Production Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Join our team and help prepare nutritious meals that make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients. As a Production Associate, you'll work alongside our production teams to prepare, portion, and assemble meals while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, quality, and consistency. This hands-on role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced kitchen environment and takes pride in producing quality food.

• Prepare ingredients and assist with cooking medically tailored meals.
• Portion and assemble meals according to standardized recipes and dietary requirements on an assembly line.
• Inspect meals throughout production to ensure quality, consistency, and accuracy.
• Maintain proper food temperatures and follow food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Keep workstations, equipment, and production areas clean and organized.
• Collaborate with the packaging and warehouse teams to meet daily production goals.
Qualifications:
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred or willingness to work in a bilingual environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds throughout the workday.
• Ability to stand in a singular position for multiple hours.
• Ability to work in refrigerated environments, including temperatures as low as 7&degree;F.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Dependable with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Production or kitchen experience is preferred but not required.
Wages, Hours, and Benefits:
• Monday through Friday 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM
• Starting Wage $16.00/hour
• Paid Breaks and Lunch with one at no cost meal
• Vacation and Sick time accumulation
• Thanksgiving and Christmas off paid
• IHCRA Eligible
Why Join Us?

At Chef for Hire, every meal we prepare supports someone on their journey to better health. As a Production Associate, you'll be part of a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality, medically tailored meals to individuals across Indiana. If you're looking for meaningful work where your efforts have a direct impact on the community, we'd love to have you join our team.