Production Associate - 1st Shift - Days Off: Thursday & Friday

Home Chef · Bedford Park, IL

Posted 7/27/2026 · last confirmed live 8/26/2026

Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at  homechef.com  and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are. In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo ! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved. Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We’re eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef’s offerings. This role follows a  1st shift schedule, working from 7 AM to 3:30 PM , with designated days off on Thursday and Friday. A Production Associate is responsible for labeling, portioning, meal bagging/kitting, and shipping while adhering to all floor safety and food safety standard operating procedures (SOPs). Detailed Responsibilities Labeling, Portioning, & Meal Bagging Must be able to receive direction from Supervisor or Production Lead to fulfill production requirements Must label packaging at the standard average rate  Must know how to use proper measuring utensils to portion ingredients Must have strong attention to detail while picking ingredients in the meal bagging/kitting process Must be able to visually inspect produce Ability to transition between tasks when needed Shipping Must work at a fast pace with strong attention to detail Ability to work as a team to reach shipping goals General Responsibilities Required to follow all GMPs while onsite at the facilities Must keep work area clean at all times and assist in EOD clean ups Adheres to all safety guidelines (i.e. proper lifting techniques) Support the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system (SQF) and quality programs This position requires 0% travel.  Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or other characteristics needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. HS Diploma preferred but not required 6+ months of production/warehouse environment preferred Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and with others as a team More About Us Perks and benefits Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order! Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time 401k program Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses How We Work Together We are humble team players. We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input. We are pragmatic next-level thinkers. We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking. We take ownership. We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals. Be at Home at Home Chef We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you’ll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace. We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at  hr@homechef.com . Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off. Illinois Pay Range $17.75 — $17.75 USD To view the California Applicant Notice  click here

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