Farmer’s Fridge is on a mission to make it simple for everyone to eat well. We serve healthy, handcrafted meals and snacks from our growing network of 400+ software-enabled vending machines that we refer to as smart Fridges, and a new direct-to-consumer business. We are striving to change the food system from the ground up – one Fridge or delivery at a time. 

We are a team that cares -– about the business, the impact our product makes, and each other. We are data-driven, innovative, and quick to move on a good idea. We are looking for people who want to collaborate in an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture and have a passion to succeed.

As a Culinary Operations Specialist, you will be responsible for bringing recipes to life in the production environment. Working primarily in our production facility, you will test recipes/formulas, establish and document processes, train the front line team, and oversee quality of all new product launches.You will play a key role in bridging the gap between recipe development and daily operations. Sitting on the Commercialization Team, you will help set quality standards, provide quality assurance support and create best practices for food manufacturing processes.

As a Culinary Operations Specialist, you will:

• Work with our R&D team to determine the process flows for new ingredients and subrecipes through processing and assembly rooms
• Work closely with Production and Quality/Food Safety teams to verify food is manufactured to specifications, and work with these teams to mitigate menu quality issues
• Execute commercialization activities including, but not limited to, yield measurements, portion tool validation, assembly labor trials
• Respond to manufacturing issues as they arise and implement appropriate solutions.
• Provide technical support to Production, Sourcing and R&D in manufacturing of products that meet customer and consumer expectation for character, cost, and quality
• Support cost reduction efforts by investigating high waste processes, understanding root causes, and proposing process improvements 

What Your Background May Look Like:

• A degree in culinary, operations, food science or related field. BA/BS preferred.
• A minimum of 1-2 years’ in a food industry (restaurant, catering, recipe development, manufacturing)
• Proficiency in Google Suite (Sheets, Docs,  Slides)
• Effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing, are critical for this role.
• Must have effective attention-to-detail and a keen eye for accuracy.
• Must have a passion for food, and a hunger to learn and grow in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment

Who You Are:

• Detail Oriented! You leave no stone unturned. You can set up a detailed test plan, track the results, and make recommendations based on the findings. A relentless attention to detail and accuracy is a must have for this role!
• A Problem Solver. You enjoy tackling obstacles. You have the ability to understand issues from multiple angles and uncover the best path forward
• A Communicator. You can convey ideas clearly and effectively; however, your secret power is listening and understanding
• Improvement Oriented. You have the proven ability to learn new skills quickly and an eye for optimization
• Self-Driven. You are a highly motivated self-starter who can think independently yet work as a team player in a cross-functional and highly collaborative environment.
• Egoless. You know that the best way to innovate is through teamwork. You are humble and eager to solve problems by learning from and collaborating with others.
• Fearless of Pressure. You work well under pressure and are focused on delivering timely results and hitting tight deadlines.
• Flexible and Available. You’re willing to work odd hours when needed. We are a 24-7 operation and developing/managing aspects of our system may sometimes mean working outside the typical 9-5.

Benefits at Farmer's Fridge:

Happier Weekdays - Walking into the facility should fill you with joy, not dread. We're a fun and passionate group, and we don't take ourselves too seriously. Bring your unique self to work, dress comfortably, and always feel free to share your thoughts and opinions. We encourage curiosity and inquiry; there's no hierarchy here when we're all swapping ideas.  

During your break - Never run on empty by enjoying daily Farmer’s Fridge meals, challenging a coworker to a game of ping pong, de-stressing by taking a spin on our Nascar arcade game, or spending your break on one of our comfy couches.

Innovate & Elevate - We're all teachers and learners. You'll grow, and help grow the company through cross-functional collaboration, open access to leadership, and regular business updates. You have a direct impact on the company’s bottom line. You can also impact your bottom line participating in our 401(k) plan that includes a company match with immediate vesting, and you'll succeed alongside our business with our bonus and equity plans.

Farmer’s Fridge is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

View our disclosures related to External Agencies and Applicants below: https://www.farmersfridge.com/careerdisclosures

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