Culinary Instructor

PreK-High School Culinary Arts; Carle Place (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Culinary Clubhouse in Carle Place, NY seeks a passionate Culinary Instructor to share love of food with students of all ages in a hands-on, creative kitchen setting. You will spark curiosity, teach technique, kitchen safety, and help students develop tasty, seasonal recipes.

Ideal candidates have culinary background and teaching experience, strong communication, patient demeanor, and the ability to work weekends or evenings. Join a welcoming team dedicated to joyful food education.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching, tutoring, or working with students in an instructional setting.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety, and kitchen best practices.
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills.
• Willingness to work weekends, evenings, or flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead engaging, hands-on cooking classes for students of varying skill levels and age groups.
• Demonstrate proper culinary techniques, knife skills, and kitchen safety protocols.
• Develop and adapt lesson plans and recipes to align with class themes and seasonal menus.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen classroom environment.
• Guide and support students throughout the cooking process, offering encouragement and instruction.
• Assist with food prep, ingredient inventory, and kitchen supply management.
• Collaborate with team members to create exciting new class concepts and programming.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Communication skills

Classroom management

Education

Culinary arts education

ServSafe certification

Job description

About the Role:

Culinary Clubhouse in Carle Place, NY is looking for a passionate and energetic Culinary Instructor to join our team! This is a fantastic opportunity to share your love of food and cooking with students of all ages in a fun, hands-on environment. If you thrive in a creative kitchen setting and love inspiring others, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Plan and lead engaging, hands-on cooking classes for students of varying skill levels and age groups
• Demonstrate proper culinary techniques, knife skills, and kitchen safety protocols
• Develop and adapt lesson plans and recipes to align with class themes and seasonal menus
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen classroom environment
• Guide and support students throughout the cooking process, offering encouragement and instruction
• Assist with food prep, ingredient inventory, and kitchen supply management
• Collaborate with team members to create exciting new class concepts and programming

Requirements:

• Prior culinary experience, culinary arts education, or professional kitchen background preferred
• Experience teaching, tutoring, or working with children and/or adults in an instructional setting
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety, and kitchen best practices
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills
• Enthusiastic, patient, and encouraging personality with a passion for food education
• Ability to work weekends, evenings, or flexible hours as needed
• Food handler's certification or ServSafe certification a plus

About Us:

Culinary Clubhouse is a beloved culinary education destination in Carle Place, NY, dedicated to bringing the joy of cooking to kids, families, and food lovers of all ages. Our students keep coming back for our fun, interactive classes and welcoming atmosphere that makes every cooking experience memorable. Our team is passionate, creative, and united by a shared love of great food and great people.