Lead Meal Prep Chef St. Petersburg Local Meal Kit Company Position Available In Pinellas, Florida

Lead Meal Prep Chef – St. Petersburg Local Meal Kit Company Thyme Saver Meals Saint Petersburg, FL Job Details Part-time | Full-time $19 – $23 an hour 10 hours ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Inventory management Cooking Mid-level Meal preparation Knife skills Food safety Kitchen experience Full Job Description Lead Meal Prep Chef – Cook, Create, and Connect with

Our Local Food-Loving Community Location:

South St.

Petersburg FL Job Types:

Part-time 20-30 hours per week

Start Date:

Earliest Availablity Apply Here:

https://forms.gle/CkWf4JEUY24GFZ2M6 Who We Are At Thyme Saver Meals , we’re a small, passionate team providing thoughtfully crafted, ready-to-heat meal kits to families who want quality, home-cooked food—without the stress. We believe in nourishing both our customers and our team through meaningful work, a positive culture, and great food made with care. We run a commercial kitchen focused on wholesome, delicious meals, and we’re proud to serve our community with real ingredients and heartfelt hospitality. About the Role We’re looking for a Lead Meal Prep Chef to join our tight-knit kitchen crew. In this hands-on role, you’ll take the lead on cooking sauces and entrées, then portioning and packaging meals with help from one assistant. You’ll be the go-to in the kitchen, helping us execute our weekly menus with consistency, creativity, and heart. This role is perfect for someone who loves the craft of cooking, enjoys being part of a small team, and is excited about the possibility of growing their role through community-facing opportunities like working our farmers market booth or teaching occasional cooking classes. Your Key Responsibilities Prepare sauces, entrées, and side dishes according to weekly rotating menus Portion and package meal kits with quality and efficiency in mind Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations and support a small assistant team Maintain ingredient inventory and notify of shortages or reorder needs Keep kitchen spaces clean, organized, and aligned with food safety standards Communicate clearly with the owner about prep needs, systems, and new ideas Collaborate on improving systems to streamline kitchen workflow

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Assist with customer engagement at farmers markets or help lead cooking workshops Who You Are A dependable, organized cook with strong prep and line experience Someone who values teamwork, takes initiative, and loves a good challenge Passionate about good food and making a difference in your community Comfortable leading a small kitchen team and taking ownership of daily tasks Flexible, upbeat, and communicative—our kitchen is collaborative and positive Qualifications 2+ years of kitchen experience (meal prep or batch cooking a plus) Solid knife skills and understanding of kitchen flow Experience following and scaling recipes Food safety knowledge and commitment to cleanliness Ability to lift 50 lbs and be on your feet during your shift

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Experience with inventory management or food cost awareness Why Join Us You won’t just be a cook here—you’ll be a vital part of a business that values people, innovation, and delicious food. We do things differently than the traditional restaurant world. Your ideas matter, your work will be appreciated, and your impact will be felt. If you’re looking to grow with a small team that believes in quality, integrity, and fun, we’d love to hear from you. : https://forms.gle/CkWf4JEUY24GFZ2M6

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Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$19.00 – $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Shift:

Day shift Morning shift No nights

Work Location:

In person