CookUnity
Overview
Be among the first 25 applicants. About CookUnity: Food has lost its soul to modern convenience. CookUnity connects the world with the source of great food: chefs. CookUnity delivers 50 million meals a year from the industry’s best chefs to homes nationwide. Fresh. Ready-to-eat. Crafted with the passion that nourishes body and soul. CookUnity is expanding beyond delivery to become an ever-innovating marketplace focused on empowering Chefs to nourish the world. If that mission has you hungry in more ways than one, you’ve found the right job posting. The Role: CookUnity is growing at an extraordinary pace, with more than one million square feet of new facilities coming online in the next few years. We are looking for our first senior technical individual contributor in manufacturing—a proven process-excellence leader who can bring a unifying, systems-level approach to food production. This role will knit our specialist teams (culinary, FSQA, procurement, operations, logistics, etc.) together into one integrated system built for scale. This leader will act as both a strategic architect and a hands-on change agent, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence across all manufacturing sites, with ownership of integral recommendations to the CEO and COO on operations and manufacturing design decisions. This position can start as a consulting or project-based engagement with the potential to evolve into a full-time leadership role. Responsibilities
Own high-impact, cross-functional projects that improve throughput, reduce costs, and optimize workflows across Culinary, Marketplace, Supply Chain, Fulfillment, and Logistics. Champion continuous improvement by deploying Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to eliminate waste, reduce variability, and drive productivity gains. Build and scale food manufacturing processes to support rapid company growth while maintaining uncompromising food safety and regulatory compliance. Apply plant-level expertise — layouts, material flows, drainage/flooring design, utilities, regulatory standards — to ensure world-class facility design and operations. Leverage data-driven insights and Six Sigma methodologies to prioritize and measure improvement initiatives. Partner with executive leadership to define and execute the long-term manufacturing strategy, including facilities design, automation, process design, and technology enablement. Develop, coach, and mentor high-performing manufacturing leaders, fostering a culture of safety, quality, ownership, and innovation. Act as a change leader, influencing cross-departmental alignment and ensuring seamless execution of projects across the broader organization. Qualifications
8–12+ years of total experience, including 3–5 years directly leading continuous improvement programs Black Belt or Master Black Belt in Six Sigma (or equivalent) strongly preferred. Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, or related continuous improvement methodologies. Deep expertise in food manufacturing, CPG operations, or highly optimized process industries. Strong plant management exposure: materials, layouts, utilities, and regulatory compliance. Proven track record of end-to-end project ownership in complex, cross-functional environments. Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence across departments and executive levels. Experience in large-scale, structured environments (Fortune 500, CPG, high-volume manufacturing); startup/high-growth adaptability is a plus. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field; advanced degree preferred. What success looks like
Reduction of manufacturing cost per meal while maintaining uncompromising quality and safety. Scalable systems and processes that enable CookUnity to double or triple output seamlessly. Integral recommendations to CEO and COO that drive company-wide decisions on manufacturing strategy. Cross-functional projects delivered on time, within scope, and with measurable business results. A manufacturing team that is empowered, aligned, and operating at world-class standards. Benefits
Health Insurance coverage Unlimited PTO Stock Options Plan granted on Day 1 Eligible for bi-annual performance bonus Family leave fully paid Compassionate Leave: 3-5 days per occurrence CookUnity credits to enjoy our meals, added monthly Wellness perks: nutritional coach and fitness subsidies Personalized Spanish coach Opportunity to contribute to changing how we eat and how chefs work 5-year Sabbatical: 4 weeks paid after five years Compensation
All final pay rates will be determined by candidates experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Pay range for this position: $170,000 - $180,000 USD. Employment details
Seniority level: Director Employment type: Full-time Job function: Management and Manufacturing Industries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or disability.
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Be among the first 25 applicants. About CookUnity: Food has lost its soul to modern convenience. CookUnity connects the world with the source of great food: chefs. CookUnity delivers 50 million meals a year from the industry’s best chefs to homes nationwide. Fresh. Ready-to-eat. Crafted with the passion that nourishes body and soul. CookUnity is expanding beyond delivery to become an ever-innovating marketplace focused on empowering Chefs to nourish the world. If that mission has you hungry in more ways than one, you’ve found the right job posting. The Role: CookUnity is growing at an extraordinary pace, with more than one million square feet of new facilities coming online in the next few years. We are looking for our first senior technical individual contributor in manufacturing—a proven process-excellence leader who can bring a unifying, systems-level approach to food production. This role will knit our specialist teams (culinary, FSQA, procurement, operations, logistics, etc.) together into one integrated system built for scale. This leader will act as both a strategic architect and a hands-on change agent, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence across all manufacturing sites, with ownership of integral recommendations to the CEO and COO on operations and manufacturing design decisions. This position can start as a consulting or project-based engagement with the potential to evolve into a full-time leadership role. Responsibilities
Own high-impact, cross-functional projects that improve throughput, reduce costs, and optimize workflows across Culinary, Marketplace, Supply Chain, Fulfillment, and Logistics. Champion continuous improvement by deploying Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to eliminate waste, reduce variability, and drive productivity gains. Build and scale food manufacturing processes to support rapid company growth while maintaining uncompromising food safety and regulatory compliance. Apply plant-level expertise — layouts, material flows, drainage/flooring design, utilities, regulatory standards — to ensure world-class facility design and operations. Leverage data-driven insights and Six Sigma methodologies to prioritize and measure improvement initiatives. Partner with executive leadership to define and execute the long-term manufacturing strategy, including facilities design, automation, process design, and technology enablement. Develop, coach, and mentor high-performing manufacturing leaders, fostering a culture of safety, quality, ownership, and innovation. Act as a change leader, influencing cross-departmental alignment and ensuring seamless execution of projects across the broader organization. Qualifications
8–12+ years of total experience, including 3–5 years directly leading continuous improvement programs Black Belt or Master Black Belt in Six Sigma (or equivalent) strongly preferred. Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, or related continuous improvement methodologies. Deep expertise in food manufacturing, CPG operations, or highly optimized process industries. Strong plant management exposure: materials, layouts, utilities, and regulatory compliance. Proven track record of end-to-end project ownership in complex, cross-functional environments. Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence across departments and executive levels. Experience in large-scale, structured environments (Fortune 500, CPG, high-volume manufacturing); startup/high-growth adaptability is a plus. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field; advanced degree preferred. What success looks like
Reduction of manufacturing cost per meal while maintaining uncompromising quality and safety. Scalable systems and processes that enable CookUnity to double or triple output seamlessly. Integral recommendations to CEO and COO that drive company-wide decisions on manufacturing strategy. Cross-functional projects delivered on time, within scope, and with measurable business results. A manufacturing team that is empowered, aligned, and operating at world-class standards. Benefits
Health Insurance coverage Unlimited PTO Stock Options Plan granted on Day 1 Eligible for bi-annual performance bonus Family leave fully paid Compassionate Leave: 3-5 days per occurrence CookUnity credits to enjoy our meals, added monthly Wellness perks: nutritional coach and fitness subsidies Personalized Spanish coach Opportunity to contribute to changing how we eat and how chefs work 5-year Sabbatical: 4 weeks paid after five years Compensation
All final pay rates will be determined by candidates experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Pay range for this position: $170,000 - $180,000 USD. Employment details
Seniority level: Director Employment type: Full-time Job function: Management and Manufacturing Industries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or disability.
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