Culinary Arts Instructor Location: Teen Center of Excellence Schedule: Part-Time FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Department: Program Management Reports To: Manager, Career and Workforce Readiness Position Overview We are seeking a passionate and experienced Culinary Arts Instructor to lead hands-on culinary programming for youth. This role blends teaching, mentorship, and kitchen management to create a safe, engaging environment where young people build culinary skills and confidence. The ideal candidate is a skilled culinary professional who enjoys working with youth and can manage a teaching kitchen while delivering high-quality instruction. Key Responsibilities Culinary Instruction • Deliver engaging, hands-on culinary lessons (knife skills, food prep, recipe execution) • Lead cooking demonstrations and interactive learning experiences • Develop and adapt curriculum to meet diverse learning needs • Organize instructional materials and recipes Kitchen Management • Maintain a clean, organized, and fully operational teaching kitchen • Ensure compliance with all food safety and sanitation standards (ServSafe) • Manage inventory, food ordering, and cost control • Oversee kitchen equipment and coordinate maintenance as needed Youth Engagement • Build positive relationships and mentor youth participants • Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment • Encourage participation and personal development • Support field trips, events, and enrichment activities Safety & Compliance • Follow all health, safety, and licensing requirements • Respond appropriately to incidents and complete required documentation • Maintain compliance with organizational and regulatory standards Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree preferred; culinary degree or equivalent experience required • Minimum 3–5 years of culinary, teaching, or training experience • Experience working in commercial or teaching kitchens • Current ServSafe Certification (or ability to obtain) • Strong organizational, communication, and classroom management skills • Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office and data systems) Physical Requirements • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds • Comfortable working in varying kitchen temperatures • Ability to stand and move for extended periods