Head Chef, In-School (No Nights/Weekends), NYC

What do we do Red Rabbit is a Black-owned School Food Management Company in the country. We work with hundreds of schools, districts, and food banks to uplift communities of color throughout the North East and Mid-Atlantic Regions. Our professionally trained chefs create menus, source farm fresh ingredients, and cook delicious, thoughtful, and familiar food. School food matters not only because it’s integral to good health, but because what children eat is an essential part of their cultural identity and sense of self. About the Role The Head Chef position is an exciting opportunity for a talented and seasoned chef looking to transition to meaningful, impactful work. The Head Chef directs the day-to-day operations of a 3 - 7 person school cafeteria kitchen preparing meals for hundreds of kids. The ideal candidate has strong culinary skills, is comfortable with office-work, and enjoys interacting with customers. A strong emphasis will be placed on candidates’ ability to train and motivate their team. Must share our passion for creating equity in the school cafeteria. Job Functions Leadership Train and coach kitchen team members to enhance their skills and performanceDevelop team members through ongoing mentoring and support.Create a positive and cohesive team environment that promotes retention and high performance. Culinary Management Oversee daily culinary operations to ensure consistent and high-quality food preparation.Maintain a food-safe kitchen at all times by adhering to health and safety standards.Perform quality control checks on all menu items to ensure consistency and integrity.Optimize food costs through efficient inventory management and creative menu planning. Administration Follow production schedules to ensure timely meal preparation and service.Track and submit consumption numbers and daily compliance reports accurately.Manage facility maintenance projects to ensure a safe and functional kitchen environment. Customer Care Build and maintain strong relationships with the school community, including teachers, administrators, and parents.Attend school meetings to stay informed and engaged with the school community.Educate the school community about culinary and nutrition topics through presentations in the cafeteria. Skills & Requirements 3+ years professional culinary experience in a fast paced, high volume kitchen1+ years supervisory/management experienceBachelor degree in culinary arts a plusDemonstrated knowledge of proper food safety and sanitation practicesMust be comfortable using software/apps/spreadsheets to track and report dataMust have excellent communication skills and be extremely well organizedFamiliarity with NSLP compliance requirements a plusMust share our passion for improving nutrition and health in schoolsBilingual (English and Spanish) a plusServeSafe Certificate required within 90 days of Hire. (Reimbursement available) Additional Information Job Type: Full Time Typical Hours: Monday - Friday approx- 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM Location: NYC Reports to: District Manager Compensation: $50,000 - $60,000 Benefits Generous PTOHealth, Dental, Vision Insurance401k OptionPaid Professional DevelopmentEducation Reimbursement OpportunitiesPaid Family LeaveDisability Insurance CoveragePaid Summer Flex Program About The Company Founded in 2005, Red Rabbit is an MWBE-certified K–12 school food management company on a mission to transform school dining. We believe that serving diverse, high-quality meals to children in urban communities is about more than food, it’s about dignity, representation, and opportunity. Our professionally trained chefs work in commissaries and onsite in school cafeterias, preparing scratch-made, culturally relevant meals that reflect the heritage and lived experiences of the students we serve. We don’t just deliver food...we become part of the school community. Today, Red Rabbit prepares and serves millions of meals each year across the Greater New York region, New Jersey, Philadelphia, and Washington, DC. If you’re passionate about food, community, and making an impact every day, we’d love to meet you. Red Rabbit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, or sexual orientation. #J-18808-Ljbffr