Production Chef

Nutre Meal Plans; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Wellness Program

Pto

Sick Time

Paid training

Employee Discounts

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Job summary

Nutre Meal Plans in Peabody, MA is seeking a Production Chef to lead its culinary team in a fast-growing, health-driven kitchen. This leadership role combines hands-on cooking with team development and operational excellence in a company known for clean eating and a large rotating menu.

You will oversee production, plating, and cost controls, ensure food safety compliance, mentor staff, and collaborate with marketing to strengthen the brand.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of seasonal, health-driven cuisine and menu planning.
• Experience controlling food costs and labor in a production environment.
• Solid understanding of ServSafe, FDA, HACCP or equivalent standards.
• Ability to work with marketing and culinary teams to drive brand quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and mentor the culinary team.
• Train, develop, and coach staff to uphold high standards.
• Maintain hands-on involvement in production, plating, and service.
• Oversee kitchen scheduling, labor control, and cost management.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and sanitation standards.

Skills

Leadership & Team Building

Seasonal Health Cuisine

Cost Controls

Food Safety Compliance

Cross-functional Collaboration

Job description

Peabody | Full-Time | Leadership Role

A fast-growing company is seeking a passionate, innovative, and hands-on Production Chef to lead its culinary team. We specialize in healthy, fresh, and seasonal menu items, guided by a unique six-season approach to menu development. This is an opportunity to join an organization that prides itself on clean eating, operational excellence, and delivering one of the largest rotating menus in the industry. This is a fast paced environment with alot of moving parts.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Collaboration
• Lead by example as a self-starter, working side-by-side with kitchen staff daily.
• Train, develop, and mentor the culinary team to uphold high standards.
• Maintain a hands-on presence in all aspects of production, plating, and service.
• Operational Excellence
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and sanitation standards (ServSafe, FDA, HACCP).
• Oversee kitchen scheduling, labor control, and cost management to meet financial goals.
• Monitor inventory, vendor quality, and kitchen efficiency.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, train, and hold teams accountable.
• Deep knowledge of seasonal, health-driven cuisine and menu planning.
• Proficiency in kitchen cost controls, labor management, and food safety compliance.
• Comfort working in a collaborative environment with both culinary and marketing teams.
• A self-starter mindset with creativity, adaptability, and a drive for excellence.

Why This Role?

• Be part of a rapidly growing company redefining clean eating.
• Lead one of the industry’s largest rotating seasonal menus.
• Work with a passionate, innovative team dedicated to quality and consistency.
• Opportunity to influence both the culinary and brand presence at a leadership level.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary (This is reflective in our pay range posted)
• Growth opportunities within a fast-scaling company.
• Opportunity to make an impact in the wellness, fitness, and food industry.
• Fun, dynamic, and mission-driven team environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Pto
• Sick Time
• Paid training
• Employee Discounts
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance