Culinary Operations Coordinator

2 weeks ago


Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Red Rabbit LLC Full time

Culinary Operations Coordinator

Company Overview

Red Rabbit is a Black-owned School Food Management Company dedicated to enhancing the lives of communities of color across the North East and Mid-Atlantic Regions. Since our inception in 2005, we have partnered with numerous schools, districts, and food banks to provide nourishing meals that reflect cultural identities.

Role Overview

We are seeking a meticulous and proactive Culinary Operations Coordinator to support our in-school initiatives. This position reports directly to the school chef and is integral in forecasting daily meal needs, accurately documenting consumption metrics, and ensuring adherence to dietary guidelines, particularly concerning allergens, in collaboration with our Compliance Team. The coordinator will play a vital role in facilitating efficient service line operations, working closely with school personnel and cafeteria staff to ensure meals are appealingly presented and distributed effectively. Upholding food safety protocols is essential, including proper handling procedures, temperature monitoring, and maintaining a clean kitchen environment to guarantee a safe dining experience for students.

This position offers a unique opportunity to engage in various facets of a progressive culinary operation and gain insights into logistics and data management within a dynamic entrepreneurial setting.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The perfect candidate will possess a background in data management and operational processes, excel in relationship-building, demonstrate exceptional communication skills, and have a strong commitment to food justice within communities of color.

Key Responsibilities

1. Data Management: Responsible for predicting meal quantities at the beginning of each day and accurately recording actual consumption figures at day’s end. Collaborate with the Compliance Team as needed to input partner data into the system and ensure accurate reporting of allergy counts.

2. Service Line Coordination: The Culinary Operations Coordinator is crucial in ensuring meals are attractively presented and that the service line operates seamlessly. A thorough understanding of meal schedules and student attendance is necessary to comply with counting protocols. Interaction with partners, including school staff and cafeteria workers, is essential for effective meal distribution.

3. Food Safety Compliance: Responsible for maintaining high food safety standards during service and in the kitchen. This includes adhering to proper food handling protocols, monitoring temperatures, and ensuring that all food is prepared and handled in a sanitary manner. The coordinator will also assist in maintaining overall kitchen cleanliness and organization to ensure a safe working environment.

Additional Information

Job Type: Full Time
Typical Hours: Monday - Friday, approximately 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Reports to: Head Chef
Compensation: $17 - $21 per hour
Benefits:

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401k Option
  • Paid Professional Development
  • Education Reimbursement Opportunities
  • Paid Family Leave
  • Disability Insurance Coverage

About Red Rabbit

Founded in 2005, Red Rabbit is a black-owned, MWBE Certified, K-12 school food management company that believes in the importance of providing children with diverse and nutritious meals as a matter of social justice. We celebrate the rich cultural backgrounds of the students we serve by preparing meals that reflect their heritage. Our professionally trained chefs work within school cafeterias to create culturally relevant meals that become an integral part of the school community. From our kitchens, we prepare and deliver thousands of heritage-based, scratch-made meals to various regions.

Red Rabbit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, or sexual orientation.



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