Meal Plating Associate

CookUnity•Los Angeles, CA

2d•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

About CookUnity: Food has lost its soul to modern convenience. And with it, it has lost the power to nourish, inspire, and connect us. So in 2018, CookUnity was founded as the first-of-its-kind platform that connects the world with the source of truly great food: chefs. Today, CookUnity delivers 50 million meals a year from the industry’s best chefs to homes all over the country. Fresh. Ready-to-eat. And crafted with the passion that nourishes body and soul. Unwilling to stop there, CookUnity is expanding beyond delivery to become an ever-innovating marketplace focused on our singular mission: empower Chefs to nourish the world. If that mission has you hungry in more ways than one, you’ve found the right job posting. Who We Are CookUnity is the first-ever chef-to-consumer platform, connecting a diverse community of talented chefs with busy food lovers and elevating the at-home dining experience. We are growing rapidly and looking for hard-working, passionate team members who want to help us become more efficient, faster, and more reliable for our customers. We’re always learning and improving — and if that’s the kind of environment where you thrive, we’d love to hear from you! We’re looking for a Meal Plating Associate to join our kitchen production team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for assembling meals into trays with accuracy, consistency, and attention to quality. You’ll play a key part in ensuring every dish meets our standards for portioning, presentation, and overall customer experience. This is a fast-paced, team-oriented role ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work and takes pride in delivering high-quality food.

Requirements

Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen or production environment
Strong attention to detail and consistency
Ability to follow instructions and standardized processes
Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented
Comfortable standing for long periods and performing repetitive tasks

Nice To Haves

Food handling experience is a plus (but not required)
Proficiency with Spanish is a plus

Responsibilities

Meal Assembly & Plating Plate meals into trays according to recipe and portion specifications
Work with portioning equipment & technology
Follow detailed instructions for different menu items and dietary requirements
Quality & Accuracy Verify that each meal meets quality and visual standards before moving forward
Check for correct ingredients, portions, and labeling
Remove and flag any items that do not meet standards
Production Support Work efficiently to meet daily production goals and timelines
Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe workstation
Restock ingredients and supplies as needed during shifts
Team Collaboration Work closely with kitchen staff and supervisors to keep production running smoothly
Communicate any issues, delays, or supply needs in real time