Culinary Job Coach Roosters Cafe

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development
• Company parties
  
  
  

Culinary Job Coach Full-Time

Location: Northampton, MA

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm

Pay Rate: $19.00 per hour

As the Culinary Job Coach, you will teach and coach a team of individuals with autism and developmental challenges, helping them gain work experience in a commercial kitchen/café environment.

The Rooster Cafe at ServiceNet's Northampton headquarters is more than just a cafe; it's a hands-on vocational training program designed to provide individuals with autism and developmental challenges the opportunity to build culinary and hospitality skills. Evolving from a simple farmhand lunch service to a full-fledged cafe, the Rooster Cafe serves breakfast and lunch while fostering essential workplace skills in a supportive environment. At the Rooster Cafe, trainees develop expertise in:

• Menu and recipe development.
• Food preparation and kitchen safety.
• Quality, Customer service and cash handling
• Planning and problem-solving
• Punctuality, hygiene, and teamwork.
  
  
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Work alongside café workers to guide and support them in various aspects of their daily work.
• Supervise, coach and mentor culinary trainees and develop their skills related to properly performing work tasks while furthering their culinary education.
• Working with culinary trainees and staff to develop problem solving strategies to facilitate continued growth.
• Collaborate with other staff on the team to provide the best therapeutic work environment.
• Help foster individuals holistically and give them a sense of accomplishment while working in a professional environment.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Experience in culinary arts, food service, or hospitality.
• Passionate about mentoring individuals with autism and developmental disabilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively work with a diverse team.
• Knowledgeable in food safety regulations and ServSafe certified (or willing to obtain)
• Have and maintain a valid Driver’s License for a minimum of 6 months with an acceptable driving record.
• Comfortable with using personal vehicle or driving a company vehicle for transportation tasks.
  
  
  

Benefits:

• Generous PTO (time-off) package.
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance plans.
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Tuition remission for eligible classes.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility and tuition assistance.
• Opportunities for career development and advancement.
• And much more
  
  
  

About ServiceNet

ServiceNet is a compassionate non-profit organization that helps individuals facing challenges such as mental illness, developmental disabilities, brain injuries, homelessness, and substance use issues. With our dedicated staff members, we work together to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

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ServiceNet is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.