Kitchen Meal Prep Production Lead Location:
Tucker, GA Schedule:
Full-Time — Weekday availability required, up to 60 hours/week
Pay:
$18/hour + We promote from within
One-Way Interview:
https://app.hireflix.com/public-application/6824fbc4a5c66fe84a22a5a1 or https://careers.atlantapickles.com/ About Us [PICKLES] by Evergreen & Market is a fast-growing, woman
- veteran
- minority
- and family-owned gourmet pickle brand based in Atlanta.
We produce 40+ small-batch flavors from scratch using real ingredients. We're looking for a fast, organized, hands-on Kitchen Production Lead who naturally works ahead, keeps everyone moving, and constantly looks for ways to make production faster and more efficient without sacrificing quality or food safety. This is not a desk management position . You'll be working alongside the team every day and should be one of the fastest, most productive people in the kitchen. What We're Looking For We need someone who: Works fast and stays ahead instead of waiting to be told what to do next Can lead by example and set the pace for the rest of the kitchen Plans ahead so ingredients, equipment, jars, labels, and supplies are ready before they're needed Can identify bottlenecks and improve the way production flows Keeps a small team focused, productive, and on schedule Understands that speed AND accuracy matter Takes ownership when production falls behind and helps get it back on track Is constantly thinking, "What can we prepare now to make the next step faster?" Responsibilities Lead daily meal prep and batch production using standardized recipes Work hands-on alongside 1-2 kitchen team members Set the production pace and keep the team moving throughout the shift Plan production ahead instead of reacting at the last minute Prep ingredients and organize stations before they are needed Delegate tasks based on what will keep production moving fastest Identify wasted time, unnecessary steps, and production bottlenecks Recommend and implement better production processes Make sure daily production goals are completed on time Follow sanitation, filling, sealing, cooling, and labeling procedures Maintain consistent product quality from batch to batch Track ingredient and supply usage and communicate shortages before they become a problem Keep the kitchen clean, organized, safe, and production-ready Immediately report production errors, quality issues, or spoilage Requirements Kitchen, meal prep, catering, restaurant prep, or food production experience Previous leadership or shift-lead experience preferred Fast worker with a strong sense of urgency Strong organization and time-management skills Able to lead while still doing hands-on production Reliable and punctual Strong attention to detail and cleanliness Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment Able to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for full shifts Able to handle pressure without slowing down the team Bonus Experience Food Handler Certification or ServSafe Commercial food production High-volume meal prep or catering Manufacturing or production-line experience Jarred, pickled, or vinegar-based products Experience improving kitchen workflow or production efficiency Pay & Schedule $18/hour Full-time position with weekday availability required. Hours may increase during high-production periods, with opportunities for up to 60 hours per week. We're looking for someone who wants to take ownership of production , not simply complete assigned tasks. The right person will make the entire kitchen faster, more organized, and more productive.
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Internship Pay:
$18.00
00 per hour
Benefits:
Flexible schedule Application Question(s): Please complete the one way interview to be considered On-Way Interview link: https://app.hireflix.com/public-application/6824fbc4a5c66fe84a22a5a1
Work Location:
In person
