This role follows a Night shift schedule, working from 6:00 PM to 4:30 AM, with designated days off on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

Home Chef's newest location is located at: 1701 E Patapsco Ave, Baltimore, MD 21226

A successful Production Associate will have

• a positive attitude, reliable transportation, and willingness to move between tasks when needed
• strong attention to detail while picking ingredients throughout the assembly process
• an ability to visually inspect produce
• an ability to stand for long periods of time
• an ability to lift (less than 50 pounds)
• a willingness to work in a refrigerated environment for the entire shift (34-36F)

Orientation + Onboarding Requirements 

Once you join the team, there is a strict 2-week onboarding window where you will be expected to be present every scheduled work day.  Orientations are typically on Wednesdays, starting at 7:15am. 

GMP Adherence 

We follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and all of our associates are required to keep our customers safe.  Please note restricted items:

• Piercings or dermals 
• Fake nails, nail polish, and/or acrylic nails 
• Watches, bracelets, or other jewelry 
• Fake eyelashes and/or excessive make-up
• Weapons (including box cutters) 

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

This role follows a Day shift schedule, working from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM, with designated days off on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday.

Home Chef's newest location is located at 1701 E Patapsco Ave, Baltimore, MD 21226

• a positive attitude, reliable transportation, and willingness to move between tasks when needed
• strong attention to detail while picking ingredients throughout the assembly process
• an ability to visually inspect produce
• an ability to stand for long periods of time
• an ability to lift less than 50 pounds
• a willingness to work in a refrigerated environment for the entire shift (34-36F) - you are encouraged to dress for the cold!

• Piercings or dermals
• Fake nails, nail polish, and/or acrylic nails
• Watches, bracelets, or other jewelry
• Fake eyelashes and/or excessive make-up
• Weapons (including box cutters)

• 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

This role follows a Day shift schedule, working from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM, with designated days off on Wednesday, 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

This role follows a Day shift schedule, working from 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with designated days off on Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday.

Reach Truck Operator schedules are identified below. Reach Truck Operators are hired into one (1) of the schedules.

Actual schedules available may vary based on site needs at the time.

Reach Truck Operators are primarily responsible for the movement of all received pallets through the facility, owning correct FEFO/FIFO as they manage organization of storage and proper rotation. They handle the loading of finished goods, transfers, and donations pallets on outbound trailers; keeping meticulous load diagrams. The operators perform all tasks and duties  in a safe, timely, and organized manner in accordance with SOPs and Home Chef's commitment to safety first, quality always.

Detailed Responsibilities

Receiving

• Ensure inbound trailers have been safely secured per safety guidelines prior to unloading.
• Unload pallets and stage in designated areas on dock for receiving and QA inspection.
• Palletize all mixed products onto separate pallets to assist with accuracy of inspection and receipt.
• Upon completion of receipt, scan pallets and ensure they have both QA sticker and Receiving License Plate and that the License Plate is fully completed.  Haul those tagged pallets to the correct storage location. 
• If there are older pallets of like product in elevated storage locations, the operator must rotate that down into the selection position and place the newly received pallet in an elevated storage location as close to the selection bin as possible.  This helps with inventory counting and item rotation for future shifts.
• Keep the dock clear of debris by cleaning up while working.  This precludes safety risks and food safety concerns.
• Keep pallets and receiving tools organized on the dock.

Production Support

• Verify all products being issued to production teams against drop list, production sheet, or boxing call out to preclude introducing the wrong product into assembly or portioning.
• Keep production drop zones stocked per guidelines communicated by lead/supervisor.
• Keep drop zones clean, organized, and free of debris or broken pallets.
• Ensure all pallets being returned to locations are not mixed and all boxes are taped and labeled per our food safety requirements. 

Shipping

• Ensure outbound trailer has been safely secured per safety guidelines and inspecting for debris, holes, pests, or temperature deviations prior to loading.
• Identify pallets to be loaded from the applicable staging area.
• Load pallets and complete load diagrams accurately.
• Seal truck and turn load diagram in to lead/supervisor for driver pick up.
• Remove the safety device once paperwork is turned in so the driver can hook up to the designated trailer upon arrival.
•  Keep the dock clear of debris by cleaning up while working.  This precludes safety risks and food safety concerns.
• Keep pallets and shipping tools organized on the dock.

