Home Chef
Production Associate - 2nd Shift - Days Off: Saturday & Sunday
Home Chef, Bedford Park, Illinois, us, 60499
Production Associate - 2nd Shift - Days Off: Saturday & Sunday
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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.
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
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.
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.
Inclusive Workplace 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 hr@homechef.com.
Salary and Benefits Illinois Pay Range: $17.75 – $17.75 USD.
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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.
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
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.
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.
Inclusive Workplace 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 hr@homechef.com.
Salary and Benefits Illinois Pay Range: $17.75 – $17.75 USD.
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