Executive Sous Chef

Factor, a distinguished brand of HelloFresh, is a pioneer in delivering high-quality, nutritious meals designed to elevate the performance and lifestyle of its loyal customers. As part of HelloFresh, a globally recognized leader in meal kit delivery and food innovation, Factor specializes in crafting cuisine that caters to specific dietary needs, such as Paleo, Ketogenic, low/slow carb, and Mind Diets. The company operates a large-scale kitchen environment where meals are produced in significant volumes while maintaining the utmost standards of taste, presentation, and nutritional integrity throughout the entire production and delivery process.

Factor is currently seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead its kitchen operations. This pivotal role requires a culinary professional who blends creativity with precision and efficiency to oversee meal production and ensure product quality and food safety remain paramount at every stage. The Executive Sous Chef will be instrumental in delivering meals that not only satisfy the palate but also align with stringent health and nutrition standards essential for the well-being and peak performance of customers. This position is ideal for a leader who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and desires to make a tangible impact on the food supply chain through innovative culinary practices.

The Executive Sous Chef will oversee the execution of new recipes and continuous recipe improvements, providing training and oversight to kitchen staff. This role demands strong leadership skills to manage a diverse team throughout various production phases, including pre-operation setup, cooking, assembly, cooling, and packaging. Candidates must possess hands-on knowledge of regulatory standards such as HACCP, FSMA, SQF, and USDA regulations to uphold gold standards of food quality and safety. Attention to detail is critical to validate the consistent taste, appearance, and overall performance of every meal leaving the facility.

As a key member of the culinary leadership team, the Executive Sous Chef will implement process controls, address quality issues, and respond to consumer feedback to sustain excellence. This role also involves managing staffing schedules, controlling food and payroll costs, supervising evaluations and training, maintaining kitchen security, and ensuring optimal productivity. The ability to remain flexible and work in any kitchen station as needed is also essential to support the Executive Chef and keep operations running smoothly.

With a BS degree in Culinary Arts or similar qualifications and over five years of experience managing commissary kitchens, large restaurants, banquets, or catering operations, the ideal candidate will embody passion, curiosity, and optimism. They are data-driven, analytical, and capable of balancing big-picture strategy with tactical execution. Familiarity with specialized diets and lean six sigma methodologies is highly regarded in enhancing continuous improvement efforts.

Factor offers a competitive salary package, with an annual pay range from $119,000 to $138,800 USD. Employment benefits include a company 401K match that vests immediately, generous paid time off, flexible attendance policies, comprehensive health and wellness plans effective on the first day of employment, and up to an 85% discount on HelloFresh meal subscriptions. The work culture is inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic, fostering professional growth and supporting diversity through employee resource groups for various communities.

This comprehensive role is ideal for culinary professionals seeking to advance their career within a forward-thinking company that is revolutionizing the food industry by combining nutrition science with large-scale kitchen expertise to deliver excellence to customers nationwide.