Meal(Kitchen) Production Staff

Meal(Kitchen) Production Staff AI COOK(Instachef) Irvine, CA Job Details Part-time $21 - $25 an hour 1 day ago Benefits 401(k) Paid time off Qualifications Pre-cooking preparation Teamwork High school diploma or GED Attention to detail Time management Full Job Description Ai Cook LLC (DBA Instachef) is an Irvine-based food technology company that operates a smart kitchen network integrating automated hardware with proprietary supply chain software. The company provides fresh meal solutions through a highly automated, low-labor operational model. Our brand, Instachef, is a leader in the food technology industry, leveraging smart kitchen innovation to transform how food is prepared and delivered. By combining advanced technology with thoughtful design, we deliver quick, traditional, and authentic meals that appeal to customers of all ages while offering strong value and consistent quality. Position Overview The Production Associate plays a critical role in our central kitchen operations, supporting high-volume meal production that powers Instachef's automated hot food service. This position is responsible for preparing ingredients, executing recipes, maintaining a clean and organized workspace, and ensuring strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and quality standards. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and team-focused, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced production environment while consistently delivering high-quality results.

Key Responsibilities Ingredient Preparation:

Weigh, measure, and prepare raw ingredients according to established recipes and production schedules.

Cooking, Mixing, & Packaging:

Operate kitchen equipment to cook, mix, and package food products while ensuring consistency and quality.

Recipe Adherence:

Follow standardized recipes and production guidelines to produce consistent, nutritionally balanced meals.

Food Safety Compliance:

Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures, including proper handling of raw and cooked products.

Equipment & Workspace Maintenance:

Clean and maintain kitchen equipment and work areas to ensure a safe and organized production environment.

Batch Documentation:

Record batch information, ingredient usage, and production data for quality control and traceability.

Inventory Support:

Assist with receiving, storing, and organizing ingredients and supplies, including proper inventory rotation.

Health & Safety:

Follow all company safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Qualifications Experience:

Previous experience in food preparation, commercial kitchens, or food production preferred but not required.

Education:

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs., and perform physically demanding tasks. Attention to

Detail:

Strong focus on accuracy, cleanliness, and quality.

Communication Skills:

Ability to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.

Teamwork:

Positive attitude and ability to work collaboratively.

Time Management:

Reliable, punctual, and able to meet assigned schedules.

Food Safety Knowledge:

Understanding of or willingness to learn food safety and sanitation standards.

Schedule Flexibility:

Willingness to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, overtime, or holidays as needed based on production demand.

Dependability:

Strong commitment to attendance, reliability, and proactive communication.

Job Type Part-Time Pay:

$21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Paid time off

Work Location:

In person