Culinary Arts Teaching Assistant at MAB Community Services Westborough, MA

Downtown Boulder Partnership; Westborough (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team environment

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Downtown Boulder Partnership is seeking a Culinary Arts Teaching Assistant to join our Café Nine team in Westborough, Massachusetts. This role focuses on empowering individuals with disabilities while providing culinary training and support.

You will assist in the café operations, prepare meals, and ensure a positive environment for participants. This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact, promote inclusivity, and enjoy professional growth in culinary arts.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities is preferred.
• Commitment to ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming environment for participants.
• Operate the café and prepare food.
• Support daily café operations and ensure quality.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Culinary skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or related field

Job description

Job Description

Join Our Culinary Arts Team: Make a Difference in Lives!

Are you passionate about culinary arts and dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities? Do you want to be part of a nurturing and inclusive environment that promotes personal and culinary growth? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! MAB Community Services is opening Café Nine! A unique program where individuals will work in a fully functional café earning a competitive wage, learning job skills and fostering community relationships!

As a Culinary Arts Teaching Assistant, you will play an essential role in our café operations and culinary arts program, providing support to adults with disabilities. Under the guidance of the Culinary Arts Instructor/Program Director, you will assist in preparing delicious breakfast and lunch options while fostering a positive atmosphere that encourages participants to achieve their culinary and personal goals.

What You’ll Do:

• Create a welcoming environment where participants can thrive through collaboration and communication.
• Operate the cafe, prepare food and serve customers.
• Support daily cafe operations by ensuring high-quality food service and adherence to safety standards.
• Help develop engaging culinary arts programming tailored to participants’ needs.
• Build positive relationships with staff, participants, families, and café customers.
• Be a passionate advocate for the mission of MAB Community Services, delivering high-quality support to individuals with disabilities.
• Collaborate with the team to maintain compliance with health regulations and budget requirements.
• Train and mentor participants in culinary skills while ensuring they understand food safety and kitchen operations.

Why Join Us?

• Make a difference: Your work will directly impact the lives of adults with disabilities, helping them gain confidence and skills in the kitchen.
• Supportive team environment: Collaborate with enthusiastic colleagues who share your commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Professional growth: Gain valuable experience in culinary arts and program facilitation while receiving support and training from our experienced staff.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Education, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities and in the food service industry is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to ethical standards.

If you are excited about the opportunity to support individuals in achieving their culinary dreams, we want to hear from you! Apply today and be part of a compassionate team that celebrates diversity and fosters growth. Together, let’s create a Café Nine community that inspires and uplifts!