Top 169 Culinary lead Jobs in Tampa, Fl

Meal Prep Associate
FitEx Meals —Tampa, FL
- $17 - $21 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Quality control
- In-person
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Culinary Manger
American Healthcare Management Group —Clearwater, FL
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Lead Line Cook
Bern's Steak House —Tampa, FL
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Restaurant
- Travel reimbursement
- Free parking
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Service Leader
Naked Farmer Careers —Tampa, FL
- Mid-level
- Cash register
- Mentoring
- Profit sharing
- Dental insurance
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General Manager / Assistant
Con Amor —Tampa, FL
- $45,000 - $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
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Head Chef - Kitchen Manager
BOC FRANCHISING LLC —Riverview, FL
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Fast casual restaurant
- Cooking
- Health insurance
- Employee discount
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General Manager - Tampa, FL
Hampton Chocolate Factory —Tampa, FL
- From $60,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- 21 years or older
- Mentoring
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Culinary Operations Partner
Salem's Fresh Eats —Tampa, FL
- $75,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Fast casual restaurant
- Mentoring
- Recruiting
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Executive Chef
Westin Tampa Bay —Tampa, FL
- $110,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Hotel
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Executive Chef
The Westin Tampa Bay —Tampa, FL
- $110,000 - $115,000 a year
- Online Application
- Customer service
- Supervising experience
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Executive Chef
SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment —Tampa, FL
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Sous Chef
Marriott International, Inc —Tampa, FL
- $67,000 - $84,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
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Chef de Cuisine - Market
Marriott International, Inc —Tampa, FL
- $90,000 - $116,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
- On-the-job training
Executive Chef
Main Street Entertainment Group —Tampa, FL
- $70,000 - $85,000 a year
- 12 hour shift
- High school diploma or GED
- Mentoring
- In-person
- Paid training
- Paid time off
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SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)
FISD —Tampa, FL
- $21 - $25 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Mid-level
- School
- Kitchen
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Lead Line Cook-Bayshore
Barcelona Wine Bar —Tampa, FL
- $20 - $24 an hour
- Writing skills
- Basic math
- Mid-level
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Restaurant Manager
LongHorn Steakhouse —Tampa, FL
- Mid-level
- Restaurant
- Dental insurance
- Flextime
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Kitchen Lead
Cocktail St. Pete —Saint Petersburg, FL
- $22 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Sous Chef - Banquets
Marriott International, Inc —Tampa, FL
- $67,000 - $84,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
7d
Catering Chef Lead
Saltblock Hospitality Group —Tampa, FL
- $23 - $27 an hour
- Part-time
- Bilingual
- Management
- Culinary experience
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
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Meal Prep Associate

FitEx Meals -
Tampa, FL

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Job Details

Full-time
$17 - $21 an hour
5 days ago

Benefits

Paid training
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
401(k) matching
Employee discount
403(b)
Opportunities for advancement
Flexible schedule
Referral program

Qualifications

Teamwork
Packing
Moving
High school diploma or GED
Attention to detail
Time management

Full Job Description

Job Summary

FitEx Meals is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented, and health-focused Meal Prep Associate to support daily meal preparation and food production operations. This role is responsible for preparing ingredients, assembling meals according to recipes and portion standards, packaging finished meals, maintaining food quality and freshness, and keeping the kitchen clean and organized. The ideal candidate is hardworking, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced food production environment.

This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy food preparation, nutrition, healthy meals, teamwork, and hands-on kitchen operations.

