Cooking Instructor: Lead Engaging Classes for All Ages

Northbrook Park District; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Recreation Benefits

Job summary

Northbrook Park District is seeking a Cooking Instructor to plan, lead, and deliver engaging cooking classes for varied ages and skill levels in Illinois. This part-time, exempt position requires maintaining safe cooking spaces, teaching materials, and effective communication with families and staff.

Responsibilities include creating curriculums, ordering supplies, and upholding safety protocols. Two days weekly plus additional opportunities; high school diploma required and culinary

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years’ experience teaching/leading group activities.
• DCFS Mandated Reporter Training within two weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

• Develop class materials, calendar and syllabus for classes.
• Determine supplies, maintain inventory and procure as needed.
• Enforce food handling and kitchen safety practices.
• Maintain a clean, organized teaching space and sanitize after classes.
• Coordinate with staff, participants and parents on program information.

Skills

Cooking instruction

Class management

Communication skills

Safety protocols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary Arts degree or related certification

Tools

CPR/AED Certification

DCFS Mandated Reporter Training

Job description

Northbrook Park District is seeking a Cooking Instructor to plan, lead, and deliver engaging cooking classes for varied ages and skill levels in Illinois. This part-time, exempt position requires maintaining safe cooking spaces, teaching materials, and effective communication with families and staff.

Responsibilities include creating curriculums, ordering supplies, and upholding safety protocols. Two days weekly plus additional opportunities; high school diploma required and culinary