Home Chef jobs in Chicago, IL - 22 jobs

Job Description Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are. In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved. Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We're eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef's offerings. Currently hiring to start 9/23 or 9/25 orientation dates. Orientation begins promptly at 7:45am. Facility is located at 6901 W 65th St, Bedford Park, IL 60638 This role follows a 2nd shift schedule, working from 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM, with designated days off on Saturday and Sunday. Responsible for performing tasks according to standard operating procedures (SOP) and best practices (BP). Some tasks include but not limited to, label assigned packaging, portioning ingredients to their appropriate measurements and meal bagging correct quantities as given by Line Lead and/or Team Lead. Detailed Responsibilities RTH Helper Responsibilities Must be able to work in a fast paced work environment and reach daily goals given to by Supervisor. Must be detail oriented and maintain a clean workspace. Must follow GMP and PPE standards as required in the RTE and RTH area such as; safety goggles, blue aprons and white plastic sleeves, captive footwear. Must report any damages, missing parts or foreign materials immediately to FSQA / Leadership. Must follow all recipes and instructions to create compound ingredients in correct proportions. Bring up improvement ideas to RTH leadership and continuously work to improve! When not assisting with RTH specific tasks, associate is required to execute normal production functions / tasks or as assigned. Labeling, Portioning, & Meal Bagging Must be able to receive direction from Supervisor, Line Lead and/or Team Lead to fulfill production requirements Must label packaging at the standard average rate Must know how to use proper measuring utensils to portion ingredients Must have strong attention to detail while picking ingredients in the meal bagging/kitting process Ability to transition between tasks when needed Shipping Must work at a fast pace with strong attention to detail Ability to work as a team to reach shipping goals GMP Required to follow all GMPs while onsite at the facilities Must keep work area clean at all times and assist in EOD clean ups General Responsibilities Follow the facility GMPs and help enforce them throughout the facility Support the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system (SQF) and quality programs Adheres to all safety guidelines (i.e. proper lifting techniques) Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. HS Diploma preferred but not required 6+ months of production/warehouse environment preferred Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and with others as a team More About Us Perks and benefits Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order! Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time 401k program Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses How We Work Together We are humble team players. We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input. We are pragmatic next-level thinkers. We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking. We take ownership. We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals. Be at Home at Home Chef We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you'll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace. We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at ***************. Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off. Illinois Pay Range$17.75-$17.75 USD To view the California Applicant Notice click here

Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are. In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved. Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We're eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef's offerings. The Food Labeling Specialist is responsible for managing the end-to-end regulatory labeling lifecycle for Home Chef's ecommerce, and Ready-to-Heat (RTH) products. This role owns the development, verification, and continuous improvement of food labeling operations - including ingredient validation, allergen review, nutritional analysis, claims verification, and packaging approvals. As a member of the FSQA Product Team, the Food Labeling Specialist collaborates cross-functionally with Culinary, NPD, Tech, Legal, Procurement, Production, and Operations Excellence to ensure all labels meet U.S. regulatory requirements while also supporting innovation, speed to market, and customer trust. This role balances operational execution with strategic leadership by driving labeling compliance, maintaining labeling systems, and leading cross-functional initiatives to streamline processes and improve data integrity. Detailed Responsibilities Labeling Ownership & Compliance Execution Lead weekly label review cycles, ensuring all ecommerce and retail products meet FDA and USDA requirements prior to print or publication Own allergen declaration and ingredient accuracy across all consumer-facing labels and ecommerce meal bag tags Approve final label artwork for regulatory accuracy (principal display panel, nutrition facts, ingredient statement, claims, etc.) Collaborate on vendor-supplied labels and private-label co-packing scenarios to validate compliance Provide guidance to partners regarding naming conventions, standard of identity, font size, and layout Labeling System & Specification Management Maintain internal databases with accurate regulatory information from manufacturers (e.g., allergens, nutritional content, shelf life, storage temperature) Partner with Culinary, NPD, and Procurement to resolve discrepancies and gather missing documentation Use labeling software (e.g., TraceGains, Genesis) to manage project workflows and recordkeeping Ensure records are accessible, complete, and audit-ready Cross-Functional Partnership Act as the FSQA Labeling SME for cross-functional projects involving new product launches, ingredient changes, supplier transitions, and packaging innovation Facilitate weekly packaging and artwork meetings with Legal, Culinary, NPD, and Design to align on timelines and risks Work with Production and Operations teams to ensure label accuracy at manufacturing sites Continuous Improvement Leadership Identify and lead process improvement opportunities in labeling workflows (e.g., digitization, auto-flagging, vendor integration) Author and maintain SOPs and work instructions for labeling processes Deliver training to cross-functional teams on labeling rules, claims usage, and regulatory updates Track and report on KPIs related to label review cycle time, issue recurrence, and accuracy General Responsibilities Ensure Home Chef labels and packaging meet FDA and USDA requirements Supports New Product Development team with regulatory labeling compliance reviews Support miscellaneous food safety labeling + regulatory activities Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. B.S. in Food Science/Nutrition, Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance, or related field Minimum 1-2 years of experience in consumer package label compliance, food science, food product development and/or food quality assurance Working knowledge and ability to comprehend and interpret FDA and USDA label regulations Demonstrate experience in continuous improvement project planning and execution Must be detail oriented and active problem-solving skills Effective written and oral communication skills for non-regulatory audiences Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks/priorities and follow through on project implementation Willing to travel up to 10% of the time More About Us Perks and benefits Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order! Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time 401k program Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses How We Work Together We are humble team players. We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input. We are pragmatic next-level thinkers. We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking. We take ownership. We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals. Be at Home at Home Chef We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you'll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace. We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at ***************. Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off. Illinois Pay Range $60,000 - $70,000 USD To view the California Applicant Notice click here

