Culinary Chef Instructor — Shape Future Chefs

The Culinary Institute of America; St. Helena (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical coverage

Job summary

The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) invites applications for a Chef Instructor who will teach in classrooms and kitchen labs, develop curriculum, and contribute to the college’s scholarly work while upholding professional standards.

Responsibilities include preparing daily lesson plans, guiding students, giving timely feedback, and collaborating with colleagues to revise course guides and materials. Strong hands-on culinary skills and professional presence are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in Culinary Arts, Foodservice Management, Hospitality, or equivalent.
• Minimum seven years of industry experience with growth in roles.
• At least three years in supervisory roles supervising staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily instructional plans and teach in classroom and kitchen labs.
• Assess learning outcomes and provide ongoing student feedback.
• Collaborate with colleagues to review and revise course guides and curricula.
• Supervise students during hands-on demonstrations and practicals.
• Support program development and annual plans within budgetary constraints.

Skills

Culinary techniques

Guest relations

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

MS Office

Customer service

Organization

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) invites applications for a Chef Instructor who will teach in classrooms and kitchen labs, develop curriculum, and contribute to the college’s scholarly work while upholding professional standards.

Responsibilities include preparing daily lesson plans, guiding students, giving timely feedback, and collaborating with colleagues to revise course guides and materials. Strong hands-on culinary skills and professional presence are essential for success.