Chef de Cuisine

Fit Flavors is a leading meal preparation company committed to delivering healthy, convenient, and crave-worthy meals to the St. Louis community. Operating out of a large-scale industrial kitchen, the company prepares and packages over 4,000 meals daily, distributing them efficiently to both storefront locations and directly to customers' homes. Rooted deeply in Christian values, Fit Flavors is more than just a meal prep service—it is a faith-driven organization that prioritizes integrity, purpose, and service in all aspects of its business. This foundation shapes the company culture and its approach to customer and team member relationships.

As the company experiences steady growth, Fit Flavors seeks a dedicated and operationally minded Chef de Cuisine to join their high-volume culinary production team. This role is not a traditional restaurant chef position but demands a strong operational culinary leader capable of managing daily kitchen execution within a fast-paced, high-volume production environment. Culinary excellence acts as the cornerstone of Fit Flavors' business model, with high-quality food, consistency, and execution prioritized in every meal produced. The Chef de Cuisine will work closely alongside senior culinary leadership to ensure that production operates smoothly, quality standards remain rigorous, and execution is maintained at scale.

The Chef de Cuisine will be a hands-on leader, actively engaging with kitchen teams on the floor to support and streamline daily operations. This leadership role requires exceptional organization, accountability, urgency, and the ability to manage large teams without compromising the quality of the meals produced. Currently, the company produces an average of 5,000 meals daily, with plans to more than double that volume within the next two to three years. This growth trajectory offers the Chef de Cuisine a pivotal role in shaping the operational infrastructure and culinary standards that will support a rapidly expanding enterprise.

Key responsibilities include leading day-to-day production efforts, ensuring recipes and portioning standards are consistently met, managing sous chefs and hourly kitchen staff, and maintaining food quality, safety, and sanitation. The role also involves optimizing workflows, supporting labor efficiency, and addressing operational challenges in real time to guarantee smooth kitchen operations. The Chef de Cuisine will foster a culture of accountability and consistency among kitchen teams and act as a vital communication bridge between culinary and operational leadership.

This position offers a Monday through Friday schedule, reflecting a work culture that values balance without compromising productivity. The environment is fast-paced and team-oriented, requiring a leader who thrives on collaboration and continuous improvement. As Fit Flavors continues to expand its production capacity and culinary leadership, the Chef de Cuisine has significant long-term growth opportunities and the chance to influence the direction of an innovative and mission-driven company focused on operational excellence and high culinary standards.