Assistant Chef Instructor - Soundview

Job Description

Job Description

ASSISTANT CHEF INSTRUCTOR

We are excited to invite a passionate and dedicated Assistant Chef Instructor to join our team! Homes for the Homeless (HFH) is searching for an Assistant Chef Instructor for our Families w/ Children facility located in the Soundview area of Bronx. In this role, you’ll provide operational support to our state-of-the-art culinary center, which is the site of our culinary, baking/pastry, and barista courses. You will be under the guidance of the Lead Chef Instructor, Chef Instructor, and the Director of Culinary Education. Join us and be a part of an organization that values your contribution and cares deeply for the community we serve.

ABOUT HOMES FOR THE HOMELESS:

Homes for the Homeless operates shelters for families experiencing homelessness in NYC. Our family residences are more than just a place to sleep. Families can make the most of their stay through accessing an array of onsite programs. Many of these programs are also available to people living in the local community. Our goal is to have a positive impact so families can thrive long after they leave our shelters.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Chef Instructors with daily class preparation, including pre-class setup.
• Record and maintain accurate class attendance.
• Assist Chef Instructors with hands-on student classes and lead sessions as needed.
• Provide constructive, real-time feedback to students.
• Support inventory management by reviewing beginning and ending inventory with the Lead Chef Instructor.
• Ensure that all equipment and tools are properly cleaned, maintained, and stored.
• Ensure that kitchen is maintained, opened, and closed properly per the guidelines set by the Director.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of a professional culinary school, with a focus on culinary, or 1 year of professional kitchen experience.
• NYC Food Handler’s Certificate
• Experience with Front-of-House Operations (Server, Barista, Manager) preferred.
• Knowledge of baking is preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

COMPENSATION/EEO:

In order to attract and retain a high-performance workforce, Homes for the Homeless offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment, with a focus on ensuring an appropriate work-life balance. In addition to a competitive salary, full-time permanent employees are eligible for excellent benefits including comprehensive health insurance (including medical, dental, and vision), an employer-funded 403(b) retirement plan, commuter benefits, life insurance, Work/Life Assistance Program, 3 weeks paid vacation, 10 sick days, 3 personal days and 12 paid holidays.

Homes for the Homeless is committed to promoting an inclusive organizational environment of dignity and respect. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) committed to equal treatment, and prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on age, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, arrest or conviction, domestic violence victim status, familial status, or any other basis that would be in violation of any applicable federal, state, or local law.

SALARY:

$46,000