What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chef Coordinator position at Harlem Grown?
About Us
Harlem Grown's mission is to inspire youth to live healthy and ambitious lives through mentorship and hands-on education in urban farming, sustainability, and nutrition.
Harlem Grown operates 13 urban agricultural sites featuring 5 soil-based urban farms, 4 school gardens, 3 hydroponic greenhouses, and a mushroom chamber. All of our sites are located between 122 and 152 Streets in Central Harlem, Manhattan.
Since 2021, our programming has served over 10,000 youth in Harlem, we've produced and distributed over 100,000 servings of food, and diverted over 50,000 pounds of food scraps into local compost operations.
Our Programs
Harlem Grown provides youth and community development programs focused on urban farming, wellness, and sustainability through the lens of racial justice, food justice, social justice, and equity. Our youth focused programs include intensive school partnerships, educational farm tours, a summer camp, a Saturday enrichment program, monthly community events, an afterschool program, and our Mobile Teaching Kitchen. Our community development programs open to all ages include wellness workshops, special events, food scrap collection for composting, and fresh produce distribution to participants, volunteers, and neighborhood residents.
Job Overview
Harlem Grown is seeking a dynamic and skilled Chef Coordinator to support the cooking operations of Harlem Grown's programs, in partnership with another Chef Coordinator and Director of Youth Programs. The Chef Coordinator will lead cooking education programming for Harlem Grown's In-School, After-School, Community, Summer Camp and Mobile Teaching Kitchen programs depending on the season with the support of the cooking and program team. This person has a strong background in culinary arts and food education, particularly in leading hands-on cooking with children and has exceptional communication and organizational skills. In addition to working with children, this role will also lead to culturally responsive, educational cooking classes for adults and seniors though our community programs. In partnership with the Agriculture Team and utilizing our locally grown produce, this role will develop culturally relevant, seasonal and engaging cooking lessons and activities to be led by the cooking team and educators. The Chef Coordinator will also support educators in their own cooking lessons, through material prep, training and / or co-teaching. This role reports to the Director of Youth Programs.
Key Responsibilities
Culinary Education & Instruction
- Develop and lead engaging, hands-on cooking classes for children, teens, adults, and seniors.
- Design culturally relevant menus that promote healthy eating choices, incorporating fresh vegetables from Harlem Grown's farms when applicable.
- Create and maintain clear lesson plans and recipe records that align with Harlem Grown's educational goals.
- Stay updated on culinary trends and techniques , integrating new and exciting dishes into the curriculum.
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate cooking demonstrations and hands-on classes for various age groups.
- Support and oversee after-school snack planning to ensure alignment with Harlem Grown's mission.
Educator & Staff Training
Mobile Teaching Kitchen & Community Engagement
Inventory, Food Sourcing & Kitchen Organization
Program Administration & Evaluation
Qualifications :
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Compensation Range
55,000-$63,000 USD
At Harlem Grown, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. We are an equal opportunity employer, and are committed to creating a culture of inclusivity, where each individual feels as if their identity, experience, and values are represented and supported. We are dedicated to creating a space where children, especially those of color, are given the opportunity and skills to lead healthy and ambitious lives. We strongly believe in building a team that reflects and appreciates the underrepresented population of students, families, and people that we serve. Become a member of our family.
Salary : $55,000 - $63,000
