Enrichment Instructor - Culinary

arc After School and Experiential Education; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

arc After School and Experiential Education is seeking a Culinary Arts Instructor for the San Fernando Valley. You will plan and deliver hands-on lessons in culinary techniques, food preparation, nutrition, sanitation, and kitchen management.

Responsibilities include developing a culinary curriculum, teaching food safety standards, supervising students in the kitchen, and assessing performance. A Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts is preferred and relevant certification is a plus, with 2+ years

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Professional culinary certification is an advantage.
• Minimum of 2 years of industry experience.
• Teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver culinary arts curriculum.
• Demonstrate food preparation, cooking, baking, and presentation techniques.
• Teach food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Supervise students during laboratory and kitchen activities.
• Assess student performance through practical and written evaluations.
• Maintain kitchen equipment, inventory, and supplies.
• Foster teamwork, creativity, and professionalism.

Skills

Food preparation and culinary técnicas

Kitchen management

Knowledge of food safety regulations

Leadership and mentoring

Communication and organizationalSkills

Creativity and innovation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or a related field

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: San Fernando Valley - Reseda, CA

Salary Range: $30.00 - $35.00 Hourly

Job Title

Culinary Arts Instructor-San Fernando Valley

Department

Enrichment

Reports To

Program Coordinator/Principal

Job Summary

The Culinary Arts Instructor is responsible for planning and delivering instruction in culinary techniques, food preparation, nutrition, sanitation, and kitchen management. The instructor provides students with hands-on learning experiences while maintaining a safe and professional kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver culinary arts curriculum.
• Demonstrate food preparation, cooking, baking, and presentation techniques.
• Teach food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Supervise students during laboratory and kitchen activities.
• Assess student performance through practical and written evaluations.
• Maintain kitchen equipment, inventory, and supplies.
• Foster teamwork, creativity, and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or a related field (preferred).
• Professional culinary certification is an advantage.
• Minimum of 2 years of industry experience.
• Teaching experience preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Food preparation and culinary techniques
• Kitchen management
• Knowledge of food safety regulations
• Leadership and mentoring
• Communication and organizational skills
• Creativity and innovation