Chef Instructor

Kitchens for Good•San Diego, CA

7d•$68,640 - $78,640

About The Position

Kitchens for Good transforms lives through culinary arts. Our California State-Certified Apprenticeship and Pre-Apprenticeship programs empower individuals impacted by trauma and barriers to employment by equipping them with technical and life skills for meaningful careers in the hospitality industry. Position Summary: The Chef Instructor will be responsible for leading?culinary?instruction both in classroom and within the kitchen for various culinary training programs offered by Kitchens for Good. The?Chef?Instructor will work closely with the Manager of Culinary Instruction, Instruction Team, Culinary Team, and Career Service Coordinators to ensure apprentices are job-ready within a learning culture that is industry-informed, trauma-informed, and learner-centered. Instruction will take place at Kitchens for Good headquarters and at various offsite locations, including the East Mesa Youth Detention Facility.

Requirements

Culinary Arts degree and/or Associates Degree with culinary or hospitality focus highly desirable
5+ years of relevant industry experience at a Chef level or higher, with related management and training experience
A high degree of technical ability to communicate information in a manner that provides a positive learning experience and instills a passion for the profession
Administrative and technology skills?
Ability to demonstrate concern and sensitivity toward?apprentices’?needs and learning styles
Criminal background clearance (Probation, DOJ, FBI)?
Drug screening?
Tuberculosis testing

Nice To Haves

ServSafe?Manager?certified (preferred)
ServSafe?Proctor certification (preferred)
Certified Culinary Instructor Designation (preferred)

Responsibilities

Assist in designing training schedule that incorporates classroom and hands-on kitchen training.
Prepare and present lesson plans using course curriculum.
Conduct hands-on cooking instruction in classroom and kitchen setting.
Provide one-on-one coaching to reinforce professional communication, conflict resolution, and team building with a trauma-informed lens.
Develop creative instructional methods to engage apprentices in the learning process.
Administer practical work readiness assessments.
Work one-on-one with participants to ensure comprehension of lessons and information.
Collaborate with training site partners to create and maintain a positive and safe learning environment. Oversee the various ordering, set-up, and cleanup needed for culinary lessons and guest presentations.
Ensure food is prepared safely, efficiently, and according to specifications or request.
Ensure kitchen runs in accordance with all applicable health, safety, and hygiene codes and standards.
Maintain food purchasing budget in accordance with established budget.
Support delivery of Food Handlers Certification course and exam administration for all apprenticeship cohorts, ensure Food Handlers certifications are completed within designated timeframe.
As needed, facilitate kitchen trials and evaluate candidates for enrollment.
Work closely with team members in the evaluation and overall assessment of each apprentice throughout the program.
Collaborate with partners and stakeholders to offer a wide range of training experiences.
Provide professional guidance when needed.
All other duties as assigned.