Assistant Culinary Coordinator for Bright Apron Academy
About The Position
The Assistant Culinary Coordinator supports the Lead Teacher in Keshet’s Bright Apron Academy, a hands-on culinary and workplace training program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and learning differences. This role assists with classroom and kitchen instruction, supports participants in developing vocational, communication, and independent living skills, and helps create a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment. The Bright Apron Assistant works collaboratively with staff to reinforce workplace readiness, kitchen safety, teamwork, and customer service skills while encouraging participant growth, confidence, and independence.
Requirements
- High school diploma required
- Must obtain or currently possess the ServSafe Food Handler Certification within 30 days of employment
- Interest in vocational training, life skills instruction, and inclusive education
- Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, staff, participants, and families in a team-oriented environment
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- Comfortable supporting participants in a kitchen and classroom setting while reinforcing safety procedures
- Positive, patient, and flexible approach to supporting participant growth and independence
- Ability to assist with light physical tasks, including standing for extended periods, lifting supplies, and supporting classroom/kitchen setup and cleanup
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in education, special education, human services, culinary arts, or a related field preferred
- Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities or diverse learning needs preferred
- Previous experience in food service, hospitality, education, camps, or customer service is a plus
Responsibilities
- Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing daily programming, lessons, and vocational activities within the Bright Apron program
- Support participants in developing workplace readiness, communication, social, and independent living skills
- Reinforce kitchen safety, food handling procedures, cleanliness, and organizational standards
- Provide hands-on support during culinary instruction, meal preparation, customer service, and other program activities
- Encourage participant engagement, confidence, independence, and positive peer interactions
- Assist with classroom management and behavior support strategies in a respectful and supportive manner
- Help prepare materials, organize supplies, and maintain a clean and welcoming classroom/kitchen environment
- Monitor participant progress and communicate observations or concerns to the Lead Teacher and program staff
- Support participants during community-based learning, vocational experiences, and program outings as needed
- Collaborate with program staff to ensure a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment
- Assist with program setup, cleanup, and other administrative or operational tasks as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
