Culinary Instructor - Part time

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Lenox (MA); On-site; USD 63,039,000 - 71,635,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted Hyatt rates

Job summary

Hyatt Hotels Corporation is seeking a seasonal Culinary Instructor for Miraval Berkshires Resort in the Berkshires, MA. The role focuses on delivering and evolving wellness-oriented culinary programming, with supervision by the programming chef and a budget-conscious approach.

Responsibilities include planning daily classes, testing recipes, developing new designs, training staff, and coordinating with chefs on flavor profiles. Compensation is hourly in the range of $22-$25.

Qualifications

• One-year certificate or higher from college or technical school.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute daily classes for our guests.

Education

One-year certificate or higher from college or technical school

2 to 5 years related experience and/or training

Prior teaching experience

Fluent use of the English language

Effective communication with leadership and guests

Ability to present information to senior leadership and staff

Ability to customize responses to guests/staff

Strategic thinking to set goals

Maintain company standards and expectations

Job description

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"When you work in Hawaii, in addition to learning about the functional aspects of running a hotel — like the proper way to make a bed or how to best handle luggage — it’s critically important to understand Hawaiian culture and the spirit of ‘ohana, or ‘family.’ When opening the first Andaz property in Hawaii, our team participated in Hawaiian culture training to help us understand what ‘ohana truly means. "

At Miraval Berkshires it is our ongoing purpose to bring imagination, authenticity and meaning to wellness. Each day we work to bring out the best in all we do for our guests and colleagues (you) to take comfort in.

Candidates interested in joining us on this journey need to believe in the power of the individual and understand that regardless of the job, every position has meaning and is important to Miraval’s purpose.

We seek a seasonal skilled and dynamic Culinary Instructor for our Life and Balance Kitchen. We seek a charismatic leader who can further refine, enhance, expand and promote our company’s nutritional philosophies while taking culinary operations at Miraval Berkshires Resortto new levels of excellence.

The Culinary Instructor is in charge of the programming classes assigned by the programming chef. Classes will range in sizes depending on occupancy. Essential functions of this position include:

• Planning and execution of daily classes for our guest
• Testing and tasting of recipes
• Development of new designs and recipes
• Requisition of supplies and equipment
• Training and mentoring of staff
• Setting and working within a budget
• Coordination with the Chef’s on complementary flavors
• Following the latest trends in culinary arts
• Experimentation with new flavors
• Assigning priorities to guest requests
• Understanding all cooking techniques recipes are required
• Maintains a neat, clean and orderly work area

The pay range for this position is an hourly rate of $22-$25/hour.

Miravalis a place where high expectations aren't just met-they're exceeded. It's a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in thewellness industry. It's a place where career opportunities are as unlimited as your imagination. Discover your place to shine in our warm, respectful, and inclusive culture.

We thank you for your interest. Be well.

Miraval Berkshires offers:

• World class resort
• Awarded Fortune’s 100 best companies to work for
• Unlimited use of our fitness center, yoga classes, lectures and free golf
• Competitive pay
• Wellbeing and tuition reimbursement up to $1,000/year
• Employee discounts on all spa services and programming
• Discounted and comped rate at Hyatt Hotels
• Positions with flexible schedules

Qualifications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• One-year certificate or higher from college or technical school preferred
• 2 to 5 years related experience and/or training: or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Prior teaching experience preferred.
• Must possess fluent use of the English language.
• Ability to effectively communicate and relate the Miraval experience in an authentic and personal manner.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from senior leadership, managers and co-workers, clients, guests, staff and the general public.
• Ability and sensitivity to customize and individualize responses to situations for each guest or staff member in alignment to the standards and values of Miraval Culinary and F&B Departments.
• Ability to think and reason strategically to establish goals and objectives on a regular basis.
• Ability to assess, recommend and act to maintain company standards and meet organizational expectations.
• Hyatt is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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