Cooking Demonstration Instructor, Student Affairs

Kennesaw State University • Kennesaw, GA

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About The Position

Provide cooking and nutrition instruction that supports the vision and direction of KSU's Health Promotion and Wellness. Respond to questions from participants and maintain the scope of practice. Demonstrate sound problem-solving and decision-making skills with food allergies, ingredient availability, and dietary food accommodations. Follow food safety protocols and provide students, staff, and faculty with a fun and safe learning environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• SERV Safe Certification
• Experience in leading cooking demonstration classes

Nice To Haves

• Adult CPR/AED/First Aid
• An undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

Responsibilities

• Plans, instructs and implements organized class sequences and applies SERV Safe guidelines during all programs
• Plans, instructs, prepares, and implements cooking demonstration classes for students and the community.
• Develops and imparts culinary, nutrition, and food safety information via in-person activities and recorded activities for online platforms
• Educates, entertains, and motivates participants to cook and use demonstrated recipes
• Demonstrates time management skills and attention to detail; plan and implement organized class sequences so sessions begin and end on time.
• Provides supervision to student assistant(s) or intern(s) and manage kitchen set up and clean up before and after each class
• Accommodates participants with food allergies and other unique dietary restrictions as needed
• Completes paperwork and communicates updates to supervisor and peers on a regular basis
• Creates a welcoming environment and provides a high level of customer service
• Encourages program participants to improve food choices and healthy lifestyle behaviors
• Educates participants with varying knowledge, interests, and abilities

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED