PCSC - Assistant - Culinary Arts

Bethel School District 403•Spanaway, WA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pierce County Skills Center is seeking paraeducator applicants for our Culinary Arts program. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to work under the supervision of certificated staff to prepare materials, set up classroom and equipment for training and instruction, carry out assigned tasks to reinforce instruction, and assist students in the cafe and classroom. This position is 7.5 hours per day/180 days per year. THIS POSITION WILL BE HIRED BY THE PIERCE COUNTY SKILLS CENTER, NOT THE BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with staff members
Be enthusiastic, flexible and have a commitment for students to reach high learning standards
Requires the ability to foster student development in the Culinary Arts program
Requires experience gained through technical training and/or work experience related to the Culinary Arts industry
High School diploma or equivalency required
Fingerprint screening
I-9 Employment Eligibility
Evidence of current first aid/CPR card or written statement indicating willing to obtain

Responsibilities

Assists certificated instructors in classroom by reinforcing instruction in various Career and Technical Education (CTE) skills related to the Culinary Arts industry.
Ensure that food presentation is consistent and meets quality standards.
Provide front-of-house supervison for the PCSC cafe, The Summit.
Encourage students to prioritize customer satisfaction and provide excellent service.
Train students in customer service, food safety, and front-of-house operations.
Supervise students during shifts, ensuring they adhere to procedures and maintain a high level of service.
Provide ongoing feedback and coaching to help students improve their skills in conjuction with certificated instructors
Oversee catering and event coordination
Work with students to plan and execute these events, ensuring they run smoothly and meet the expectations of customers.
Willingness to participate in lesson and program planning, staff meetings, and conferences.
Under the direction of the certificated instructors, plans work projects, prepares materials, sets up work stations and equipment for classroom and individualized activities, instruction, and training, and imparts trade knowledge regarding the occupational task being learned by the students.
Provides necessary supervision before, during, and after class activities to ensure safe practices are followed.
Work with instructors to build, modify, maintain, and set up various workshop equipment for instructional use.
May assist certificated instructors with the evaluation of student work activities and performance.
Performs other duties as assigned requiring essentially the same effort, skill, and responsibilities when work requirements are changed or modified.
Willingness to work summer school session(s) - hours paid in addition to regular school year contract.