Chief of Staff to COO, Compliance and Finance
About the Company:
Red Rabbit, a Black-owned School Food Management Company, is a leader in providing diverse and nutritious meals to schools, districts, and communities throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic Regions. We celebrate cultural diversity by preparing meals that reflect the heritage of the children we serve, and placing professionally trained chefs in school cafeterias to uphold our commitment to social justice.
Job Overview:
We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Chief of Staff to join our senior leadership team. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this role is multi-faceted and fast paced and provides an opportunity to engage with leaders in the food, social justice and education sectors.
The Chief of Staff is the key liaison between the COO and various departments, helping to prioritize initiatives, manage data and communication, and assist in decision-making. Responsibilities span finance, nutrition and government compliance, and administrative departments.
The ideal candidate has a background in project management, business administration, finance, or a similar field, and excels at “getting things done” in a dynamic entrepreneurial environment. You should have demonstrated experience in managing financial and government compliance, showcasing a keen eye for detail and a commitment to data and systems integrity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Planning: Assisting the COO in developing and implementing long-term strategies and business plans.
- Coordination: Ensuring effective communication and coordination between various departments and teams within the organization.
- Decision Support: Providing valuable insights and information to aid the executive in making informed decisions.
- Project Management: Overseeing key projects and initiatives to ensure they stay on track and align with the organization’s goals.
- Crisis Management: Assisting in handling critical situations and crisis management when necessary.
- Stakeholder Relations: Managing relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external, and representing the COO when needed.
- Streamlining Operations: Identifying opportunities to optimize organizational processes and improve overall efficiency.
- Executive Support: Acting as a confidante and advisor to the executive, providing feedback, and representing them in meetings and events as required.
Skills & Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree required. Masters preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in a finance or compliance role
- Proficiency in spreadsheets and data manipulation
- Passion for culinary arts, and/or education.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and analytical.
- Ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Previous experience in school food management or related fields is a plus.
Job Type: Full Time
Typical Hours: Monday-Friday
Location: Remote 80% (Must live in NY, NJ, PA, D.C.)
Salary: $90,000 - $120,000
Benefits:
- Generous PTO (Up to 5 weeks)
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401k Option provided by Guideline
- Class Pass access to gyms, fitness studios, salons, and spas worldwide
- Professional Development opportunities
- Education Reimbursement Opportunities
- Travel Reimbursements
- Opportunity to work in an uplifting and woman-forward company
About The Company
Founded in 2005, Red Rabbit is a black-owned, MWBE Certified, K-12 school food management company that believes choosing to feed children diverse and nutritious food is an act of social justice. Red Rabbit celebrates all cultures in the urban school cafeteria by preparing meals that reflect the heritage of the kids they serve. The company places professionally trained chefs in the school cafeteria to create culturally relevant meals that become part of the school community.
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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.