Head Chef -

OPIE Fresh Location:

Summerville, SC (Nexton)

Start:

ASAP Pay:

$75,000 to $85,000 per year OPIE Fresh is seeking an experienced Head Chef to build and lead our fresh food program. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on product development, production, quality, and team leadership .

Responsibilities:

Develop and test new ready-to-eat, ready-to-heat, and baked products. Establish recipes, production standards, and kitchen systems. Lead daily culinary production and ensure consistent quality. Manage food cost, waste, inventory, and production planning. Hire, train, and lead a small culinary team. Work with leadership to grow and improve the OPIE Fresh program. Represent the brand in product shoots and other promotional activities when needed.

Qualifications:

Strong culinary leadership experience. Proven food/product development experience. Experience building a food program or kitchen operation from the ground up. Strong understanding of food quality, cost, waste, and production. Ability to work independently and take full ownership. Excellent communication and leadership skills. Comfortable working hands-on in a growing environment.

Location Preference:

Candidates within approximately 30-35 minutes of Nexton/Summerville, including Summerville, Charleston, North Charleston, and Mount Pleasant.

Pay:

$75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible schedule Food provided Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Food production : 2 years (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Summerville, SC 29484 (Required)

Work Location:

In person