Job Description Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are. In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved. Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We're eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef's offerings. This role follows a 2nd shift schedule, working hours are 2:00PM - 11:00PM with designated days off on Tuesday & Wednesday. A Maintenance Technician is responsible for conducting all repairs and preventative maintenance on facility and production equipment. They are responsible for ensuring that the production team has no barriers with production equipment and that contractors are coordinated when completing scheduled service. Detailed Responsibilities Equipment Maintenance Services and maintains production-related equipment, which includes motors, conveyors, vibratory fillers, tub washer, flow wrapper, etc. Installs new production equipment Provides guidance and training to machine operators to increase efficiency and reduce downtime on production equipment Reads and interprets equipment manuals to troubleshoot equipment and to assess functionality Quickly learns how to properly maintain and repair any new equipment brought onsite Executes Preventative Maintenance Plans On All Equipment As Scheduled by The Maintenance Manager Maintains records of PMs and emergency work in the CMMS for equipment history Identifies what spare parts are needed and communicates with the Maintenance Manager when they need to be ordered to maintain equipment uptime Facility Maintenance Responsible for keeping the facility in good working order and in compliance with all safety requirements Coordinates work orders related to facility improvements and repairs such as dock door and dock leveler repairs, plumbing repairs, building access control, etc. Oversees contractors conducting facility repairs on the air compressor, hot water heater, and the fire suppression system Documents work related to facility improvements and repairs in the Home Chef CMMS to maintain history Maintains records of equipment related to compliance requirements such as pH probes, condenser water treatment, or ammonia sensors Maintenance Shop Organization Directly responsible for making the maintenance shop audit ready at all times, this includes but is not limited to properly storing flammable lubricants and maintaining records of critical safety equipment Keeps the shop tools and spare parts well organized so that all shifts can conduct required maintenance Communicates proactively with the Maintenance Manager when spare parts need to be ordered for specific equipment for the facility Employee and Food Safety Conducts all work in accordance with sound safety practices and proper work methods or procedures; wears all personal protective equipment (PPE) as required Complies with all environmental laws and regulations for chemicals and lubricants as well as disposal and storage Performs work in accordance with all quality systems requirements and understands what Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) are and is willing and able to fully support these requirements Conducts routine safety checks on the production equipment Time Management Works under pressure when emergencies occur Works with a sense of urgency to minimize production downtime Prioritizes work orders to minimize impact to production and employees Accurately predicts time to complete work orders Communicates progress and expected completion dates with management General Responsibilities Follow the facility GMPs and help enforce policies throughout the facility Support the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system (SQF) and quality programs Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. General high school degree, or equivalent, (e.g. GED) Minimum five years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, food manufacturing background preferred At least 2 years of electrical or programming experience preferred Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems required Must be able to use a variety of hand and power tools and precision measuring Must have strong knowledge of electrical wiring repairs and installations, AC/DC controls and schematic diagrams PIT and scissor lift OSHA certification required Solid computer skills with ability to input/export information into a CMMS More About Us Perks and benefits Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order! Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time 401k program Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses How We Work Together We are humble team players. We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input. We are pragmatic next-level thinkers. We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking. We take ownership. We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals. Be at Home at Home Chef We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you'll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace. We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at ***************. Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off. Illinois Pay Range$55,000-$62,000 USD To view the California Applicant Notice click here

The Lead R&D Chef will work on our compound ingredients in the R&D kitchen to conceive and create new recipes for the Ready to Heat (RTH) Tempo offering that meet our nutritional, cost and ingredient specifications. Detailed Responsibilities Compound Ingredient Development Passionate culinarian with a great palette, sense of presentation, and the ability to innovate and efficiently experiment with culinary concepts Conceive accessible, creative compound ingredient formulations in the test kitchen that apply to cost, ingredient pantry, caloric/nutritional, time, and operational constraints Responsible for the creation and reformulation of about 60 CIs per quarter Collaborate with other chefs to improve and test each CI, from benchtop to scaled samples Utilize extensive and honest feedback every day on accessibility, flavors and operational viability and incorporate this data into best in class formulations Collaborate closely with cross functional partners (production, fsqa, procurement, marketing, etc) with a focus on customer satisfaction and operational complexity Drive for higher customer ratings and satisfaction with Tempo Respond to directives from Culinary, Marketing, NPD, and RTH teams to develop meals that will contribute to increased sales Use feedback from production teams to increase efficiency and and decrease operational complexity Optimize your expertise to produce an end product that can be scaled with proper taste, texture, shelf life, appearance, and cost Ability to innovate and implement ideas that can improve individual R&D, team workflows and Tempo as a brand Innovate ideas and execute them Work with menu strategy to ideate new CIs Generate CI concepts based on menu needs and Tempo team strategy Build out concepts in a way that they can be executed by members of the CI team Build a pipeline of CIs to reformulate and complete CI concepts to be scheduled for R&D Meet or exceed expectations of the quarterly CI roadmap Manage work flow of direct report(s) Provide CI formulations to direct report(s) Offer guidance on execution CI R&D Give feedback and direction on changes to make to next iteration of CIs Take the lead in CI R&D through scheduling, training and offering direction to CI R&D team Responsible for driving CI R&D team towards output and quality goals Work with menu strategy and Tempo Ops teams to ensure that CI output is focused on the current needs of the menu and production Coordinate with Culinary and Ops associates to ensure that ingredients needed for R&D are in-house Evaluate Customer Feedback Thoroughly understand how the average customer interacts with the product and strive to make CIs that facilitate the creation of accessible and delicious meals Analyze customer comments on meals from menu runs and incorporate learnings into new recipes Integrate learnings from various data sets to improve meal performance Meeting Participation Attend and participate in weekly Culinary and RTH team meetings including Performance Board, Team Check-ins, RTH Draft, Weekly Culinary/Production Debrief, etc. Visit production facilities as needed to train and to improve execution New Meal R&D R&D meals as needed to refine CIs or to meet menu strategy directives This position requires about 25% travel. Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. Completion of a two-year program such as an Associate degree: Culinary Arts or similar (Culinary degree preferred.) 6+ years experience working in a kitchen or other professional cooking environment. Able to work in a clean and organized manner. 2+ years prior recipe development experience. 2+ years prior experience with CPG and/or RTE foods. 2+ years experience successfully managing, training and developing direct reports Self-starter and highly motivated to provide our customers with the best meals possible ServSafe or food handling certification preferred A team-first collaborator who works well in group settings, is able to provide constructive feedback and actively supports the overall team workload Forward thinking mindset that leads to incremental improvement Quality-focused mindset Strong verbal communication skills Willing and able to receive feedback and implement suggestions Understanding of current nutrition, food and food industry trends. Must be able to taste and provide thorough feedback on every meal and ingredient sample test in the kitchen, including vegetarian, pork, chicken, steak, and seafood meals. More About Us Perks and benefits Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order! Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time 401k program Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses How We Work Together We are humble team players. We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input. We are pragmatic next-level thinkers. We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking. We take ownership. We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals. Be at Home at Home Chef We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you'll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace. We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at ***************. Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off. Illinois Pay Range $82,000 - $100,000 USD To view the California Applicant Notice click here

Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are. In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved. Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We're eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef's offerings. The Continuous Improvement Project Manager will be responsible for finding and implementing process improvements and best practices across each Home Chef site. Detailed Responsibilities Lead National CI team project design and implementation Identify Continuous Improvement opportunities, design project plans, and implement solutions at Home Chef production facilities Collaborate with the National training team to build out implementation training plans, materials, and update SOPs and spend time training site teams to ensure the final owners fully adopt the new processes and technologies and all future owners are trained with the new responsibilities. Act as liaison for troubleshooting and resolution of startup issues Identify operational efficiency opportunities and work with sites to implement and sustain best practices Guided by KPI's, travel to sites and work with leadership teams to find resolution to special-cause and common-cause process deviations Foster relationships and develop sites continuous improvement skillset, problem solving methodology, and data driven decision making thorough routine visits, training, and system development Champion the Home Chef Operating System by promoting its value as a framework to guide operational excellence and support site teams in executing their priorities Data collection and analysis: Utilize Home Chef KPI's for project selection and root cause analysis Collect before and after data on trials of new methods or configurations Create tools as needed to help track and sustain changes This position requires up to 75% travel. Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. Completion of a four-year degree program Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing/operational environments or working directly with those in a manufacturing/operational environment, preferably from the food and beverage industry Minimum of 1 year of successful project management experience in a fast-paced environment and a track record of leading by example Interpersonal skills to work with team members across functions and in both production and corporate environments Analytical proficiency to meet variable needs of the business Ability to think “outside-the-box” Ability to react on the fly to unforeseen production and planning scenarios as they arise Computer proficiency (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, Gmail, PowerPoint, Google Sheets) Strong ability to track details and to keep track of projects Excellent written and verbal communication skills Results-oriented attitude; able to multi-task and get things done Willingness to embrace change and adjust quickly in a fast-paced environment Must be willing to travel up to 75% More About Us Perks and Benefits Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order! Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time 401k program Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses How We Work Together We are humble team players. We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input. We are pragmatic next-level thinkers. We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking. We take ownership. We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals. Be at Home at Home Chef We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you'll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace. We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at ***************. Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off. Illinois Pay Range $95,000 - $115,000 USD To view the California Applicant Notice click here

