Substitute Kitchen Assistant

Valid8 Financial, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Hot Bread Kitchen is seeking a Substitute Kitchen Assistant to support its culinary training programs. This part-time role involves hands-on kitchen assistance during training sessions, ensuring proper setup, cleanliness, and support for instructors. Ideal candidates have culinary experience and the ability to engage effectively with diverse participants.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in professional kitchens/production environments.
• Ability to take instruction and ask clarifying questions.
• Spanish speaking ability is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Culinary Instructor and Assistant Instructor in training programs.
• Setup kitchen before training and ensure cleanliness post-training.
• Provide hands-on support during culinary training sessions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail oriented

Conflict resolution

Job description

Since 2008, Hot Bread Kitchen has empowered New Yorkers who face barriers to economic opportunities through transformative careers in New York City’s food industry. We offer small business development programs, culinary skills training, and job placement, bolstered by individualized wraparound supportive services. Our small business program, HBK Incubates, supports entrepreneurs as they transform their food businesses into sustainable income sources. Culinary Fundamentals, our award-winning culinary training program provides access to high-quality jobs for those starting their careers in the food industry. Our upskilling programs enable incumbent workers to gain further skills leading to higher wages and career advancement. We work diligently alongside our network of over 200 food employer partners and more than 250 nonprofit and government partners to ensure our graduates are set up for success both at home and in their careers.

OPPORTUNITY

Hot Bread Kitchen is seeking a Substitute Kitchen Assistant to support the delivery of our workforce training programs on an as-needed basis to provide temporary support for our culinary team. Our hands-on kitchen training programs range from 5 to 8 weeks per cohort and are designed to prepare participants for entry-level jobs in the culinary industry. This position entails assisting the Lead Culinary Instructor and Assistant Instructor in all aspects of our program, including the setup, execution, and clean-up of the kitchen during training. The pace of this multifaceted role is fast-moving and requires the ability to effectively engage with diverse groups of program participants. The ideal candidate for this role is someone who has a background in education, particularly in the culinary arts and has worked in the culinary industry. This role will be supervised by the Lead Culinary Instructor.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Kitchen and Support

Pre-Training

Set up the kitchen, preparing each workstation with the supplies, food ingredients, and other materials needed, as instructed by the Lead Culinary Instructor and Assistant Instructor.

During Training

Provide hands-on, in-person kitchen support to Culinary Instructor and Assistant Instructor during the training.

Enforce proper food safety and sanitation in the kitchen.

Prepare ingredients and equipment for cooking demonstrations throughout the day.

Ensure walk-in and dry storage areas are kept clean and organized.

Assist in preparing family meal, as needed.

Post-Training

Ensure daily kitchen set up and clean up and preparation for the following day of training, including storage of leftover ingredients, organization of equipment and kitchen sanitation

Qualifications:

Passion for Hot Bread Kitchen’s mission

A minimum of 1 year experience in professional kitchens/production environments

Demonstrated ability to take instruction and ask clarifying questions

Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural and economic backgrounds

Extremely organized and attentive to detail

Spanish speaking ability is a plus

COMPETENCIES

Detail oriented - verifies important details, ensures there are no surprises or gaps in needed information, has the ability to think a few steps ahead to answer potential questions about the task or project. Aims to leave things better than you found them.

Interpersonal relations - Exhibits respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships with our members and staff. Ensures trust and respect. Recognizes and owns personal impact of their words and actions.

Conflict resolution - Works to resolve differences and maintain work relationships. Works through discomfort of challenging conversations with the goal of resolving issues constructively and reaching the highest objective.

OUR VALUES

We are driven by a feeling of commitment to support our members, teammates, and partners as best as we can. Our culture of equity comes from the many cooks in our kitchen and the diversity of perspectives we each bring. We believe that respect goes a long way in making people feel welcome, accepted, and celebrated. We seek out opportunities for connection and become a stronger team by being in community and prioritizing candor over consensus. The pace of our work and velocity of change can be quick; our entrepreneurialism helps us take optimistic risks and pursue inventive solutions.

LOCATION AND HOURS

This position requires in-person attendance at our facility in Chelsea Market or at one of our outposts. Hours and days will vary depending on the program’s need for coverage.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

This is a part-time temporary position. The rate of pay is $27 per hour.

To Apply

Please include a cover letter and experience-aligned resume including your pronouns. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Apply here at Hot Bread Kitchen’s Applicant Tracking System.

Hot Bread Kitchen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, religion, color, disability, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), age, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Any applicant with a mental or physical disability who requires an accommodation during the application process should contact [e-mail] to request such an accommodation.

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