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Join Our Culinary Team: Chef & Community Educator (Women's Division)

Are you a passionate Chef with a heart for teaching and a commitment to community impact? Do you believe in the transformative power of food and culinary education? Recipe for Change, led by world-renowned Chef and philanthropist Bruno Abate, is seeking dedicated and empathetic Chefs to join our team, working specifically within the women's division in the Cook County Correctional Facility of our program.

In this incredibly rewarding role, you'll have the unique opportunity to blend your culinary expertise with a profound sense of purpose. You will be instrumental in empowering women through hands-on culinary skills training, fostering a sense of dignity and providing valuable tools for their future. Your culinary artistry will shine as you oversee food quality in a modern kitchen equipped with access to fresh and healthy ingredients, ensuring every dish reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence and our belief in every human's right to dignity.

This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to build a truly rewarding career that nourishes both your professional aspirations and personal values.

We are currently looking for both full-time and part-time roles. If you're ready to make a tangible difference, inspire growth, and be part of an organization that champions human dignity through the joy of food, we encourage you to apply.

What Makes a Great Fit for This Role?

• Culinary Excellence: You're a skilled chef with a strong foundation in diverse culinary techniques and a passion for creating delicious, healthy food.
• A Heart for Teaching: You genuinely enjoy sharing your knowledge and patiently guiding others, finding joy in seeing students develop new skills.
• Empathetic & Compassionate: You approach your work with an understanding and respectful demeanor, recognizing the unique journeys of the individuals you'll be teaching.
• Community-Minded: You're driven by a desire to contribute positively to the community and believe in the power of food as a tool for empowerment and dignity.
• Adaptable & Creative: You're comfortable working in a dynamic environment, ready to adapt to different learning styles and creatively solve challenges.
• Strong Communicator: You can clearly explain culinary concepts and build positive rapport with both students and team members.
• Team Player: You thrive in a collaborative setting, working effectively with colleagues to achieve shared goals.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: Your compensation will be commensurate with your experience and expertise.
• Meaningful Work: Join an organization where your daily efforts directly contribute to empowering individuals and fostering dignity within the community.
• Growth Opportunity: Be part of a dynamic non-profit with opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• Flexible Schedule: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer some flexibility in working hours for both full-time and part-time roles.
• Inspiring Environment: Work in a modern kitchen with access to fresh, high-quality ingredients, and collaborate with a passionate team led by a world-renowned chef.
• Truly Rewarding Career: Experience profound professional and personal satisfaction as you help transform lives through the power of culinary education.

How to Apply

Ready to make a difference? Please send your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and passion for this role to: careers@recipeforchangeproject.org

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