Food Production Lead

The role

The Plating Robot Operator operates, monitors, and maintains an automated plating system. This role ensures accurate meal assembly and troubleshooting in a production environment.

What you will do

• Operate the plating robot during scheduled production and testing runs
• Ensure accurate portioning, ingredient placement, and build quality
• Start up, shut down, and monitor the machine throughout shifts
• Maintain consistent throughput while minimizing errors or downtime
• Verify that finished meals meet quality, presentation, and portion standards
• Perform routine checks on ingredients, weights, and outputs
• Flag and fix defective or incorrect builds
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation in line with food safety standards
• Identify and resolve basic mechanical or operational issues in real time
• Assist with machine setup for different recipes, SKUs, or test configurations

Required qualifications

• Comfortable working with machinery or automated systems
• Strong attention to detail and consistency
• Ability to follow SOPs and safety protocols precisely
• Quick problem-solver with a hands-on mindset
• Able to stand for long periods and work in a fast-paced kitchen/production environment
• Proficient in Spanish

Nice to have

• food production experience

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Healthcare coverage through Cigna
• Daily lunch provided
• Growth and advancement opportunities

About the company

CookUnity is a platform that connects chefs with consumers, delivering meals to homes. The company aims to empower chefs to nourish the world.