Meal Plating Associate

Cookunity; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Healthcare coverage through Cigna

Daily lunch provided

Growth and advancement opportunities

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co in Los Angeles is looking for a Meal Plating Associate to join the kitchen production team. You will be responsible for ensuring meals are plated accurately and meet quality standards. This is a fast-paced role ideal for those who enjoy hands-on work.

The position offers benefits including weekly pay, healthcare coverage through Cigna, and daily lunch. Join our team and play a crucial role in delivering high-quality food!

Qualifications

• Ability to follow instructions and standardized processes.
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented.
• Comfortable standing for long periods and performing repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Plate meals into trays according to recipe and portion specifications.
• Verify that each meal meets quality and visual standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe workstation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Food handling experience

Proficiency with Spanish

Job description

Meal Plating Associate

We’re looking for a Meal Plating Associate to join our kitchen production team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for assembling meals into trays with accuracy, consistency, and attention to quality. You’ll play a key part in ensuring every dish meets our standards for portioning, presentation, and overall customer experience.

This is a fast‑paced, team‑oriented role ideal for someone who enjoys hands‑on work and takes pride in delivering high‑quality food.

The Role

Meal Assembly & Plating

• Plate meals into trays according to recipe and portion specifications
• Work with portioning equipment & technology
• Follow detailed instructions for different menu items and dietary requirements

Quality & Accuracy

• Verify that each meal meets quality and visual standards before moving forward
• Check for correct ingredients, portions, and labeling
• Remove and flag any items that do not meet standards

Production Support

• Work efficiently to meet daily production goals and timelines
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food‑safe workstation
• Restock ingredients and supplies as needed during shifts

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with kitchen staff and supervisors to keep production running smoothly
• Communicate any issues, delays, or supply needs in real time

What We’re Looking For

• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑volume kitchen or production environment
• Strong attention to detail and consistency
• Ability to follow instructions and standardized processes
• Reliable, punctual, and team‑oriented
• Comfortable standing for long periods and performing repetitive tasks
• Food handling experience is a plus (but not required)
• Proficiency with Spanish is a plus

Role Details

• Hourly, non‑exempt role
• Based in a cold‑room / production environment
• May require early mornings, evenings, or weekend shifts depending on production schedules

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Healthcare coverage through Cigna
• Daily lunch provided
• Growth and advancement opportunities

Compensation

All final pay rates will be determined by candidate’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Pay Range for this position

$20—$23 USD

If you’re interested in this role, please submit your application, and if we think you might be a fit, we’ll get in touch with you. Thank you for your time!

CookUnity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to creating a community of inclusion and an environment free from discrimination or harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability.