Kitchen Lead - Weekends

Kitchen LeadThe kitchen is responsible to supply thermally processed and ready to eat materials for the plate and pack operation. Areas of responsibility are decant, dish room, CIP systems, WIP storage and spice batching. The kitchen lead works with their leadership to monitor and maintain production in the kitchen in a safe and efficient manner. The kitchen lead will assign team members duties within the department, provide hands on training to employees, complete production logs, quality records, and troubleshoot upsets as needed. The kitchen lead will be a team player to work collaboratively with plate and pack, quality, warehouse and maintenance to achieve the day's production targets. The kitchen lead will solve technical problems, resolve conflicts, and achieve results through growing and developing team members in the department. The kitchen lead may need to interface with in plant USDA inspectors. This position may require team members to work in variable temperature environments during the shift 34?F - 70?F.Position responsibilities include, but not limited to:Communicate effectively and regularly with team members and leadersAdhere to strict safety, quality, and production standards including food safety and sanitation guidelinesTeach, coach, motivate, and lead team members to perform at the highest levelCollaborate with leadership and the production team to achieve business resultsEnsure team member adherence to all safety, quality, and production standardsAssign team members' tasks to ensure all job duties are completedInspect equipment cleanliness, configuration, and setpoints prior to productionVerify processed product counts and complete the required paperworkComplete inventory of materials to determine efficient planning of schedule demandsOrganize the team breaks to optimize efficiency and coverageCollaborate with leadership to accomplish the day's objectivesAssist supervisor in preparation for the shift hand-off meeting for the oncoming shiftUtilize safety equipment and consistently demonstrate all food safety and personal safety guidelinesTake the initiative to solve imperfections before they become problemsCollaborate with maintenance to ensure priority and window of opportunity for repairInterface with USDA or regulatory representatives as necessaryComplete powered industrial truck certificationProvide break or vacancy coverage for Kitchen III, Kitchen II, OP I as requiredRequired skills and experience:Must be at least 18 years oldPass a post offer drug screen and background checkMust be able to work weekends, holidays, overnights, or OT as requiredMust be able to work 12-hour shiftsBe able to work in varying temperatures between 34?F - 70?FAbility to work quickly and safelyTime management, organization, and prioritization skillsPrevious experience working in a manufacturing and/or food distribution industryMust have good food safety and workplace safety recordInitiative and team leadership skillsMechanical aptitude & experience criticalMachinery troubleshooting skillsAble to train and coach new employees on tasksMust be able to speak/read/write in English fluentlyPreferred skills and experience:Associate degree or trade schoolPrior machine operation using production processing or packaging experienceScanning and AX/inventory experienceExperience using forklifts and pallet jacksBilingual in (English/Spanish)Demonstrated commitment to safety and following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)/food safety rulesDemonstrated behaviors consistent with our Core Values of Teamwork, Relentlessly Dependable, Appreciation & Respect, Innovation & Constant Improvement, and Nourishing Our CustomersProblem solving & reasoning skillsPhysical requirements:Regularly required to use hands to feel, grab, or operate objects, tools, and controls while reaching with hands and armsRequired to stand, communicate, and listen for a 12-hour shiftOccasionally required to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or climb stairs for a 12-hour shiftOccasionally lift and/or move up to 50 poundsVisual perception to perform job including peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focusAble to perform repetitive movementsAble to work in variable temperatures (cold/hot)Must be able to interact with common food allergensCompany OverviewMom's Meals is a home-delivered meal service providing fully prepared, refrigerated meal solutions direct to homes nationwide for over 25 years. We provide seniors, patients recovering post-discharge and those managing a chronic condition with tailored nutrition solutions to manage their specific needs. If you are passionate about the well-being of others and have a strong sense of community, Mom's Meals could be the place for you! We are a family operated business looking for fun, compassionate, and friendly people who want to make a difference in the lives of others.EEOMom's Meals complies with all applicable federal and state non-discrimination laws. All qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regards to race, religion, national origin, ancestry, color, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation or military status.