Job Description Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are. In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved. Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We're eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef's offerings. This role follows a 2nd shift schedule, working from 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM, with designated days off on Saturday and Sunday. Responsible for guiding a line or table of production associates during RTH prep, RTH assembly, portioning, meal bagging/kitting, and shipping. The Production Lead (RTH) will guide, direct, and train assigned production employees. The Production Lead (RTH) is scheduled to begin their shift prior to the start of production and is responsible for obtaining his or her production plan and targets for the day from the supervisor and setting up the portioning tables, meal bagging tables, and/or shipping line Detailed Responsibilities RTH Lead Responsibilities: Must be able to work in a fast paced work environment and reach daily goals given to by Supervisor. Must be detail oriented and maintain a clean workspace. Must follow GMP and PPE standards as required in the RTE and RTH area such as; safety goggles, blue aprons and white plastic sleeves, captive footwear. Must report any damages, missing parts or foreign materials immediately to FSQA / Leadership. Must follow all recipes and instructions to create compound ingredients in correct proportions. Bring up improvement ideas to RTH leadership and continuously work to improve! When not assisting with RTH specific tasks, the RTH Lead will direct their team as required in normal production functions / tasks or as assigned. Production Targets: Collaborates with the Supervisor to get the production plans and targets for the day Follows production schedules to ensure order completion during allotted timeframes Effectively communicates the targets and production expectations to the production associates as well as their performance against the target Ensures associates are following HC policies/procedures and escalates any concerns to the Production Supervisor Coordination with Warehouse: Prioritizes and plans for potential product shortages during production and shipping and effectively communicates exact product and quantity needs to the warehouse runners to avoid any unnecessary downtime while waiting on replenishment. Conducts checks on ingredients for quality, accuracy, and shelf life before starting the line and while the line is running. SOPs: Has a working knowledge of all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for portioning, meal bagging/kitting, and shipping Sets up portioning tables, meal bagging tables, and shipping lines according to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Gives consideration to the production targets and the established production plan when setting up portioning tables and based on number of production associates needed to run a line Shares recommendations for improvements to the SOPs with supervisor Ensures the table/pods has the labels, packaging, and product needed to get started at the beginning of the shift and start of new activity Communicates the production targets and expected rates per hour to the production associates Managing waste: Ensures line does not overproduce portions or meal bags and therefore cause food waste and yield issues (i.e. only producing what is required) Oversees associates to ensure they are not creating unnecessary waste of food or packaging (i.e. bags, bottles, jars) while portioning and meal bagging and escalates concerns with production quality to FSQA and a supervisor. Portioning and Meal Bagging/Kitting The Production Lead is responsible for overseeing all portioning and meal bagging/kitting for his/her assigned table/pod. This includes: Utilizing Production Sheets: Identifies and completes all sections listed on the production sheet Works with FSQA to verify all ingredients on the meal bagging/kitting line and complete the meal bag sign off on the production sheet prior to starting the line Works with FSQA to ensure meal bag checks are conducted every hour to minimize errors Packaging and Labels: Retrieves more labels from the label office when needed Conducts hourly checks to ensure packaging and labels are correct for the ingredients being portioned or meal bagged Communicates shortages of labeled packaging to supervisor Portion and Meal Bag Quality: Conducts an hourly check of the portions and meal bags to reduce the potential for errors SOPs and Targets: Ensures the SOPs for portioning and meal bagging are being followed throughout the shift Monitors the pace of the portioning and meal bagging line and ensures the team is on track to meet the target. If targets are not being met, the lead makes appropriate adjustments to the line. Shipping A Production Lead is responsible for assisting the Production Supervisor when running a shipping line. A Production Lead should have a working knowledge of all shipping lines (similar, hybrid, unique, and pick and pack) Standard Tools and Forms: Understands the Boxing Call out Sheet and how to use it to set up and verify the line Knows and follows the SOP for transitioning between similar runs (i.e. similar sign off for CHI, use of red trays to cover all meals not included in run for CA) Coordination across departments: Works with warehouse to ensure the line has all required product and does not experience downtime as a result of product shortages SOPs and Production Targets: Makes sure the SOPs for box packing, shipping, and/or Pick & Pack is being followed throughout the entire shift Manages the pace of the shipping line and makes adjustments as necessary. Output Tracking and Inventory Management The Production Lead is responsible for delivering counts to the Supervisor and following Home Chef's inventory management procedures. Specifically, a Production Lead is responsible for: Counting output: Collects counts every hour (CHI) or two hours (CA) to deliver to Supervisor Delivers numbers of meal bags and WIP produced at the end of each workday Inventory management procedures Makes sure that the red, grey and green crates all have clear and legible labels Ensures all old labels have been removed from red trays Ensures all completed portion and meal bag towers are tagged according to SOP (i.e. plastic wrap w/ meal name, count, and date for CHI and masking tape for CA) Ensures the meal bag towers are moved to the proper storage location and ordered by date. The older meals should be in the front and the newer meals should be in the back. FIFO (First In First Out) processes should be followed. Promoting and Upholding Employee Safety and Food Safety Procedures: A Production Lead is responsible for enforcing and executing Home Chef Food Safety Policies on the production floor. Specifically, Production Leads are responsible for: GMP Enforcement and Education: Ensures FSQA is conducting a GMP check on all his or her associates at the start of the shift and after lunch Calls out and corrects GMP violations when they occur Understands the complete scope of GMPs. This includes but is not limited to: Changing gloves after touching floor mats, leaving the production area, or before portioning a new item Washing hands at the designated handwashing station Changing hairnet when returning from the restroom Employee Safety: Ensure associates are utilizing proper Lifting Techniques when moving and picking up items. Attends all safety trainings to maintain safety compliance Escalates any employee safety risks to the Safety Supervisor Ensures team is accounted for (roll call) and at the designated spot in the event of an evacuation Pre and Post-Operative Sanitation Ensures work area (portioning table or meal bagging line) is clean (i.e. tables have been sanitized and floors are free of spills and debris) Ensures plant cleanliness, 5S compliance and GMP practices at all times Ensures coolers have been cleaned and swept and are ready for the next shift Supervising Production Associates A Production Lead is responsible for supervising production associates working on his or her table/line. This includes but is not limited to: Production Pace: Makes sure team is hitting production targets for portioning, meal bagging, shipping and any other assigned activities Sets example of expected work pace for the entire line Line Integrity: Identifies and escalates any disruptive behavior (e.g. excessive talking or slow work pace) on the line to a Supervisor and moves associates as needed to improve the line's output Conflict Resolution: Works to quickly and calmly resolve conflicts between associates on the line Escalates issues between production associates to production supervisor / manager when needed General Responsibilities: Follows the facility GMPs and helps enforce them throughout the facility Ensures safe working conditions for all team members and corrects and/or escalates safety risks when identified Supports the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system (SQF) and quality programs Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. General High School degree or equivalent Strong attendance and performance record as a Home Chef performance associate is required for this position. More About Us Perks and benefits Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order! Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time 401k program Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses How We Work Together We are humble team players. We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input. We are pragmatic next-level thinkers. We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking. We take ownership. We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals. Be at Home at Home Chef We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you'll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace. We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at ***************. Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off. Illinois Pay Range$21.75-$21.75 USD To view the California Applicant Notice click here

Job Description Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are. In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved. Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We're eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef's offerings. Production Cook shifts and hours are identified below. Days off vary based on site needs at the time. ShiftStart TimeEnd Time1st7:00 AM3:30 PM2nd 4:00 PM12:30 AM A Production Cook is responsible for raw food prep, washing, cutting, cooking, cooling, labeling and portioning product for our Ready to Heat (RTH) business, while also owning documentation, counts, and tracking progress. Cooks must adhere to all floor safety and food safety standard operating procedures (SOPs). Detailed Responsibilities Raw food prep, washing, cutting, cooking, cooling Must be able to receive direction from Production Kitchen Supervisor to fulfill production requirements Must label packaging at the standard average rate, as well as submit progress made on activities throughout the day Read and understand recipes Cook food in ovens or tilt skillets Prepare sauces and components for ingredients Ability to transition between tasks when needed Move hot speed racks or food into blast chillers Safely use all cooking, cooling, traying, and labeling equipment Quality CCPs and Documentation Must work at a fast pace with strong attention to detail, while multitasking between different recipe steps Must be able to accurately document times, temperatures, and other key information for food safety batch tracing & CCP documentation Must know how to use proper measuring utensils to portion ingredients Sanitation Must be able to maintain a clean and safe workspace Clean & sanitize probes, tables, and other smallwares between recipe steps Conduct full changeovers when introducing a new allergen to a workspace Running Clean cycles on Rational ovens, blast chillers, and cleaning out tilt skillets General Responsibilities Required to follow all GMPs while onsite at the facilities, including additional GMPs identified in high care areas where ROP is being manufactures Must keep work area clean at all times and assist in EOD clean ups Adheres to all safety guidelines (i.e. proper lifting techniques) Adheres to Food Safety Cardinal Rules Support the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system (SQF) and quality programs Is up to date on all alchemy training, including ROP and RTH specific courses Basic understanding and troubleshooting of kitchen equipment Documentation and Progress Tracking Documents food transitions throughout process with careful attention to detail Tracks and shares progress of food at all stages This position requires 0% travel. Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. HS Diploma preferred but not required 6+ months of production/warehouse environment preferred Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and with others as a team Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation Must have floor presence and be able to stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours More About Us Perks and benefits Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order! Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time 401k program Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses How We Work Together We are humble team players. We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input. We are pragmatic next-level thinkers. We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking. We take ownership. We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals. Be at Home at Home Chef We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you'll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace. We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at ***************. Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off. Illinois Pay Range$19.65-$19.65 USD To view the California Applicant Notice click here

Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are. In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved. Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We're eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef's offerings. The Category Manager, Produce owns the end-to-end category strategy, sourcing, and supplier management for Home Chef's fresh produce program. This role is responsible for building and executing sourcing strategies that balance cost, quality, and supply assurance while supporting menu innovation and operational excellence across Home Chef's network of fulfillment centers. The Manager partners cross-functionally with Culinary, Quality, Procurement, and Operations to drive category performance, mitigate supply risk, and continuously improve supplier partnerships and produce program standards. Detailed Responsibilities Category Strategy & Sourcing: Own the produce category sourcing strategy, including cost management, supply assurance, and quality optimization. Lead supplier identification, vetting, and onboarding in collaboration with Food Safety, Quality, and Procurement Operations teams. Conduct market research and analysis to identify industry trends, seasonal availability, and pricing dynamics affecting produce supply. Develop and manage RFPs, bid analyses, and supplier negotiations to deliver competitive total cost of ownership and long-term value. Evaluate sourcing decisions based on supplier capability, risk, cost structure, and logistics alignment. Collaborate with Culinary and Product Development teams to support menu innovation, new product launches, and spec optimization. Supplier Management & Performance: Serve as the primary contact for produce suppliers, managing relationships to ensure alignment with Home Chef's operational and quality expectations. Establish and monitor supplier KPIs, including on-time performance, quality adherence, and cost compliance. Lead regular business reviews with key suppliers to evaluate performance, resolve issues, and identify opportunities for improvement. Partner with Finance and Operations to validate pricing, volume forecasts, and cost changes. Drive continuous improvement in supplier performance through feedback, audits, and corrective action management. Participate in Produce Expo visits to collaborate with new and existing vendors. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Culinary, FSQA, Operations, Procurement, and Distribution teams to ensure alignment between category strategy and execution. Collaborate with the Procurement team to resolve supply shortages, quality issues, or logistics disruptions at fulfillment centers. Work cross-functionally to develop produce handling, storage, and specification standards that improve product quality and shelf life. Support the forecasting and planning process by providing insight into seasonal trends, yield considerations, and market fluctuations. Provide guidance and mentorship to Buyers and Category Associates supporting the produce category. Foster collaboration across the broader Category Management and Procurement teams to ensure alignment and knowledge sharing. Represent the Produce category internally as the subject matter expert for supplier landscape, product trends, and category performance. Financial & Analytical Management: Own category-level cost forecasting and budgeting, analyzing trends to identify cost reduction and efficiency opportunities. Review and analyze category spend data to monitor performance and ensure compliance with budgetary targets. Partner with the Sourcing Analytics & Strategy team to assess category performance, benchmark pricing, and evaluate sourcing scenarios. Support development of KPI dashboards and category reports that track savings, cost drivers, and supplier metrics. This position requires up to 30% travel. Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or other characteristics needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. 4+ year(s) experience in strategic sourcing, ideally within perishable goods Strong analytical skills, with competency in Excel Experience in relationship management Completion of a four-year degree in business or a related field More About Us Perks and benefits Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order! Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time 401k program Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses How We Work Together We are humble team players. We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input. We are pragmatic next-level thinkers. We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking. We take ownership. We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals. Be at Home at Home Chef We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you'll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace. We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at ***************. Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off. Illinois Pay Range $75,000 - $90,000 USD To view the California Applicant Notice click here

Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are. In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved. Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We're eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef's offerings. The VP of Engineering oversees Home Chef's Engineering & Business Analytics Teams, which are responsible for developing thoughtful technology solutions that help achieve our company goals and also provide a great user experience. This team supports technology that spans the entire business - from our customer-facing website and mobile app, to internal tools that support our supply chain and operations teams, as well as data pipelines and products that enable better decision-making for the organization. At Home Chef, we pride ourselves on being great thought-partners and problem-solvers, and are always driving towards making an impact. Detailed Responsibilities Strategy & Planning: Oversee the Engineering & Business Analytics team strategy and roadmap supporting Home Chef's company goals and business objectives Continually assess current technology systems, identify areas for improvement, and set goals for future growth and development Drive a culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation and experimentation Oversee $1M+ software budget Technical Leadership: Provide strategic direction and hands-on leadership in software & data architecture, development methodologies, and technology stack selection Drive process best practices including code quality, testing, scalability, and security Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, evaluating their potential impact on the business and recommending adoption where appropriate Project Management: Partner with product leadership & stakeholders to align team efforts with overall business strategy and objectives Provide technical & architectural leadership on large projects, establishing clear team ownership lanes and reasonable deadlines Communicate technical vision, progress, and challenges to stakeholders across the organization Implement and refine development processes to streamline workflows and increase productivity Build strong relationships with internal partners as well as external vendors to drive collaboration and innovation Team Management: Recruit, hire, and retain top engineering talent, building a high-performing team capable of delivering on ambitious goals Set clear goals and performance standards for team members Provide training, coaching, and professional development opportunities Regularly assess team structure to ensure it effectively supports company goals and strategy Foster a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and innovation Key Traits and Behaviors Taking Ownership: We do whatever is necessary to get the job done - no job is too big or too small. We are willing to do any task at any level - and get our hands dirty (at a meal solutions company, sometimes we all have to do the dishes!). We work with speed, setting realistic but aggressive timelines. We do not allow lack of perfect to get in the way of progress. Pragmatic, Next-level Thinker: We explore new methodologies and strategies and are not constrained by conventional thinking or ‘the way we have always done it'. We take calculated risks in order to learn and innovate with speed, or ‘test and learn'. We pride ourselves on using data and insights to drive practical decisions in our fast-paced environment. Humble Team Player: We work collaboratively and effectively with colleagues, always putting company and team needs ahead of personal achievement. We are open to different points of view when weighing a decision, pulling in different people to provide fresh and unique perspectives. This position requires flexibility to travel < 5% of time Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. 5+ years experience in a senior technical role Experience leading a large team (10+ team members; manufacturing/operations/food environment a plus) Familiarity with the tools and software our applications are built with, namely Ruby on Rails, React, JavaScript, etc Experience overseeing $1M+ software budgets Availability to respond to work-related on-call inquiries, including some scheduled nights and weekends More About Us Perks and benefits Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order! Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time 401k program Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses How We Work Together We are humble team players. We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input. We are pragmatic next-level thinkers. We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking. We take ownership. We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals. Be at Home at Home Chef We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you'll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace. We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at ***************. Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off. Illinois Pay Range $250,000 - $290,000 USD To view the California Applicant Notice click here

Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are. In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved. Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We're eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef's offerings. The Lead R&D Chef will work on our compound ingredients in the R&D kitchen to conceive and create new recipes for the Ready to Heat (RTH) Tempo offering that meet our nutritional, cost and ingredient specifications. Detailed Responsibilities Compound Ingredient Development Passionate culinarian with a great palette, sense of presentation, and the ability to innovate and efficiently experiment with culinary concepts Conceive accessible, creative compound ingredient formulations in the test kitchen that apply to cost, ingredient pantry, caloric/nutritional, time, and operational constraints Responsible for the creation and reformulation of about 60 CIs per quarter Collaborate with other chefs to improve and test each CI, from benchtop to scaled samples Utilize extensive and honest feedback every day on accessibility, flavors and operational viability and incorporate this data into best in class formulations Collaborate closely with cross functional partners (production, fsqa, procurement, marketing, etc) with a focus on customer satisfaction and operational complexity Drive for higher customer ratings and satisfaction with Tempo Respond to directives from Culinary, Marketing, NPD, and RTH teams to develop meals that will contribute to increased sales Use feedback from production teams to increase efficiency and and decrease operational complexity Optimize your expertise to produce an end product that can be scaled with proper taste, texture, shelf life, appearance, and cost Ability to innovate and implement ideas that can improve individual R&D, team workflows and Tempo as a brand Innovate ideas and execute them Work with menu strategy to ideate new CIs Generate CI concepts based on menu needs and Tempo team strategy Build out concepts in a way that they can be executed by members of the CI team Build a pipeline of CIs to reformulate and complete CI concepts to be scheduled for R&D Meet or exceed expectations of the quarterly CI roadmap Manage work flow of direct report(s) Provide CI formulations to direct report(s) Offer guidance on execution CI R&D Give feedback and direction on changes to make to next iteration of CIs Take the lead in CI R&D through scheduling, training and offering direction to CI R&D team Responsible for driving CI R&D team towards output and quality goals Work with menu strategy and Tempo Ops teams to ensure that CI output is focused on the current needs of the menu and production Coordinate with Culinary and Ops associates to ensure that ingredients needed for R&D are in-house Evaluate Customer Feedback Thoroughly understand how the average customer interacts with the product and strive to make CIs that facilitate the creation of accessible and delicious meals Analyze customer comments on meals from menu runs and incorporate learnings into new recipes Integrate learnings from various data sets to improve meal performance Meeting Participation Attend and participate in weekly Culinary and RTH team meetings including Performance Board, Team Check-ins, RTH Draft, Weekly Culinary/Production Debrief, etc. Visit production facilities as needed to train and to improve execution New Meal R&D R&D meals as needed to refine CIs or to meet menu strategy directives This position requires about 25% travel. Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. Completion of a two-year program such as an Associate degree: Culinary Arts or similar (Culinary degree preferred.) 6+ years experience working in a kitchen or other professional cooking environment. Able to work in a clean and organized manner. 2+ years prior recipe development experience. 2+ years prior experience with CPG and/or RTE foods. 2+ years experience successfully managing, training and developing direct reports Self-starter and highly motivated to provide our customers with the best meals possible ServSafe or food handling certification preferred A team-first collaborator who works well in group settings, is able to provide constructive feedback and actively supports the overall team workload Forward thinking mindset that leads to incremental improvement Quality-focused mindset Strong verbal communication skills Willing and able to receive feedback and implement suggestions Understanding of current nutrition, food and food industry trends. Must be able to taste and provide thorough feedback on every meal and ingredient sample test in the kitchen, including vegetarian, pork, chicken, steak, and seafood meals. More About Us Perks and benefits Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order! Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time 401k program Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses How We Work Together We are humble team players. We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input. We are pragmatic next-level thinkers. We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking. We take ownership. We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals. Be at Home at Home Chef We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you'll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace. We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at ***************. Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off. Illinois Pay Range $82,000 - $100,000 USD To view the California Applicant Notice click here

Job Description Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are. In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved. Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We're eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef's offerings. FSQA Lead shifts and hours are identified below. Days off and available shifts vary based on site needs at the time. ShiftStart TimeEnd Time1st6:30 AM3:30 PM1st6:45 AM3:15 PM2nd3:15 PM11:45 PM2nd3:30 PM12:00 AM2nd3:45 PM12:15 AM Ensures the Food Safety and quality of all product labeled, portioned, cooked, MAP, packaged, and shipped from Home Chef Tempo by working alongside production to conduct on-the-line checks of product against recipe specifications and quality standards. Detailed Responsibilities Core FSQA tech Functions Verification of CCPs & CQPs: Conduct inspections at RTH production to ensure Food Safety & Quality requirements are met & recorded in the appropriate form Assist in assigning daily and weekly responsibilities for RTH FSQA Techs and Sanitors, making sure there are appropriate resources to cover all activities Verification of the accuracy of ingredients being used for production based on culinary recipe Verification cook & chill temperature limits have been met & documented appropriately Ensure post-lethality exposed product is properly stored to prevent cross contamination Conduct finished product inspections to ensure product is released according to Food Safety & Quality requirements Verification of chemical titration prior to each use Ensure accuracy of labeling for finished products Conduct on-line verification checks including but not limited to: Metal Detection, Oxygen Analysis, pH, and seal integrity Escalate deviations immediately and assisting with product disposition as needed Conducting Audits of Production Areas & Pre-requisite programs: Conduct continuous GMP inspections & corrections with proper documentation Inspection of equipment & processing area to ensure sanitation & conditions are compliant with Food Safety & Quality standards Enforce Food Defense protocol as needed Other internal audits as needed Food Safety Perform daily, weekly, and/or monthly tasks as assigned by FSQA Superintendent and/or FSQA Supervisor including, but not limited to: GMP Audits, Metal Detection Verification, Environmental Monitoring Swabbing, Lab Equipment Calibrations, Chemical Titrations, Pre-Shipment Review, Hold Management, and Start of Line and Pre-Operational Inspections. Hold team members and cross-functional partners accountable to Home Chef's food safety expectations Perform Food Safety record verifications including but not limited to: receiving, pre-operational, cook & chill, metal detection and Pre-Shipment Release. Other Responsibilities Training Assist in training of new employees on Food Safety & Quality practices Train, coach and empower Tempo Quality Techs and Sanitation associates Issue Escalation Promptly notifies leadership when Food Safety & Quality issues or HACCP/HACQP deviations arise Placing product on FSQA hold and assisting with dispositions as required Assisting in Production/Sanitation/Safety duties Assist in non-competitive functions when needed: e.g. sweeping floors, moving product and safety investigations General Responsibilities Follow the facility GMP's and help enforce them throughout the facility Support the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system (SQF) and quality programs Attitude and Attendance Arrives to work at scheduled time and follows time off request procedure Communicates with co-workers in a professional manner Treats co-workers with respect at all times Uses teamwork with working with production throughout the day Demonstrates ownership of tasks and job responsibilities on a consistent basis. Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. High school diploma or equivalent required Previous experience working in food quality is preferred Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation Must have floor presence and be able to stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours More About Us Perks and benefits Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order! Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time 401k program Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses How We Work Together We are humble team players. We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input. We are pragmatic next-level thinkers. We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking. We take ownership. We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals. Be at Home at Home Chef We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you'll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace. We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at ***************. Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off. Illinois Pay Range$22.75-$22.75 USD To view the California Applicant Notice click here

Job Description Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are. In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved. Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We're eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef's offerings. This role follows a 2nd shift schedule, working from 4 PM to 12:30 AM, with designated days off on Monday and Tuesday. A Production Associate is responsible for labeling, portioning, meal bagging/kitting, and shipping while adhering to all floor safety and food safety standard operating procedures (SOPs). Detailed Responsibilities Labeling, Portioning, & Meal Bagging Must be able to receive direction from Supervisor or Production Lead to fulfill production requirements Must label packaging at the standard average rate Must know how to use proper measuring utensils to portion ingredients Must have strong attention to detail while picking ingredients in the meal bagging/kitting process Must be able to visually inspect produce Ability to transition between tasks when needed Shipping Must work at a fast pace with strong attention to detail Ability to work as a team to reach shipping goals General Responsibilities Required to follow all GMPs while onsite at the facilities Must keep work area clean at all times and assist in EOD clean ups Adheres to all safety guidelines (i.e. proper lifting techniques) Support the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system (SQF) and quality programs This position requires 0% travel. Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or other characteristics needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. HS Diploma preferred but not required 6+ months of production/warehouse environment preferred Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and with others as a team More About Us Perks and benefits Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order! Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time 401k program Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses How We Work Together We are humble team players. We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input. We are pragmatic next-level thinkers. We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking. We take ownership. We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals. Be at Home at Home Chef We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you'll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace. We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at ***************. Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off. Illinois Pay Range$17.75-$17.75 USD To view the California Applicant Notice click here

Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are. In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved. Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We're eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef's offerings. The Associate Category Manager is responsible for building a national category strategy by researching suppliers, performing RFPs, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and also executing that strategy at the plant level. Detailed Responsibilities Category Strategy Research the supply chain, industry structure, and potential supplier partners by using online tools, industry resources, and talking to suppliers Conduct research into supplier capabilities and product portfolios Create and present recommendations for sourcing strategies based on data-driven research Formulate and execute strategic sourcing plans with our distribution/fulfillment centers Cross-functional Collaboration Support the plants by improving efficiencies, manage category costs, and reducing fulfillment and cost risk within the Home Chef supply chain. Work with cross-functional teams (Operations, Culinary, Food Safety, Supplier Quality, Procurement) to compare supplier samples, align on product spec and troubleshoot quality concerns Assist in managing emergency supply shorts and use category expertise to expedite replacement products or substitutes to plant teams Minor Sourcing Project Management Conduct supplier discovery, exploratory conversations, and research Ensure NDAs are signed and draft RFP documentation Analyze bids received and provide pricing feedback to suppliers Make sourcing recommendations to category managers Vendor Management Work and communicate with supplier partners to ensure that category goals are met Share short-term and long-term forecasts with vendors Address quality and fulfillment-related issues with the vendors and make sure corrective actions are taken Collect required documentation from vendors to meet FSQA guidelines Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. 1+ year(s) experience in strategic sourcing, ideally within perishable goods Strong analytical skills, with competency in Excel Experience in relationship management Completion of a four-year degree in business or a related field More About Us Perks and Benefits Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order! Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time 401k program Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses How We Work Together We are humble team players. We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input. We are pragmatic next-level thinkers. We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking. We take ownership. We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals. Be at Home at Home Chef We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you'll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace. We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at ***************. Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off. Illinois Pay Range $67,000 - $74,500 USD To view the California Applicant Notice click here

