Sous Chef

ABOUT US

Rethink Food is a chef-led nonprofit partnering with restaurants to better feed communities.

Through strong partnerships with local restaurants and community-based organizations, we work with a responsive, hyperlocal network that provides culturally celebrated, nutritious meals. Since 2017, we've served over  30 million meals  and reinvested more than  $142 million  into local economies.

Our work falls into three core areas :

• Building the Network :   We connect restaurants, community-based organizations, and food donors to deliver meals where they’re needed most.
• Setting the Example : T hrough our Sustainable Community Kitchen, we demonstrate what dignified, community-centered food access can look like.
• Advocating for Change :   We champion policy and systems change to create a more sustainable, equitable food future for all.

ROLE SUMMARY

The Sustainable Community Kitchen Sous Chef will lead the culinary operations and logistics at the Rethink Sustainable Community Kitchen, overseeing meal production for the Rethink Neighborhood meals portfolio and other contract work. This role involves managing and developing the culinary team, ensuring the highest food quality and sustainability standards. The ideal candidate will embody Rethink’s zero waste / excess production model, demonstrating a deep commitment to sustainability and community support.

RESPONSIBILITIES

QUALIFICATIONS

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE :   Commitment to embodying our values of -

Inventiveness :   At our core, we are relentlessly curious about solving problems. As our name suggests, we’re a team of creative thinkers, but we’re also hands-on doers, challenging norms with humility to find practical solutions that can create lasting change.

Vulnerability :   Guided by an “always be better” mindset, we are a team that intentionally reflects on what we are doing well and where we need to improve. We hold ourselves and each other accountable, every day. No blame, no shame — we just want to be sure we’re always doing the right thing.

Thoughtfulness :   Our vision for a nourished and thriving world starts with nourished and thriving individuals in each of our communities. Our work is centered on the needs of the people that bring our communities to life. We don’t pretend to have all of the answers. We are committed to listening and learning in order to identify and scale solutions that ensure stable and reliable access to healthy food for all so each and every community can thrive.

Kindness :   At Rethink, we show up every day with empathy and compassion and believe everyone should be treated with dignity. Kindness goes a long way — we are all about just being kind

COMPENSATION

The annual salary range for this position is $66,300 - $85,000, depending on experience and education. We also offer a complete benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, PTO, paid holidays, two weeks per year for an organization-wide office closure to recharge, a retirement plan, and a progressive parental leave plan.

HOW TO APPLY

While a degree, certification, and work experience are a plus, we recognize that other life and work experiences may also prepare you for this role. Additionally, research has shown that women and people from underrepresented groups may not apply for jobs if they do not meet 100% of the job qualifications. Please know that no candidate has 100% of the listed job qualifications. Therefore, we encourage you to apply for this position if you believe you can complete the responsibilities.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. However, we have an immediate need to fill the position.  Please submit your application online.