Professional Development Coordinator

American Culinary Federation • Jacksonville, FL

8d • $42,000 - $47,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Professional Development Coordinator is responsible for (1) maintaining ACF competitions, working in conjunction with host sites, the committee, and processing year-round competitions. (2) working as a team with chef certifications. (3) providing administrative support to ensure all aspects of the department programs are completed in a timely manner (4) ensuring open communication and excellent customer service to all stakeholders involved, both internal and external. This individual must possess strong administrative, computer and organizational skills, and be adept at prioritizing and managing multiple tasks simultaneously. Strong attention to detail, customer service, as well as verbal and written communication skills are necessary.

Requirements

• A minimum of a 2-year associate degree or a track record of relevant job experience that showcases your passion and capability.
• Minimum of two years of admin work is preferred.
• Experience in culinary is preferred.
• Public speaking experience; must be able to communicate professionally, effectively, and diplomatically.
• Strong skills in using project management tools.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to establish, monitor, and meet timelines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills capable of maintaining strong relationships.
• Able to communicate professionally, effectively and diplomatically.
• Must work well under pressure with demonstrated ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage competing deadlines.
• Must be able to work independently, as well as in a team environment.
• Competent decision maker.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to hospitality/culinary industry preferred.
• Involvement in competitions and certification is a plus.
• Honed interpersonal and time-management skills
• Collaborator
• Positive
• Problem solver
• Proactive

Responsibilities

• Processing culinary competition applications, organizing orders, and maintaining the competition records.
• Provide support and inner workings of the certification program, including applications, and member support.
• Working with members to provide high quality support.
• Other departmental duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree