Thyme Saver Meals Is Hiring!
Lead Meal Prep Chef
Job description
Lead Meal Prep Chef – Cook, Create, and Connect with Our Local Food-Loving Community
Location: South St. Petersburg FL
Job Types: Part-time 20-30 hours per week
Start Date: Earliest Availablity
Apply Here: https://forms.gle/CkWf4JEUY24GFZ2M6
Who We Are
At Thyme Saver Meals, we’re a small, passionate team providing thoughtfully crafted, ready-to-heat meal kits to families who want quality, home-cooked food—without the stress. We believe in nourishing both our customers and our team through meaningful work, a positive culture, and great food made with care. We run a commercial kitchen focused on wholesome, delicious meals, and we’re proud to serve our community with real ingredients and heartfelt hospitality.
About the Role
We’re looking for a Lead Meal Prep Chef to join our tight-knit kitchen crew. In this hands-on role, you’ll take the lead on cooking sauces and entrées, then portioning and packaging meals with help from one assistant. You’ll be the go-to in the kitchen, helping us execute our weekly menus with consistency, creativity, and heart.
This role is perfect for someone who loves the craft of cooking, enjoys being part of a small team, and is excited about the possibility of growing their role through community-facing opportunities like working our farmers market booth or teaching occasional cooking classes.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Prepare sauces, entrées, and side dishes according to weekly rotating menus
- Portion and package meal kits with quality and efficiency in mind
- Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations and support a small assistant team
- Maintain ingredient inventory and notify of shortages or reorder needs
- Keep kitchen spaces clean, organized, and aligned with food safety standards
- Communicate clearly with the owner about prep needs, systems, and new ideas
- Collaborate on improving systems to streamline kitchen workflow
- Optional: Assist with customer engagement at farmers markets or help lead cooking workshops
Who You Are
- A dependable, organized cook with strong prep and line experience
- Someone who values teamwork, takes initiative, and loves a good challenge
- Passionate about good food and making a difference in your community
- Comfortable leading a small kitchen team and taking ownership of daily tasks
- Flexible, upbeat, and communicative—our kitchen is collaborative and positive
Qualifications
- 2+ years of kitchen experience (meal prep or batch cooking a plus)
- Solid knife skills and understanding of kitchen flow
- Experience following and scaling recipes
- Food safety knowledge and commitment to cleanliness
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and be on your feet during your shift
- Bonus: Experience with inventory management or food cost awareness
Why Join Us
You won’t just be a cook here—you’ll be a vital part of a business that values people, innovation, and delicious food. We do things differently than the traditional restaurant world. Your ideas matter, your work will be appreciated, and your impact will be felt. If you’re looking to grow with a small team that believes in quality, integrity, and fun, we’d love to hear from you.
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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Shift:
- Day shift
- Morning shift
- No nights
Work Location: In person
Farmers Market Sales Associate
Thyme Saver Meals is looking for an extroverted and enthusiastic person to join our team as a Farmer’s Market Sales Associate. If you have a passion for engaging with customers, promoting wholesome food options, and creating positive culinary experiences, this role is perfect for you.
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Responsibilities:
· Set up and maintain the Thyme Saver Meals booth at local farmers markets, ensuring it is clean, organized, and visually appealing.
· Engage with customers in a friendly and approachable manner, educating them about our ready-to-heat meal kits and their nutritional benefits.
· Answer any questions customers may have regarding ingredients, cooking instructions, and meal options, providing accurate information and helpful suggestions.
· Promote the convenience and quality of Thyme Saver Meals, emphasizing how our products can simplify mealtime and enhance their evening routines.
· Assist customers with making transactions using a card reader, handling payments efficiently and accurately.
· Monitor inventory levels and communicate any restocking needs to the appropriate team members.
· Collaborate with other team members to ensure a smooth and successful operation at the farmers market.
Qualifications:
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with customers in a positive and enthusiastic manner.
· Knowledge or interest in nutrition and healthy eating habits.
· Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to maintain a clean and orderly booth environment.
· Reliable and punctual, with the flexibility to work weekends and evenings as needed.
· Previous experience in sales or customer service is preferred but not required.
· Must be comfortable standing for extended periods and able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
· Join Thyme Saver Meals and become part of a passionate team dedicated to providing delicious and convenient meal solutions to our local community. Apply now and help us spread the joy of homemade-style cooking!
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