Common Job Roles

Meal Prep Associate
Meal Preparation Associate
Food Preparation Associate
Meal Prep Team Member
Kitchen Associate
Food Production Associate
Prep Cook
Food Service Associate
Kitchen Team Member
Meal Assembly Associate

Key Responsibilities

Prepare ingredients by washing, cutting, chopping, slicing, weighing, and portioning food items
Follow approved recipes, preparation instructions, and portion-control standards
Assemble healthy meals accurately according to customer orders and meal plans
Measure ingredients and portions using scales and other kitchen equipment
Cook and prepare food according to established quality and safety procedures
Package prepared meals using appropriate containers and packaging materials
Label meals accurately with product information, dates, ingredients, and storage instructions
Check meals for accuracy, presentation, portion size, and overall quality
Monitor food freshness, expiration dates, temperatures, and storage conditions
Follow proper food rotation and first-in, first-out (FIFO) procedures
Maintain clean and sanitary food preparation areas, equipment, utensils, and storage areas
Follow food safety, sanitation, hygiene, and workplace safety procedures
Assist with receiving, organizing, storing, and rotating food deliveries
Maintain adequate supplies of ingredients, packaging materials, and kitchen supplies
Report inventory shortages, damaged products, equipment problems, or food quality concerns to management
Assist with cleaning, sanitizing, opening, and closing kitchen procedures
Work efficiently with kitchen and production team members to meet daily meal production goals
Help maintain accurate production, inventory, and meal preparation records
Perform additional meal preparation, food production, cleaning, and kitchen duties as assigned

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Previous experience in meal preparation, food service, kitchen operations, catering, or food production preferred but not required
Interest in healthy food, meal preparation, nutrition, or wellness
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to follow recipes, portion specifications, and preparation instructions
Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced food production environment
Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks
Ability to lift and move food supplies and boxes as required
Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
Flexible availability, including mornings, weekends, and holidays as operational needs require

Preferred Skills

Previous meal-prep, catering, restaurant, or commercial kitchen experience
Experience with food weighing, portioning, packaging, and labeling
Knowledge of healthy meal preparation and basic nutrition concepts
Experience following standardized recipes and production schedules
Food safety certification where required
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to maintain consistent food quality and portion control
Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented work habits
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
Ability to work efficiently under production deadlines

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay
Employee meal or product discounts where applicable
Flexible scheduling
Paid training and onboarding
Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees where applicable
Paid time off where applicable
Employee wellness and assistance programs where applicable
Supportive and team-oriented work environment
Opportunities for career growth and advancement

Career Growth Opportunities

Develop food preparation, meal assembly, nutrition, food safety, and production skills
Receive training in standardized recipes, portion control, packaging, sanitation, and kitchen operations
Gain experience in large-scale meal production, inventory management, quality control, and food preparation
Opportunities to advance into Lead Meal Prep Associate, Kitchen Lead, Production Supervisor, Kitchen Manager, or other food production leadership roles
Build a rewarding long-term career in meal preparation, food production, nutrition, and wellness

Work Environment

Fast-paced commercial kitchen and meal production environment
Frequent interaction with kitchen staff, production team members, supervisors, delivery personnel, and management
Requires standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, chopping, portioning, packaging, cleaning, and multitasking throughout the shift
May involve working around ovens, stovetops, refrigeration equipment, food preparation tools, and cleaning products
Requires adherence to food safety, sanitation, hygiene, temperature-control, and workplace safety procedures
May require early morning shifts to support daily meal production
Team-oriented workplace focused on healthy meals, consistent quality, food safety, and efficient production

About the Company

FitEx Meals is focused on providing convenient, nutritious, and ready-to-enjoy meal options designed to support active and health-conscious customers. The company emphasizes quality ingredients, consistent meal preparation, portion control, convenience, customer satisfaction, and efficient food production while providing employees with opportunities to develop valuable culinary and food service skills.

How to Apply

Apply through the FitEx Meals careers page or your preferred job platform. Submit an updated resume highlighting your meal preparation, kitchen, food service, catering, nutrition, restaurant, or related experience. Qualified candidates may be invited for an interview. Employment may be subject to background verification and other pre-employment requirements as permitted by law.

Pay: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
403(b)
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Referral program

Work Location: In person

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culinary lead jobs in tampa, fl

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