Culinary Job-Training Mentor

Second Helpings, Inc.; Five Points (IN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Second Helpings is seeking a Culinary Job Training instructor to teach key foodservice skills and prepare students for jobs after graduation. You will work with the Executive Chef to ensure supplies, cleanliness, and a productive training environment in the kitchen and classrooms.

You will interview applicants, develop curriculum, use varied teaching methods, and supervise students during on-site and field activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; culinary education or degree preferred or relevant experience.
• Must be able to successfully complete ServSafe certified food handling instructor program.
• Computer literate – able to understand and use databases, the Internet, Word, and Excel.
• Professional knowledge of theories, principles and practices of food service management.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing culinary job-training procedures and curriculum.
• Interview applicants and choose enrollees with leadership team.
• Use teaching techniques to prepare students for above-entry level positions.
• Communicate regularly with the Culinary Job Training team to address barriers and performance issues.
• Supervise students on field trips and assist in Second Helpings fundraising activities.
• Place graduates in employment and build community relationships for placement.

Skills

Culinary instruction

Teaching

Multilingual a plus

Education

High school diploma

Culinary degree (preferred)

Tools

ServSafe certification

Job description

Second Helpings is seeking a Culinary Job Training instructor to teach key foodservice skills and prepare students for jobs after graduation. You will work with the Executive Chef to ensure supplies, cleanliness, and a productive training environment in the kitchen and classrooms.

You will interview applicants, develop curriculum, use varied teaching methods, and supervise students during on-site and field activities.