Organize Warehouse

• Keep the warehouse organized by ensuring all products go back to the proper location after use.
• Keep items grouped together for easier location of product.  No mixed pallets in storage or pick bays.   
• Uses the reach truck to pull down existing pallets in higher elevations to put the newest product in those double or drive in locations PRIOR to placing newly received product in those storage locations. 
• Proactively ensures that older products are rotated down to floor selection/pick positions for quick retrieval by warehouse associates or inventory to supply production in an expedient manner. 
• Proactively keeps the selection/pick positions replenished to minimize downtime for warehouse associates to fulfill production requests.
• Remove broken pallets or empty pallets from selection bins as applicable.  
• Sort broken pallets from usable ones.  Stacking all usable pallets in quantities of 10-15 and wrapping in designated color.  All bad pallets are wrapped in red or designated color  and placed on a pallet trailer or designated area until removed from the facility.  All good stacks of pallets will be placed in the racks together for ease of counting.
• Assist with preparing all products on pallets for hold, donations, resale, or returning to the vendor.  This includes stacking, wrapping, tagging, and hauling to designated areas for disposition.

Support other Warehouse functions

• We are one team. Team members are expected to assist with completing any function needed for our company to deliver finished goods to the customer. This includes using all other equipment certified on, performing all warehouse tasks, or assisting other departments to get the job done for the day.

General Responsibilities

• Follow all safety procedures throughout execution of all tasks.  This includes, but is not limited to, performing pre-shift equipment checks for all equipment used and wearing required PPE. Safety first!
• Follow the facility GMPs and help enforce them throughout the facility.
• Sign for all equipment needed to perform your duties.  Ensure these are signed back in upon completion of shift. 
• Support the efforts of the company to maintain our food safety system (SQF) and quality programs. Quality always!  Forklift/Reach truck operators own the proper organization of all goods in the warehouse.  They are expected to be versed on all warehouse SOPS regarding this.
• Be respectful of others.  Team members are expected to carry themselves in a professional manner in all situations and at all times.

Qualifications

• Previous experience using standup counterbalance forklift / reach truck preferred.
• General high school degree, or equivalent, (e.g. GED).
  
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must have floor presence and be able to stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours

More About Us

Ilir Sela started Slice with the belief that local pizzerias deserve all of the advantages of major franchises without compromising their independence. Starting with his family’s pizzerias, we now empower over tens of thousands of restaurants with the technology, services, and collective power that owners need to better serve their digitally minded customers and build lasting businesses. We’re growing and adding more talent to help fulfill this valuable mission. That’s where you come in.

The Challenge to Solve

Buying affordable, high quality supplies is one of the biggest challenges facing local independent restaurants today; they pay higher prices than franchises and often must use outdated systems to place & receive their orders. Slice’s "The Goods" seeks to solve this challenge by empowering local restaurant owners to order high-quality supplies at unmatched prices, on demand, in just a few clicks.

The Role

Your day will be fast-paced and will include the following tasks:

• Delivering supplies (ex: pizza boxes, paper bags, plastic cutlery kits) to our customers via Slice delivery vans
• Maintaining a positive & professional attitude when interacting with customers
• Supporting daily warehouse operations including picking, packing, loading and unloading, and palletizing
• Learning to operate and supporting high-volume digital printers for corrugated cardboard (training provided!)
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized warehouse and production environment

Salary Range: $22 per hour

The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.

The Winning Recipe

These are the core competencies this role calls for:

• 1-2 years of delivery, warehouse, or other relevant experience
• Valid US Driver's License + clean driving record 
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with team members & customers 
• Physically capable of lifting ~50 lbs, and engaging in physical work safely for the duration of the shift; this includes standing, crouching, bending & reaching
• Reliable attendance on working days 

The Hiring Process

Here’s what we expect the hiring process for this role to be, should all go well with your candidacy. This entire process is expected to take 1-2 weeks to complete and you’d be expected to start on a specific date.

• Application
• 15 minute introductory meeting with Recruiter
• 30 minute warehouse visit with a member of The Goods
• Background check
• Offer!

Pizza brings people together. Slice is no different. We’re an Equal Opportunity Employer and embrace a diversity of backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, national origin, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state, or local law. We are also proud members of the Diversity Mark NI initiative as a Bronze Member.

Job Summary: 

As a stylist, you are a true gorjana ambassador! Wearing, layering, and styling looks for our customers. You demonstrate a genuine passion for creating an elevated customer experience in our retail stores. Your goal is to bring brand awareness, product knowledge and the art of layering to life through intentional customer service. 

