Kitchen Manager (KITMGR-01)

Join New Freedom – Where Second Chances Become Bright Futures

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About Us:

At New Freedom, we don’t just believe in second chances—we help people thrive because of them. We are a dynamic, compassionate, and peer-driven community dedicated to empowering justice-involved and formerly incarcerated individuals to successfully rebuild their lives and reintegrate into society.

Our approach blends empathy with action—offering tools, mentorship, and unwavering support that transforms lives, families, and communities. When you join New Freedom, you join a movement that creates personal, societal, and economic change every single day.

If you’re driven by purpose, passionate about people, and ready to make a lasting impact, this is where you belong.

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Why You’ll Love Working Here:

We take care of the people who take care of others. At New Freedom, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive pay – because your impact matters
• Enhanced health insurance- wellness shouldn’t be a burden
• • $0 Medical Plan available and other majority paid by company options
  • $0 primary care co-pay
  • $2,000 - $10,000 FREE Health Reimbursement Account (Plan Type Varies)
• Flexible Spending Account- medical and dependent care options
• Low-cost dental, vision, & supplemental coverage- to further support your health
• Company-paid life insurance & short-term disability – for unexpected needs
• Employee Assistance Program – confidential support for life’s challenges
• Voluntary Pet Insurance – medical assistance for your furry family
• 401(k) with company match – invest in your future while you invest in others
• Generous paid time off – including sick days, holidays, vacations, and more
• Free meals, snacks, drinks, & gym access – fuel your body and mind
• Free onsite training & certifications – CPR, Safety Care, Peer Support, and more

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About the Position

Under the supervision of the Executive Chef/Sous Chef, the Kitchen Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality, safety, and efficiency. This role involves directing the kitchen staff, maintaining inventory, and upholding all health and safety regulations. The Kitchen Manager is responsible for creating a productive and positive work environment, upholding company policies and procedures, and focusing on staff training and development

Your Impact Will Include:

• Lead, train, supervise, and evaluate kitchen staff to ensure high performance, skill development, and a positive work environment.
• Support Executive Chef(s) in planning, preparing, and executing standard and modified menus that meet dietary needs, restrictions, and allergy requirements.
• Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, taste, presentation, and consistency across all meal services.
• Oversee inventory management, including receiving deliveries, rotating stock, labeling products, and monitoring safe storage of food and cleaning chemicals.
• Ensure full compliance with County/State/Federal food safety and sanitation regulations and uphold all daily operational procedures and kitchen logs.
• Maintain kitchen equipment in safe working conditions and lead the team effectively during emergencies to ensure safety and continuity.
• Address and resolve member concerns regarding food quality or service in alignment with organizational values and confidentiality expectations.
• Collaborate with Chef(s) on menu development, staff performance evaluations, conflict resolution, and continuous improvement of kitchen operations.
• Performing additional duties as assigned to support our mission.

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Where You’ll Work:

• Requires satisfactory visual and auditory abilities to safely operate vehicles and communicate effectively
• Requires use of standard office equipment including but not limited to computer-use, monitors/screen, desk, chair, etc.
• Requires frequent use of hands for typing, handling equipment, and reaching
• Requires prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, etc.
• Requires the ability to lift, carry, or move objects up to 30 pounds

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Equal Opportunity Statement

New Freedom Ops LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, a drug-free workplace, and compliant with Veteran and ADA regulations.

"Every day, someone walks out of a prison gate with nothing but a bag of belongings and a hope for a better future. At New Freedom, we meet them at that moment—with open arms, real opportunities, and the belief that their past does not define their potential."