Program Chef (Education and Workforce TEP)

Goddard Riverside; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

Goddard Riverside in Manhattan offers a seasonal Program Chef role within the Summer Teen Expansion Program, leading hands-on cooking experiences that teach practical culinary skills and teamwork.

You'll prepare weekly meals for teens, run a structured cooking club, and uphold safe food handling and a clean kitchen while supporting youth development.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary programming for the Summer Teen Expansion Program.
• Prepare weekly meals for program participants.
• Teach hands-on cooking and foster teamwork among teens.
• Maintain safe food handling and a clean kitchen.

Job description

Intro/Program Description

Goddard Riverside is a well-established Manhattan community-based agency with an annual operating budget of approximately $ 50 million. Goddard Riverside is one of New York City’s leading human service organizations meeting the basic needs of children, youth and families, homeless people, and older adults across Manhattan and New York City.

Position Summary

The Summer Teen Expansion Program (TEP) provides structured evening and weekend programming for teens ages 13–19, offering recreational, educational, and enrichment activities designed to promote leadership, creativity, and positive youth development. Through hands‑on workshops, mentorship, and collaborative projects, participants build social skills, confidence, and connections to their community. TEP staff work together to create a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment where young people can explore interests, develop new skills, and celebrate their achievements.

Program Chef Role

The Program Chef leads culinary programming for the Summer Teen Expansion Program (TEP) by designing and facilitating hands‑on cooking experiences that teach youth practical culinary skills, creativity, and teamwork. The Program Chef prepares weekly meals for program participants while also leading a structured cooking club where teens learn cooking techniques, explore global cuisines, and develop confidence in the kitchen.

This role combines culinary instruction, youth engagement, and program facilitation, while maintaining safe food handling practices and a clean, organized kitchen environment.

Schedule

Sunday-Saturday (Varies), 20 hours per week (seasonal)

Hourly Rate

$20.00/hr