Chef Instructor

Metropolitan Culinary Arts Institute; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Culinary Arts Institute (MCAI) is hiring a full-time chef instructor to teach professional culinary skills in person, mostly evenings and Saturdays, up to 40 hours per week. The educator will follow MCAI's curriculum, bring real-world expertise, and engage students in a dynamic learning environment.

Responsibilities include delivering education, assessing students, tracking progress, and ensuring safety and sanitation in the teaching kitchen.

Qualifications

• Must have ServSafe Manager's License or be willing to take the exam.
• Professional culinary degree and/or extensive culinary experience.
• Previous teaching or training in a professional setting is desirable.
• Knowledge of culinary industry trends.
• Availability for varied schedules, including day and evening classes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver professional culinary education in adherence to the MCAI curriculum using approved textbooks and program materials.
• Teach, assess and grade students in foundational cooking techniques, advanced culinary methods, and kitchen management.
• Maintain a structured and disciplined classroom environment conducive to serious culinary training.
• Track and evaluate student progress, providing constructive feedback to support their development.
• Collaborate with the administration to ensure all lessons and assessments align with MCAI standards and accreditation requirements.
• Uphold safety, sanitation, and operational standards in the teaching kitchen.

Skills

Teaching

Culinary knowledge

Organizational skills

Safety & sanitation

Education

Professional culinary degree

Job description

Position Available: Full-time Chef Instructor/Culinary Educator

Metropolitan Culinary Arts Institute (MCAI)

Mostly Evenings & Saturday - 40 hours maximum per week.

We are seeking a full-time chef instructor to join our team at MCAI, a private, post-secondary culinary arts school. The ideal candidate has extensive experience as a chef - they must be passionate about teaching professional culinary skills that follows our specific program. All classes are conducted in person.

MCAI is ACF-APPROVED and program accredited by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV). MCAI is ACF-APPROVED. MCAI also accepts the GI Bill.

We are seeking dedicated professionals who are punctual, respectful to customers, students, and staff, and committed to upholding the high standards set by SCHEV.

The Culinary Educator/Chef Instructor will follow textbooks and an approved curriculum, while bringing their expertise, personal experience, and an engaging presence to the classroom to create a dynamic learning environment.

Website: www.metroculinaryarts.com

Responsibilities:

• Deliver professional culinary education in adherence to the MCAI curriculum using approved textbooks and program materials.
• Teach, assess and grade students in areas such as foundational cooking techniques, advanced culinary methods, and kitchen management.
• Maintain a structured and disciplined classroom environment conducive to serious culinary training.
• Track and evaluate student progress, providing constructive feedback to support their development.
• Collaborate with the administration to ensure all lessons and assessments align with MCAI standards and accreditation requirements.
• Uphold safety, sanitation, and operational standards in the teaching kitchen.

Requirements:

• Must have ServSafe Manager's License or be willing to take the exam.
• Professional culinary degree and/or extensive experience in culinary arts, with a strong understanding of kitchen operations and techniques.
• Previous experience teaching or training in a professional setting is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of culinary industry trends and best practices.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to following and delivering MCAI's approved curriculum.
• Availability for varied schedules, including day and evening classes, and working on the recreational side at Cookology.