Kitchen Manager

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 is seeking a dynamic and results-driven individual to serve as Kitchen Manager for DREAM’s culinary program. The Kitchen Manager will work closely with the Program Chef and DREAM’s Chief Operating Officer to execute DREAM’s vision of a best-in-class food and nutrition program. Reporting to DREAM’s Director of Special Projects, the Kitchen Manager will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of DREAM’s kitchen staff, will be responsible for overseeing all administrative and compliance functions, will oversee the kitchen team in daily production, service, and tracking of meals to DREAM students and staff, and support the Program Chef in training the kitchen team on basic cooking techniques, recipes, measurements, food safety, and organization. Candidates must also understand and value DREAM’s comprehensive approach to youth development and inspire, lead, and motivate DREAM staff to drive outcomes that support youth in recognizing their potential and realizing their dreams. Like all DREAM employees, the Kitchen Manager should demonstrate a strong commitment to the mission and values of DREAM and should have substantial expertise in all areas of responsibility.