Chef/Cook Instructor

MARATHON STAFFING GROUP; Queen Creek (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Term Life

Short-Term Disability

Job summary

MARATHON STAFFING GROUP in Queen Creek is seeking a part-time, temporary Chef/Cook Instructor to lead community cooking classes. You will teach hands-on sessions, demonstrate techniques, and create engaging learning experiences for participants of varying skill levels.

Ideal candidates are 18+, hold ServSafe and Food Handler Certificates, have cooking and teaching experience, and can prepare ingredients and recipes for 1–2 classes per month, roughly four hours per class.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• ServSafe Certification and Food Handler Certification required.
• Previous cooking and food preparation knowledge.
• Teaching or instructional experience preferred.
• Ability to demonstrate techniques clearly and manage groups.

Responsibilities

• Lead hands-on cooking classes for community participants.
• Demonstrate techniques, recipes, and food preparation methods.
• Provide engaging instruction and answer questions.
• Prepare ingredients, equipment, and supplies for each class.
• Develop/modify recipes and create ingredient lists.
• Maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment.
• Create a welcoming experience for participants of varying skill levels.
• Follow food safety and facility guidelines.

Education

ServSafe Certification

Food Handler Certification

Teaching experience

Cooking techniques

Recipe development

Group instruction

Organization & prep

Job description

• Part-Time, Temporary
• Location: Queen Creek
• Benefits Available: Medical, Dental, Vision, Term Life, Short-Term Disability

Chef/Cook Instructor

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What you need to know

• Part-Time, Temporary
• Location: Queen Creek
• Benefits Available: Medical, Dental, Vision, Term Life, Short-Term Disability

• Hourly Pay Rate: $20.57
• 1-2 classes per month, approximately 4 hours per class
• Part-Time, Temporary
• Location: Queen Creek
• Benefits Available: Medical, Dental, Vision, Term Life, Short-Term Disability

What you'll be doing

Lead educational cooking classes for the community. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for cooking and teaching who enjoys sharing their knowledge and creating an engaging learning environment.

You will be responsible for…

• Lead hands-on cooking classes for community participants.
• Demonstrate cooking techniques, recipes, and food preparation methods.
• Provide clear, engaging instruction and answer participant questions.
• Prepare and organize ingredients, equipment, and supplies needed for each class.
• Develop and/or adapt recipes appropriate for each class.
• Create ingredients and supply lists for each class.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe cooking environment.
• Provide a welcoming and positive experience for participants of varying skill levels.
• Follow applicable food safety, sanitation, and facility guidelines.

What skills & experience you'll bring to us

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Current ServSafe Certification and Food Handler Certification required.
• Previous cooking experience with a strong knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques.
• Previous teaching, training, or instructional experience preferred.
• Ability to confidently demonstrate cooking techniques and communicate instructions clearly.
• Strong organizational and preparation skills.
• Ability to develop recipes and prepare accurate ingredients and supply lists.
• Comfortable working with groups and participants with varying levels of cooking experience.
• Ability to commit to teaching 1-2 classes per month, generally requiring approximately 4 hours per class.
• Dependable and able to prepare materials in advance of each scheduled class.

Any job offer is contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment drug screen, criminal background check, and fingerprinting. All qualified candidates for this position must be eligible to work in the United States.

Marathon is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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About Marathon

Marathon is one of the largest regional employers, supplying temporary, on-site,contract, contract to hire and direct hire employees to companies throughout the UnitedStates. We have over three decades of staffing experience and place over 15,000 teammembers annually.

Marathon exists to help people achieve.

MARATHON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Contact Us

AZMesa
1237 S. Val Vista Dr., Suite 216, Mesa, AZ 85204
Phone: [phone]
FaxNumber: 480-654-4606
For more information about this position, email Denise Velasquez

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