Dishwasher

Originally founded in 1991 as Harlem RBI, DREAM has grown to annually serve more than 2,500 youth across East Harlem and the South Bronx through a network of seven PreK-12, extended‑day, extended‑year DREAM Charter Schools and community sports‑based youth development programs. Through our commitment to rigorous academics, social‑emotional learning, deep family and community engagement, and health and wellness, we create lifelong learners who are equipped to fulfill their vision of success in and out of the classroom. We dream big, as well, with an aggressive five‑year plan to expand to serve 3,500 students across seven schools—growing our organization’s impact and leveling the playing field for all children. To learn more, visit wearedream.org. DREAM has partnered with Brigaid to build our own in‑house food service program, which launched in Fall 2023 at our state‑of‑the‑art school in the South Bronx and is expanding to our brand‑new Highbridge location in Fall 2024. At scale, this program will serve breakfast, lunch, and likely dinner to 1,300 students almost 365 days of the year, along with providing curated food programs for DREAM alumni, families, and community members. Reporting to the Director of Special Projects, the Dishwasher who will work closely with the Brigaid Program Chef and DREAM kitchen team to execute DREAM’s vision of a best‑in‑class food and nutrition program. This individual will be responsible for completing daily ware washing and cleaning tasks, ensuring that the kitchen and storage spaces maintain the highest level of organization, cleanliness, and safety. This is an exciting opportunity for someone committed to supporting the community’s engagement with food to help execute a one of a kind food program in service of DREAM’s students and families. Expected weekly hours will be 40‑50 hours per week. Expected daily hours will be between 6AM - 8AM starting time and 2PM - 4PM ending time. Daily hours are subject to change. Responsibilities Daily ware washing, using dish machines and 3 compartment sinks Daily cleaning of equipment, kitchen, and storage areas, including floors Monitoring kitchen garbage cans throughout the day and emptying them as necessary Ensuring food safety, cleanliness and organization standards are maintained to the highest level at all times Assisting with monthly physical inventory of food and supplies Maintaining required records, including those related to food production, purchasing, and inventory, as well as all HACCP documentation, including food safety and temperature logs Monitoring feedback and preferences from students and communicating feedback to the Lead Cook Assisting with special events, such as fundraisers and community meals Interfacing with DREAM students, employees, and leadership from a wide variety of backgrounds, establishing and maintaining relationships with families, students, and school staff and leaders Additional tasks as necessary, including food preparation and service, receiving and storing deliveries, cleaning, and organizing kitchen and storage areas Maintaining DREAM kitchen operating standards and protocols that promote the highest level of food quality, food safety and consistency and adhering to all United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Department of Health (DOH) guidelines and regulations Qualifications At least 1 year of relevant experience in a professional kitchen setting Valid NYC DOH Food Protection Certificate, or the ability to take the self‑paced course and pass the exam prior to starting The ability to learn and adhere to USDA NSLP and Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) standards and regulations Strong understanding of good food safety practices, including warewashing procedures for dish machines and 3 compartment sinks The ability to collaborate on setting and implementing a vision of excellence Strong communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences, including colleagues, students and families Flexibility in accommodating emergencies or changes in schedule The desire and ability to receive and implement feedback A commitment to working with diverse populations of families and students A strong belief in the mission and values of DREAM, including the belief that all students can succeed, and a deep desire to make a difference in the lives of DREAM students, families, and the community Physical Requirements Ability to lift, carry, and push supplies and boxes up to 50 pounds. Ability to stand for long periods of time, bend, kneel, and reach to store/retrieve supplies. Occasional environment exposures to inclement weather. Working Expectations Primary location: 1162 River Ave. in the Bronx Start date: July 1, 2024 Hours vary based on shift assignments Shift assignments can be as early as 7:00am - 3:00pm or as late as 9:00am - 5:00pm Benefits Flexible Medical Health Plans, subsidizing the majority of costs for the employee, their spouse/domestic partner and children; The ability to select between a variety of medical plans according to what best suits the employee’s needs; Dental and vision plans; Disability benefits; Life insurance; Up to 12 weeks fully paid of Parental Leave; Flexible spending account options; Pre‑tax commuter benefits (parking and transit); Fitness and entertainment discounts; A variety of support through our employee assistance program (EAP); 403(b) retirement plan with employer match starting at 4% after one year, with increases tied to DREAM tenure; Referral, performance, and tenure milestone bonuses; Discounted school meals through our in‑house Scratch Food Program; Tuition reimbursement support; Access to a professional development fund; School‑based 12‑month employees have approximately 48 days off throughout the school year including holidays, school breaks, personal days, and wellness days. Benefits are subject to change. Compensation DREAM offers a competitive salary commensurate with relevant experience with the potential for an annual performance‑based increase. The incoming salary range for this position is $40,000-42,000. New hires are typically brought into the organization at a salary closer to the start of the range depending on qualifications and internal equity. All staff are eligible for annual performance‑based increases. Because we value staff tenure in each role, we do not currently cap salary ranges. We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, covering the majority of the employee premium for medical plans and subsidizing the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children. Other benefits include dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time and paid holidays, referral bonuses, professional development, an employee assistance program (EAP) and a 403(b) plan with employer matching up to 4%. DREAM provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact your recruiter. #J-18808-Ljbffr