Your Day to Day Includes: 

Customer Service: 

• You approach guests proactively in a warm and welcoming manner to help make a difference in their day. We love interacting with our customers and demonstrate confidence in approaching them.
• You are a brand ambassador, eager to share your passion for gorjana with others.
• You curate memorable experiences for each guest, surprising and delighting them with our service standards.
• You deliver exceptional customer experience to ensure we create brand loyalty and build a lasting relationship with all of our customers.
• You are aware of customers at all times and are responsible for holding keys to caselines in accordance with best practices and LP strategies.
• You are solution-oriented, using the resources available to you to handle customer concerns in the moment and seek partnership if needed to ensure the customer leaves fully satisfied with their experience in store with us.
• You may be asked to deescalate/report customer service concerns or incidents as they occur from time to time, along with submitting an incident report.

Styling:

• You wear your gorjana jewelry to work each day, creatively layering stacks to inspire guests and demonstrating gStyle standards at all times.
• You develop expertise in our collections and product offerings to guide guests through styling decisions, using tools and resources to ensure the customer is informed & educated on the products.
• You confidently present curated styling choices to guests highlighting intentionality, versatility and personalization to the customers needs.

Sales:

• You leverage deep product knowledge and elevated, intentional language to drive meaningful connections and results.
• Conversion underpinned by authenticity is key - we don’t force or compete for sales, we turn every footstep into an opportunity to create a lasting experience for the customer, and win as a team
• You are self-motivated and seek to better your personal performance and that of your team on a daily basis.
• You take pride in owning your individual performance progress and utilize internal resources as a means to further develop your sales skills.
• You champion team success and customer satisfaction by participating in and encouraging team-selling on the sales floor.

Collaboration:

• You contribute to our people-first approach by being positive, helpful, and respectful to others.
• You exhibit a team player mentality and enjoy working with team mates towards a common goal.
• You look for opportunities to pitch-in, whether it is to support your team, store leadership or the customer your initiative is what drives you.
• You thrive off receiving feedback and use it as a tool for personal and professional growth. Respecting the direction given by leadership is an important part of our collective success.

Operations: 

• You are comfortable leveraging technology (POS) to support daily store operations and pay close attention to timelines and updates as it relates to technology and systems in your role.
• You maintain floor standards by following visual directives and take pride in maintaining our beautiful store environment.
• You take initiative restocking and completing tasks in downtime to support store and sales readiness.
• You help fulfill Buy Online, Pick Up In Store (BOPIS) and Same Day Delivery orders (SHIPSI), ensuring every customer enjoys a smooth and convenient shopping experience.
• You will assist with receiving weekly allocation shipments in a timely manner to ensure the right items hit our floor at the right time.
• You are mindful of service standards and processes, keeping our policies front of mind when servicing the customer.
• You take great care with team equipment, and utilize best-practices when it comes to handling and securing tech.
• You may be asked to open and close the store which would require responsibility for a store key and alarm code.
• You may be asked to assist with the labeling or re-ticketing of items as needed.

There may be times when you are asked to help facilitate additional duties in the store, or may serve as a point-of-contact for Business Partners in the absence of a Manager being present. Some of these duties are outlined below, however this is not an exhaustive list.

• You conduct weekly cycle counts with an attention to detail in order to maintain inventory accuracy and support effective product allocations from our studio.
• You execute monthly floorset directives that highlight new product launches and our Southern California, timeless yet modern roots. You may be asked to submit floorset pictures to corporate for approval.
• You handle weekly cash deposits with precision, making sure everything is counted, balanced, and deposited smoothly.
• You facilitate the weekly return of warranty items to the Warehouse, ensuring all shipments are prepared, documented, and sent on schedule. 
• You contact and utilize the appropriate business partners for resources and guidance as needed.

Job Requirements: 

• Love for the gorjana brand
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must have the flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends or holidays as needed by the business
• Ability to lift or move at least 50 lbs 
• Ability to bend, squat, twist, and reach
• Ability to stand and/or walk for at least 6 hours per shift
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country in which the store is located
• Ability to open or close the store

At gorjana, you can expect:

Perks: 

• On-site training, development, and mentorship
• Internal growth opportunities and  pathways to leadership
• Generous employee discount and Monthly Product Allowance 
• Amazing company culture 
• Competitive Wages & Performance-based increases

Benefits: 

• Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance*
• Paid Time Off*
• 401K program, with employer match and matching program* 

Compensation: 

• Hourly wage between $20-23
• Commission, based on personal sales

*eligibility qualifiers may apply

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