Home Chef

Home Chef

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Chicago, IL
1,815 Total Employees
Year Founded: 2013

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Brigid Hogan Brigid Hogan
Published on April 26, 2024

Home Chef’s Secret Ingredient? Cross-Functional Collaboration

Home Chef’s new ready-to-heat brand Tempo serves new possibilities to consumers, made possible by the tight-knit product and engineering teams on their mission to make cooking achievable and accessible for all.

Kim Conway Kim Conway
Updated on April 24, 2024

Putting the ‘Human’ in HR at Home Chef

Between the implementation of a translation device in plant locations to benefits that reflect and adapt to the needs of employees, Home Chef is taking a holistic approach to supporting team members.

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Brooke Becher Brooke Becher
Updated on May 01, 2024

35 Innovative Food Companies to Know

These food companies use technology to change how we eat.

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Author Unknown
Updated on May 29, 2024

52 Companies in Chicago Pushing the City to New Heights

Check out this list of the top companies making Chicago a vibrant tech hub.

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Alyssa Schroer Alyssa Schroer
Updated on May 22, 2024

50 Companies in Downtown Chicago You Should Know

Downtown Chicago is home to some of the world’s top tech companies. Here are a few.

Brooke Becher Brooke Becher
Updated on May 01, 2024

35 Innovative Food Companies to Know

These food companies use technology to change how we eat.

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Brigid Hogan Brigid Hogan
Updated on April 26, 2024

Home Chef’s Secret Ingredient? Cross-Functional Collaboration

Home Chef’s new ready-to-heat brand Tempo serves new possibilities to consumers, made possible by the tight-knit product and engineering teams on their mission to make cooking achievable and accessible for all.

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Kim Conway Kim Conway
Updated on April 24, 2024

Putting the ‘Human’ in HR at Home Chef

Between the implementation of a translation device in plant locations to benefits that reflect and adapt to the needs of employees, Home Chef is taking a holistic approach to supporting team members.

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Brigid Hogan Brigid Hogan
Updated on April 23, 2024

Summer Tech Watch: 26 National Enterprises to Know

As summer is heating up, so too is the nation’s tech scene. Check out 26 enterprises that reward their employees with standout perks and benefits.

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Author Unknown
Updated on April 03, 2024

Shape Your Future at 12 Chicago Companies Hiring Now

Madden and Hendricks are just a few of the Chicago tech professionals that boast a collaborative culture at each of their companies. We connected with leaders from 10 other companies to get a sense of their respective cultures, what they enjoy about their roles and what they’re excited to accomplish in the future.

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Author Unknown
Updated on April 03, 2024

Built In's Featured Companies of the Month

These 11 companies are making creative impacts on the Chicago tech scene.

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Sunny Betz Sunny Betz
Updated on April 01, 2024

35 Food Delivery Companies Putting Dinner on the Table

Hungry for delivery? These companies deliver meals and more straight to your door.

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Author Unknown
Updated on March 07, 2024

Standout Cultures: Built In Chicago’s 3 Featured Companies of the Month

Behind each of these companies’ achievements are generous benefits and unifying cultures that boost professional development and inclusion.

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Kimberly Valentine Kimberly Valentine
Updated on January 29, 2024

Summer Tech Watch: 30 Chicago Companies to Know

As summer is heating up, so too is Chicago’s tech scene. Check out 30 companies that reward their employees with standout perks and benefits.

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Author Unknown
Updated on November 30, 2023

Winter Tech Watch 2023: 8 Chicago Companies to Know

Temperatures may be dropping, but these Chicago tech companies are warming up for an exciting new year. Here are the ones to watch.

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Brigid Hogan Brigid Hogan
Updated on October 26, 2023

Home Chef’s Secret Ingredient? Cross-Functional Collaboration

Home Chef’s new ready-to-heat brand Tempo serves new possibilities to consumers, made possible by the tight-knit product and engineering teams on their mission to make cooking achievable and accessible for all.

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Olivia McClure Olivia McClure
Updated on April 28, 2023

Home Chef is Helping Close the Gap Between Men and Women in the Workplace

Learn how the company empowers women to overcome the “broken rung” by giving them the resources and support they need to thrive — personally and professionally.

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Author Unknown
Updated on November 30, 2022

What Keeps Tech Workers at a Company for the Long Haul?

If you’re ready to stop job hopping and start building a career then these are the companies you need to know.

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Olivia McClure Olivia McClure
Updated on August 09, 2022

Built In Chicago’s Featured Companies of September

The Chicago tech scene is filled with many major industry players. We’ve rounded up eight of the city’s top tech companies.

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Kim Conway Kim Conway
Updated on March 24, 2022

Putting The ‘Human’ in HR at Home Chef

Between the implementation of a translation device in plant locations to benefits that reflect and adapt to the needs of employees, Home Chef is taking a holistic approach to supporting team members.

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Avery Komlofske Avery Komlofske
Updated on January 05, 2022

Diverse Teams Do Better. Here’s How to Build One.