The Continuous Improvement Project Manager will be responsible for finding and implementing process improvements and best practices across each Home Chef site. Detailed Responsibilities Lead National CI team project design and implementation Identify Continuous Improvement opportunities, design project plans, and implement solutions at Home Chef production facilities Collaborate with the National training team to build out implementation training plans, materials, and update SOPs and spend time training site teams to ensure the final owners fully adopt the new processes and technologies and all future owners are trained with the new responsibilities. Act as liaison for troubleshooting and resolution of startup issues Identify operational efficiency opportunities and work with sites to implement and sustain best practices Guided by KPI's, travel to sites and work with leadership teams to find resolution to special-cause and common-cause process deviations Foster relationships and develop sites continuous improvement skillset, problem solving methodology, and data driven decision making thorough routine visits, training, and system development Champion the Home Chef Operating System by promoting its value as a framework to guide operational excellence and support site teams in executing their priorities Data collection and analysis: Utilize Home Chef KPI's for project selection and root cause analysis Collect before and after data on trials of new methods or configurations Create tools as needed to help track and sustain changes This position requires up to 75% travel. Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. Completion of a four-year degree program Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing/operational environments or working directly with those in a manufacturing/operational environment, preferably from the food and beverage industry Minimum of 1 year of successful project management experience in a fast-paced environment and a track record of leading by example Interpersonal skills to work with team members across functions and in both production and corporate environments Analytical proficiency to meet variable needs of the business Ability to think “outside-the-box” Ability to react on the fly to unforeseen production and planning scenarios as they arise Computer proficiency (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, Gmail, PowerPoint, Google Sheets) Strong ability to track details and to keep track of projects Excellent written and verbal communication skills Results-oriented attitude; able to multi-task and get things done Willingness to embrace change and adjust quickly in a fast-paced environment Must be willing to travel up to 75% More About Us Perks and Benefits Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order! Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time 401k program Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses How We Work Together We are humble team players. We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input. We are pragmatic next-level thinkers. We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking. We take ownership. We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals. Be at Home at Home Chef We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you'll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace. We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at ***************. Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off. Illinois Pay Range $95,000 - $115,000 USD To view the California Applicant Notice click here

The VP of Engineering oversees Home Chef's Engineering & Business Analytics Teams, which are responsible for developing thoughtful technology solutions that help achieve our company goals and also provide a great user experience. This team supports technology that spans the entire business - from our customer-facing website and mobile app, to internal tools that support our supply chain and operations teams, as well as data pipelines and products that enable better decision-making for the organization. At Home Chef, we pride ourselves on being great thought-partners and problem-solvers, and are always driving towards making an impact. Detailed Responsibilities Strategy & Planning: Oversee the Engineering & Business Analytics team strategy and roadmap supporting Home Chef's company goals and business objectives Continually assess current technology systems, identify areas for improvement, and set goals for future growth and development Drive a culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation and experimentation Oversee $1M+ software budget Technical Leadership: Provide strategic direction and hands-on leadership in software & data architecture, development methodologies, and technology stack selection Drive process best practices including code quality, testing, scalability, and security Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, evaluating their potential impact on the business and recommending adoption where appropriate Project Management: Partner with product leadership & stakeholders to align team efforts with overall business strategy and objectives Provide technical & architectural leadership on large projects, establishing clear team ownership lanes and reasonable deadlines Communicate technical vision, progress, and challenges to stakeholders across the organization Implement and refine development processes to streamline workflows and increase productivity Build strong relationships with internal partners as well as external vendors to drive collaboration and innovation Team Management: Recruit, hire, and retain top engineering talent, building a high-performing team capable of delivering on ambitious goals Set clear goals and performance standards for team members Provide training, coaching, and professional development opportunities Regularly assess team structure to ensure it effectively supports company goals and strategy Foster a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and innovation Key Traits and Behaviors Taking Ownership: We do whatever is necessary to get the job done - no job is too big or too small. We are willing to do any task at any level - and get our hands dirty (at a meal solutions company, sometimes we all have to do the dishes!). We work with speed, setting realistic but aggressive timelines. We do not allow lack of perfect to get in the way of progress. Pragmatic, Next-level Thinker: We explore new methodologies and strategies and are not constrained by conventional thinking or ‘the way we have always done it'. We take calculated risks in order to learn and innovate with speed, or ‘test and learn'. We pride ourselves on using data and insights to drive practical decisions in our fast-paced environment. Humble Team Player: We work collaboratively and effectively with colleagues, always putting company and team needs ahead of personal achievement. We are open to different points of view when weighing a decision, pulling in different people to provide fresh and unique perspectives. This position requires flexibility to travel < 5% of time Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. 5+ years experience in a senior technical role Experience leading a large team (10+ team members; manufacturing/operations/food environment a plus) Familiarity with the tools and software our applications are built with, namely Ruby on Rails, React, JavaScript, etc. Experience overseeing $1M+ software budgets Availability to respond to work-related on-call inquiries, including some scheduled nights and weekends More About Us Perks and benefits Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order! Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time 401k program Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses How We Work Together We are humble team players. We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input. We are pragmatic next-level thinkers. We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking. We take ownership. We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals. Be at Home at Home Chef We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you'll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace. We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at ***************. Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off. Illinois Pay Range $250,000 - $290,000 USD To view the California Applicant Notice click here

Job Description Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are. In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved. Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We're eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef's offerings. This role follows a 1st shift schedule, working from 7 AM to 3:30 PM, with designated days off on Thursday and Friday. A Production Associate is responsible for labeling, portioning, meal bagging/kitting, and shipping while adhering to all floor safety and food safety standard operating procedures (SOPs). Detailed Responsibilities Labeling, Portioning, & Meal Bagging Must be able to receive direction from Supervisor or Production Lead to fulfill production requirements Must label packaging at the standard average rate Must know how to use proper measuring utensils to portion ingredients Must have strong attention to detail while picking ingredients in the meal bagging/kitting process Must be able to visually inspect produce Ability to transition between tasks when needed Shipping Must work at a fast pace with strong attention to detail Ability to work as a team to reach shipping goals General Responsibilities Required to follow all GMPs while onsite at the facilities Must keep work area clean at all times and assist in EOD clean ups Adheres to all safety guidelines (i.e. proper lifting techniques) Support the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system (SQF) and quality programs This position requires 0% travel. Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or other characteristics needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. HS Diploma preferred but not required 6+ months of production/warehouse environment preferred Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and with others as a team More About Us Perks and benefits Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order! Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time 401k program Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses How We Work Together We are humble team players. We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input. We are pragmatic next-level thinkers. We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking. We take ownership. We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals. Be at Home at Home Chef We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you'll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace. We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at ***************. Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off. Illinois Pay Range$17.75-$17.75 USD To view the California Applicant Notice click here

