Culinary Arts Instructor

ymcapkccareers; Gig Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 2,360,000 - 2,724,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal YMCA membership

YMCA360 streaming membership

Flexible scheduling around school

Paid Sick Leave

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Wellness program

LifeMart employee discount center

Professional training opportunities

20% discount on YMCA programs

Job summary

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties in Gig Harbor, WA is seeking a part-time Culinary Arts Instructor to lead engaging culinary classes while upholding YMCA values of honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

You will plan lessons, teach basic techniques, and assess progress in a supportive environment. Background checks and required trainings are mandatory; position offers up to 25 hours weekly at $17.13–$19.77 per hour.

Qualifications

• Background and reference checks required per WA state guidelines.
• Commitment to valuing diversity and fostering an inclusive environment.
• Online Child Abuse Prevention training on day one and other required trainings.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• 5+ years formal culinary arts training or equivalent experience.
• 1–2 years teaching or assistant teaching in culinary arts preferred.
• Ability to teach preschool and beginner-level culinary classes.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications.
• Ability to obtain WA State Department of Health Food Handler Card.

Responsibilities

• Teach and demonstrate sound culinary techniques to program participants.
• Create structured lesson plans within budget and reflect YMCA curricula.
• Attend YMCA events and contribute to center activities.
• Communicate student progress to youth/arts director and members.
• Participate in staff training and meetings.
• Support center events by sharing the Y story and making asks.
• Maintain a clean, organized classroom and store supplies after each class.

Skills

Culinary arts experience

Teaching experience

CPR/First Aid

AED certification

Preschool/ beginner classes

Job description

Position: Culinary Arts Instructor

Wage: $17.13 to $19.77 per hour (Compensation is determined based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, with most new hires starting between the minimum and midpoint of the posted wage range)

Hours: Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week

Location: Tom Taylor Family YMCA, Gig Harbor, WA

As a Culinary Arts Instructor, you will be responsible for providing direct leadership, instruction and motivation for program participants in culinary arts classes, creating a quality experience for students and parents focused on YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

Qualifications:

• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• Committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.
• Minimum of 18 years of age or older.
• 5+ years of formal culinary arts training or comparable experience.
• 1-2 years of experience as a culinary arts teacher and/or teaching assistant preferred.
• Positive attitude and previous experience with varying ages and diverse populations.
• Possess the knowledge and skills to teach preschool and beginning-level culinary arts classes.
• Ability to create engaging lesson plans that reflect appropriate level, ability, and classroom management.
• Able to obtain and maintain CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications.
• Able to obtain and maintain a WA State Department of Health Food Handler Card.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach and demonstrate sound culinary techniques and principles to program participants.
• Create class lesson plans within the allotted budgeted hours with a natural progression that relates to the abilities and ages of the classes being taught, as well as reflect YMCA curricula and YMCA core values.
• Attend and contribute to YMCA events as assigned.
• Effectively communicate program information and student progress to the youth and/or arts director and members at each session.
• Attend center and association culinary art staff training and meetings as required.
• Assist the youth and/or arts director in reaching campaign goals by telling the Y story, making personal asks, and supporting center events.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom environment by thoroughly cleaning program areas and properly storing all supplies after each class.

Benefits:

All YMCA Employees receive the below benefits:

• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise

Part-Time employees who work more than 20 hrs./week are eligible for the below voluntary benefit options:

• HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)
• Willamette Dental Plan
• VSP Vision Plan

At the Y, we’re all about empowering people, inspiring action, and strengthening the communities we call home. Join our team and support our vision of creating opportunity so all can thrive in every season of life.

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled