows SOPs and maintains operational consistency

Title: Commis Chef

Location: East Williamsburg, Brooklyn Facility

Schedule: Monday–Friday & Sunday shifts available starting as early as 6am

Reports to: Executive Sous Chef

Compensation: $19/hr

• Medical insurance
• Sick leave
• Paid time off that increases with tenure
• 401(k)
• Daily family meal 
• Potential for bonuses through our Green Shares employee bonus program
• Eligibility and details subject to company policy

Green Top Farms is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, including the New York State Human Rights Law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for religious observances, in accordance with applicable laws.