Chef & Kitchen Educator: Lead & Teach Culinary Classes

CALHOUN SCHOOL INC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CALHOUN SCHOOL INC in New York seeks a hands-on Chef to prepare breakfast and lunch, teach cooking classes, and support cafeteria operations across rotations. You will manage food costs, assist with events, and ensure kitchen sanitation and safety while working with students.

The role requires a culinary degree, strong communication, and experience with high-volume cooking. A NY Food Handler license is expected within one year if not already held.

Qualifications

• The candidate has a culinary degree and is comfortable with high-volume cooking.
• College degree (BA/BS) preferred; professional communication is essential.
• Must obtain a New York food handler license within one year if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve breakfast and lunch daily, plus catered events and classes.
• Rotate through all kitchen areas and manage food cost calculations.
• Open kitchen early, check orders, and verify deliveries against orders.
• Lead lunch service, assist with specials, and supervise students during classes.
• Place orders with purveyors, review invoices, and ensure sanitation standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer proficiency

Time management

Team leadership

Leadership

Planning

Interpersonal skills

Teaching cooking

Education

Culinary degree

BA/BS preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

CALHOUN SCHOOL INC in New York seeks a hands-on Chef to prepare breakfast and lunch, teach cooking classes, and support cafeteria operations across rotations. You will manage food costs, assist with events, and ensure kitchen sanitation and safety while working with students.

The role requires a culinary degree, strong communication, and experience with high-volume cooking. A NY Food Handler license is expected within one year if not already held.