The Category Manager, Produce owns the end-to-end category strategy, sourcing, and supplier management for Home Chef's fresh produce program. This role is responsible for building and executing sourcing strategies that balance cost, quality, and supply assurance while supporting menu innovation and operational excellence across Home Chef's network of fulfillment centers. The Manager partners cross-functionally with Culinary, Quality, Procurement, and Operations to drive category performance, mitigate supply risk, and continuously improve supplier partnerships and produce program standards. Detailed Responsibilities Category Strategy & Sourcing: Own the produce category sourcing strategy, including cost management, supply assurance, and quality optimization. Lead supplier identification, vetting, and onboarding in collaboration with Food Safety, Quality, and Procurement Operations teams. Conduct market research and analysis to identify industry trends, seasonal availability, and pricing dynamics affecting produce supply. Develop and manage RFPs, bid analyses, and supplier negotiations to deliver competitive total cost of ownership and long-term value. Evaluate sourcing decisions based on supplier capability, risk, cost structure, and logistics alignment. Collaborate with Culinary and Product Development teams to support menu innovation, new product launches, and spec optimization. Supplier Management & Performance: Serve as the primary contact for produce suppliers, managing relationships to ensure alignment with Home Chef's operational and quality expectations. Establish and monitor supplier KPIs, including on-time performance, quality adherence, and cost compliance. Lead regular business reviews with key suppliers to evaluate performance, resolve issues, and identify opportunities for improvement. Partner with Finance and Operations to validate pricing, volume forecasts, and cost changes. Drive continuous improvement in supplier performance through feedback, audits, and corrective action management. Participate in Produce Expo visits to collaborate with new and existing vendors. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Culinary, FSQA, Operations, Procurement, and Distribution teams to ensure alignment between category strategy and execution. Collaborate with the Procurement team to resolve supply shortages, quality issues, or logistics disruptions at fulfillment centers. Work cross-functionally to develop produce handling, storage, and specification standards that improve product quality and shelf life. Support the forecasting and planning process by providing insight into seasonal trends, yield considerations, and market fluctuations. Provide guidance and mentorship to Buyers and Category Associates supporting the produce category. Foster collaboration across the broader Category Management and Procurement teams to ensure alignment and knowledge sharing. Represent the Produce category internally as the subject matter expert for supplier landscape, product trends, and category performance. Financial & Analytical Management: Own category-level cost forecasting and budgeting, analyzing trends to identify cost reduction and efficiency opportunities. Review and analyze category spend data to monitor performance and ensure compliance with budgetary targets. Partner with the Sourcing Analytics & Strategy team to assess category performance, benchmark pricing, and evaluate sourcing scenarios. Support development of KPI dashboards and category reports that track savings, cost drivers, and supplier metrics. This position requires up to 30% travel. Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or other characteristics needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. 4+ year(s) experience in strategic sourcing, ideally within perishable goods Strong analytical skills, with competency in Excel Experience in relationship management Completion of a four-year degree in business or a related field More About Us Perks and benefits Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order! Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time 401k program Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses How We Work Together We are humble team players. We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input. We are pragmatic next-level thinkers. We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking. We take ownership. We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals. Be at Home at Home Chef We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you'll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace. We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at ***************. Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off. Illinois Pay Range $75,000 - $90,000 USD To view the California Applicant Notice click here

Job Description Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are. In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved. Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We're eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef's offerings. The Continuous Improvement Project Manager will be responsible for finding and implementing process improvements and best practices across each Home Chef site. Detailed Responsibilities Lead National CI team project design and implementation Identify Continuous Improvement opportunities, design project plans, and implement solutions at Home Chef production facilities Collaborate with the National training team to build out implementation training plans, materials, and update SOPs and spend time training site teams to ensure the final owners fully adopt the new processes and technologies and all future owners are trained with the new responsibilities. Act as liaison for troubleshooting and resolution of startup issues Identify operational efficiency opportunities and work with sites to implement and sustain best practices Guided by KPI's, travel to sites and work with leadership teams to find resolution to special-cause and common-cause process deviations Foster relationships and develop sites continuous improvement skillset, problem solving methodology, and data driven decision making thorough routine visits, training, and system development Champion the Home Chef Operating System by promoting its value as a framework to guide operational excellence and support site teams in executing their priorities Data collection and analysis: Utilize Home Chef KPI's for project selection and root cause analysis Collect before and after data on trials of new methods or configurations Create tools as needed to help track and sustain changes This position requires up to 75% travel. Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. Completion of a four-year degree program Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing/operational environments or working directly with those in a manufacturing/operational environment, preferably from the food and beverage industry Minimum of 1 year of successful project management experience in a fast-paced environment and a track record of leading by example Interpersonal skills to work with team members across functions and in both production and corporate environments Analytical proficiency to meet variable needs of the business Ability to think "outside-the-box" Ability to react on the fly to unforeseen production and planning scenarios as they arise Computer proficiency (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, Gmail, PowerPoint, Google Sheets) Strong ability to track details and to keep track of projects Excellent written and verbal communication skills Results-oriented attitude; able to multi-task and get things done Willingness to embrace change and adjust quickly in a fast-paced environment Must be willing to travel up to 75% More About Us Perks and Benefits Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order! Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time 401k program Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses How We Work Together We are humble team players. We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input. We are pragmatic next-level thinkers. We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking. We take ownership. We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals. Be at Home at Home Chef We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you'll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace. We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at ***************. Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off. Illinois Pay Range$95,000-$115,000 USD To view the California Applicant Notice click here

Job Description Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are. In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved. Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We're eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef's offerings. The VP of Engineering oversees Home Chef's Engineering & Business Analytics Teams, which are responsible for developing thoughtful technology solutions that help achieve our company goals and also provide a great user experience. This team supports technology that spans the entire business - from our customer-facing website and mobile app, to internal tools that support our supply chain and operations teams, as well as data pipelines and products that enable better decision-making for the organization. At Home Chef, we pride ourselves on being great thought-partners and problem-solvers, and are always driving towards making an impact. Detailed Responsibilities Strategy & Planning: Oversee the Engineering & Business Analytics team strategy and roadmap supporting Home Chef's company goals and business objectives Continually assess current technology systems, identify areas for improvement, and set goals for future growth and development Drive a culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation and experimentation Oversee $1M+ software budget Technical Leadership: Provide strategic direction and hands-on leadership in software & data architecture, development methodologies, and technology stack selection Drive process best practices including code quality, testing, scalability, and security Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, evaluating their potential impact on the business and recommending adoption where appropriate Project Management: Partner with product leadership & stakeholders to align team efforts with overall business strategy and objectives Provide technical & architectural leadership on large projects, establishing clear team ownership lanes and reasonable deadlines Communicate technical vision, progress, and challenges to stakeholders across the organization Implement and refine development processes to streamline workflows and increase productivity Build strong relationships with internal partners as well as external vendors to drive collaboration and innovation Team Management: Recruit, hire, and retain top engineering talent, building a high-performing team capable of delivering on ambitious goals Set clear goals and performance standards for team members Provide training, coaching, and professional development opportunities Regularly assess team structure to ensure it effectively supports company goals and strategy Foster a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and innovation Key Traits and Behaviors Taking Ownership: We do whatever is necessary to get the job done - no job is too big or too small. We are willing to do any task at any level - and get our hands dirty (at a meal solutions company, sometimes we all have to do the dishes!). We work with speed, setting realistic but aggressive timelines. We do not allow lack of perfect to get in the way of progress. Pragmatic, Next-level Thinker: We explore new methodologies and strategies and are not constrained by conventional thinking or 'the way we have always done it'. We take calculated risks in order to learn and innovate with speed, or 'test and learn'. We pride ourselves on using data and insights to drive practical decisions in our fast-paced environment. Humble Team Player: We work collaboratively and effectively with colleagues, always putting company and team needs ahead of personal achievement. We are open to different points of view when weighing a decision, pulling in different people to provide fresh and unique perspectives. This position requires flexibility to travel < 5% of time Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. 5+ years experience in a senior technical role Experience leading a large team (10+ team members; manufacturing/operations/food environment a plus) Familiarity with the tools and software our applications are built with, namely Ruby on Rails, React, JavaScript, etc Experience overseeing $1M+ software budgets Availability to respond to work-related on-call inquiries, including some scheduled nights and weekends More About Us Perks and benefits Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order! Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time 401k program Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses How We Work Together We are humble team players. We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input. We are pragmatic next-level thinkers. We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking. We take ownership. We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals. Be at Home at Home Chef We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you'll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace. We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at ***************. Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off. Illinois Pay Range$250,000-$290,000 USD To view the California Applicant Notice click here