Job Title: Prep Lead – Macro Meal Prep SD Part Time
Location: Downtown San Diego
Employment Type: Part-time
Reports To: Head Chef
Pay: $23.00 per hour
Hours: Sunday 10:00AM-6:00PM, Monday 5:30AM-2:30PM
About Us:
Macro Meal Prep San Diego is a fast-growing meal prep company committed to providing healthy, chef-crafted meals to busy individuals and families. We pride ourselves on quality, consistency, and innovation, and we’re looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Sous Chef to help lead our kitchen team and scale our operations.
Job Summary:
The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in the weekly operations of the kitchen. You’ll help lead food preparation and packaging for large-scale production, ensure consistency in food quality, and maintain strict food safety and sanitation standards. The ideal candidate has a passion for healthy food, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can balance creativity with structure.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist the Executive Chef in planning weekly meal prep menus and testing new recipes
Oversee daily kitchen operations and prep line
Manage and train kitchen staff, ensuring all food is prepared and portioned to spec
Monitor production timelines to ensure efficient meal prep and packaging
Enforce food safety, cleanliness, and sanitation procedures in accordance with health codes
Assist in quality control – from taste to presentation to packaging
Support special dietary accommodations and allergen management
Fill in for the Executive Chef as needed
Requirements:
2+ years of experience as a Sous Chef, Line Cook, or similar role in high-volume kitchens
Experience in meal prep or catering operations preferred
Strong understanding of food safety, kitchen organization, and batch cooking
Leadership and team management skills
Excellent time management and multitasking abilities
Culinary degree or equivalent experience is a plus
ServSafe or equivalent food handler certification
Perks:
Consistent schedule
Opportunities for growth and leadership
Free meals, paid breaks and employee meal discounts
Collaborative and supportive team environment