T25-177 Cafeteria and Cook Training

Chilliwack School District No. 33; Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chilliwack School District No. 33 seeks a full-time culinary arts teacher for Sardis Secondary School. The position includes responsibilities in teaching culinary practices, managing cafeteria services, and facilitating student learning. Applicants must possess relevant certifications and significant teaching experience in culinary disciplines, alongside a strong capacity for classroom management and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Extensive academic training and qualifications in teaching relevant to culinary assignments.
• Knowledge of Ministry of Education's assessment procedures.
• Experience in managing a Cafeteria Food service program.

Responsibilities

• Teaching culinary arts and managing Cafeteria food service program.
• Organizing and facilitating large banquets outside school hours.
• Motivating and supporting struggling learners.

Skills

Teaching in Culinary Arts

Classroom and behavior management

Interpersonal skills

Food costing knowledge

Technology proficiency for instruction

Education

Certification in BC or Inter-Provincial Trade Qualification in cooking and food preparation

FoodSafe Instructor certification

Excellent academic background in Culinary Arts

Job description

Posting Number: T25-177

Date Issued: June 11, 2025

Position: Worksite: Sardis Secondary School

Contract Type: Continuing, Full-Time

Assignment Area(s): Cafeteria and Cook Training

Salary Range: $59,711 to $109,520 (based on experience and qualifications per collective agreement)

Effective Date: September 1, 2025

Please Note: The assignment may vary from the posted position in September.

Application Deadline: Thursday, June 26, 2025 – 12:00 pm

Electronic applications must include a Cover Letter, Resume, Teaching Report, Transcripts, and the contact information of 2 current supervisors.

Required Abilities, Qualifications, and Experience

1. Extensive academic training, professional preparation, and qualifications in teaching relevant to this assignment.
2. Knowledge of and ability to apply the Ministry of Education's philosophy, practices, and assessment procedures.
3. Ability to implement teaching practices aligned with the Professional Standards for BC Educators.
4. Certification in BC or Inter-Provincial Trade Qualification in cooking and food preparation, or equivalent.
5. FoodSafe Instructor certification.
6. Strong academic background in Culinary Arts with at least two years of secondary school teaching experience.
7. Knowledge and experience in managing a Cafeteria Food service program, including ordering, billing, and food costing.
8. Ability to organize and facilitate large banquets outside school hours.
9. Understanding of Industry Standards related to Hospitality Food Service.
10. Excellent classroom and behavior management skills.
11. Proficiency in using technology for instruction and communication with students and parents.
12. Ability to motivate and support struggling learners.
13. Strong work ethic, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
14. Ability to differentiate instruction and assessments to meet diverse student needs.
15. Commitment to a vertically aligned curriculum and integration of the First Peoples Principles of Learning.
16. Sensitivity to adolescent development and ability to build positive relationships.
17. Engagement in ongoing professional development.

Further Information

Contact Lynnet Schramm, Principal of Sardis Secondary School at [phone].