Hiring people from different backgrounds spurs innovation and creativity — these companies are proving it.

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Author Unknown
Updated on September 30, 2021

Chicago’s Featured Companies of the Month

Looking for a workplace that stands out amongst the rest? These two companies might be the place for you.

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Author Unknown
Updated on July 27, 2021

Variety Is the Spice of Life: Why Home Chef Is Leading the Way in DEI

Three top employees discuss how brand-new initiatives and revitalized ERGs are empowering a more diverse workforce than ever before.

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Author Unknown
Updated on January 29, 2021

Should You Hire a Dedicated DEI Leader? Two Chicago Leaders Weigh In.

We sat down with Carla Dawson, chief human resources officer at financial technology company OCC, and Pat Vihtelic, founder and CEO at meal kit and delivery service Home Chef to learn a little bit about how they knew it was time to hire a dedicated, full-time DEI leader. Dawson and Vihtelic share how their respective DEI leader’s positions came about, the qualities they looked for when interviewing potential candidates and the role executive leadership played throughout the process. 

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Author Unknown
Updated on December 01, 2020

How Fresh Ideas Keep 1 Company Close-Knit While Working Remotely

How has Home Chef bolstered its company culture while remote? Built In Chicago sat down with three leaders to learn how the company has supported employee bonding, professional development and well-being in a challenging time. 

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Author Unknown
Updated on September 02, 2020

How Data Drives Marketing Strategy at These Chicago Tech Companies

We talked with three Chicago marketing leaders to see how data drives their marketing strategies.

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Author Unknown
Updated on June 28, 2020

Table Tech: These 27 Chicago Companies Are Changing the Food Industry

Home to one of the country's most vibrant food scenes, it shouldn't come as a surprise that Chicago has a plethora of thriving food tech companies. Here's what those companies are up to.

Author Unknown
Updated on June 14, 2019

No growing pains here: 4 Chicago tech companies share how they navigated rapid growth

We spoke with each team to learn how their companies have evolved alongside Chicago’s tech scene and where they plan to take their teams from here.

Author Unknown
Updated on May 08, 2019

Start saving: These 5 Chicago tech companies offer 401(k)s

Saving early is the key to a successful retirement, but mustering the discipline to set money aside is often harder than it sounds.

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Author Unknown
Updated on December 18, 2018

From front door to grocery stores, how Home Chef grew out of its humble origins

Home Chef's first delivery came out of the back of a U-Haul. After years of resourcefulness and hustle, the meal kit delivery company has now scaled to more than 1,200 employees with production facilities around the country. We spoke to three leaders to learn more. 

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Author Unknown
Updated on April 04, 2018

Make your move: 8 fast-growing Chicago companies hiring now

Big career dreams are all well and good, but what’s your plan for taking the leap to actually make it happen?

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Author Unknown
Updated on March 02, 2018

50 Chicago startups to watch in 2015

Author Unknown
Updated on January 04, 2018

Got resolutions? These 8 Chicago tech companies will help you stick to them

Chicago tech companies offer a ton of tools to help you stay on track for your New Year's resolutions.

Author Unknown
Updated on August 16, 2017

2017 Moxie Awards: Startup of the Year

Author Unknown
Updated on September 29, 2016

Chicago's home cooking darling raises $40M Series B

Chicago-based meal kit delivery service Home Chef announced on Thursday that it has raised a $40 million Series B round.

Author Unknown
Updated on August 24, 2016

Home Chef announces massive expansion, now available for 90 percent of the US

Home Chef, a food-delivery startup that provides ready-to-cook meal kits with fresh, pre-portioned ingredients, recently announced it has expanded its area of service dramatically, now available to 90 percent of consumers in the US.

Author Unknown
Updated on August 24, 2016

Home Chef cooks up $10M Series A

Just weeks after announcing a massive expansion that extended service to 90 percent of the United States, Home Chef has cooked up another smokin’ hot headline. This week, the Chicago-based startup announced the close of a $10 million Series A.

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8 Days Ago
Chicago, IL
Hybrid
eCommerce • Food • Retail
The Research and Development Chef of Ready to Heat will conceive and create new recipes for the Ready to Heat Home Chef offering that meet nutritional, cost, and ingredient specifications. Responsibilities include developing new meals, evaluating customer feedback, and participating in culinary meetings. The position requires 0-10% travel.
8 Days Ago
Chicago, IL
Hybrid
eCommerce • Food • Retail
The Senior Financial Data Analyst will support the fast paced growth of Home Chef's strategic initiatives through detailed financial analysis, planning and reporting. This role will work closely with finance and data leaders to provide visibility and clear insights into an increasingly complex business model.
12 Days Ago
Chicago, IL
Hybrid
eCommerce • Food • Retail
The Senior Accountant is responsible for maintaining the general ledger, assisting in the month-end close process, collaborating across functions, supporting process improvement initiatives, and applying accounting standards. Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance, 2 years of relevant experience, and a positive attitude.