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Executive Sous Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $88,300.00 - $99,350.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Flexible
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Benefits

competitive hourly rate
401k Match
Team bonus opportunities
generous PTO
Flexible attendance policy
Comprehensive health benefits
wellness benefits
Meal subscription discounts
Employee Resource Groups
inclusive work environment

Job Description

Factor_, a brand under HelloFresh, is a leading culinary production company focused on delivering high-quality, nutritious meal solutions to customers. As an innovative player in the meal delivery industry, Factor_ specializes in creating chef-prepared meals that marry convenience with exceptional taste and nutrition. The company is committed to providing customers with meals that not only satisfy taste buds but also support optimal health and performance through well-balanced, scientifically-informed recipes. Factor_ operates a high-volume kitchen environment where culinary excellence meets mass production, maintaining strict standards of food quality and safety throughout the meal preparation and delivery process.

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Job Requirements

  • BS degree in Culinary Arts or similar qualifications
  • 5+ years experience running a commissary or large restaurant/banquet/catering
  • Familiarity with USDA/FDA guidelines
  • Strong understanding of the Paleo Diet, Ketogenic Diet, low/slow carb and Mind Diet
  • Skilled at planning, organizing, prioritizing, and executing projects and activities
  • Lean six sigma experience a plus
  • Passionate about helping people achieve their goals and improve themselves

Job Qualifications

  • BS degree in Culinary Arts or similar qualifications
  • 5+ years experience running a commissary or large restaurant/banquet/catering
  • Familiarity with USDA/FDA guidelines
  • Strong understanding of the Paleo, Ketogenic, low/slow carb and Mind Diets
  • Skilled at planning, organizing, prioritizing, and executing projects and activities
  • Lean six sigma experience a plus
  • Passionate about helping people improve themselves
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Passion for staying current on nutrition science
  • Data-driven and analytical thinker
  • Able to add structure to ambiguous situations
  • Self-starter with high degree of excellence

Job Duties

  • Oversee product quality and food safety in a mass production kitchen
  • Ensure the execution of new recipes and train kitchen staff on implementation
  • Develop and implement process controls in the kitchen environment
  • Validate consistent, premium taste, appearance and performance of every meal
  • Train and lead team members in production including pre-op, cooking, assembly, and cooling
  • Implement and adhere to gold standards of food quality and safety
  • Leverage hands-on knowledge of HACCP, FSMA, SQF, and USDA regulations
  • Continuously improve product quality and process steps with Corporate Executive Chef and R&D chefs
  • Address and resolve product quality issues and customer complaints
  • Supervise food production personnel and assist with production tasks
  • Ensure quality and cost standards are met
  • Manage staffing for maximum productivity and control food and payroll costs
  • Prepare weekly cook schedules and assist with payroll in coordination with HR
  • Supervise, evaluate, and train employees
  • Maintain sanitation, safety, and menu planning
  • Provide professional development opportunities for kitchen staff
  • Maintain security of kitchen, equipment, food, and inventories
  • Assume complete charge of the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef
  • Oversee all aspects of food preparation
  • Work any station as assigned
  • Maintain quality, cost, eye appeal, and flavor standards
  • Submit maintenance and repair requests
  • Coordinate production timing and inspect food presentation

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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