Part-Time Culinary Instructor

CJR; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Paid holidays

Floating holidays

401(k)

Career growth

Employee discounts

EAP

PSLF eligibility

Tuition discount

Job summary

CJR in Waterbury, CT is seeking a Part-Time Culinary Instructor for the SAFE Waterbury program, teaching basic culinary skills, food safety, and nutrition as part of a summer learning initiative.

You will prepare snacks and meals, supervise youth in kitchen activities, and maintain a safe, clean environment, working with staff to implement curriculum and engage students in culinary careers.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in food service, preferably in institutional or large-scale cooking settings.
• Valid ServSafe Certification or equivalent food safety credential.
• Experience with vendor ordering and inventory management.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and supervise youth and collaborate with team members.
• Demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and credibility.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work cooperatively within a team and foster a positive, supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare snacks and meals to support hands‑on learning.
• Instruct youth in culinary skills, kitchen safety, and nutrition.
• Assist in delivering the vocational culinary program by providing practical training.
• Support students’ skill development through demonstrations and supervision.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment.
• Collaborate with staff to implement curriculum components and instructional activities.
• Encourage student engagement and interest in culinary careers.

Skills

Food service

ServSafe cert

Inventory management

Interpersonal skills

Professionalism

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Part-Time Culinary Instructor - Job #395 15 hours per week - $30.00 per hour Waterbury, CT06702

Mon-Fri 2pm-5pm

About the Position:

The Part-Time Culinary Instructor for the SAFE Waterbury program is responsible for teaching students basic culinary skills, food safety, and nutrition as part of a summer learning initiative. The role involves preparing snacks and meals, supervising youth in kitchen activities, and maintaining a safe and clean environment. It requires food service experience, ServSafe certification, and strong interpersonal skills to effectively engage and instruct youth in a team-oriented setting.

• Prepare snacks and meals to support hands‑on learning


• Instruct youth in culinary skills, kitchen safety, and nutrition


• Assist in delivering the vocational culinary program by providing practical training


• Support students’ skill development through demonstrations and supervision


• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment


• Collaborate with staff to implement curriculum components and instructional activities


• Encourage student engagement and interest in culinary careers

Schedule and Rate of Pay

• Monday – Friday 2:00pm – 5:00pm (15 hours per week)


• Rate of pay is $30.00 per hour

Qualifications

• Prior experience in food service, preferably in institutional or large-scale cooking settings


• Valid ServSafe Certification or equivalent food safety credential


• Experience with vendor ordering and inventory management


• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and supervise youth and collaborate with team members


• Demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and credibility


• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written


• Ability to work cooperatively within a team and foster a positive, supportive environment

Part-Time Benefits

At CJR, we pride ourselves on creating a compassionate, culturally responsive work environment and offering a comprehensive benefits package that encourages and supports a healthy work/life balance. Joining our team, full-time employees will enjoy the following benefits:

• Generous Paid Vacation Package (unused time eligible for carry over)


• Generous Paid Sick Time (unused time eligible for carry over)


• Paid Holiday Time (separate from vacation time)


• Floating Holidays (separate from paid vacation time and paid holiday time)


• Annual monetary incentives


• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match


• Career Growth Opportunities


• Company Celebrations & Employee Recognition Program


• Employee discounts (cell phone, computer)


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Qualified Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employer Federal Student Aid


• 10%-20% tuition discount at many local educational institutions, including those listed by the CT Nonprofit Alliance

About CJR

A career at CJR is focused on working to ensure that every young person has an opportunity to thrive! CJR reaches across the state of Connecticut to deliver a broad continuum of care through our residential, education, wellness, and community-based programs.At CJR, you will experience a fulfilling career with an employer that encourages advancement, respects diversity, and rewards excellence!

CJR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry. We embrace the competitive advantage of diversity.