Culinary Arts Program Instructor

Metropolitan Ministries•St. Petersburg, FL

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Metropolitan Ministries is seeking a Culinary Arts Program Instructor to deliver culinary instruction and career mentorship to students in the CAP program. This role also involves food production at the assigned shelter. The teaching kitchen is located inside Holy Cross Catholic Church.

Requirements

Bachelors in Food Management, Culinary Arts, Restaurant Management, or related field preferred.
A Certified Food Safety Manager Certificate is required.
Minimum 3-5 years of work experience in the food service or culinary arts industry.
One (1) year of successful experience teaching in related subjects at the post-secondary level preferred.
Must demonstrate a heart for the ministry of serving poor and homeless families.
Requires a degree of maturity, sensitivity to issues of faith, cross cultural and diversity issues, and the social skill to handle job-related matters in a professional and diplomatic manner.
Requires the ability to supervise interns or volunteers.
Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries with clients, staff, and volunteers.
Good computer and clerical skills to include Microsoft Office programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
Must be able to tolerate outdoor temperatures consistent with Florida climate and endure prolonged standing/walking/bending/stooping and stretching.
Must be able to relocate materials in a safe and proper manner.
Must have adequate hearing and speaking ability as to take part in and provide sound oral communication and information.
Must have the physical, emotional, and spiritual stamina to handle job-related issues and stress.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs or more.
Must demonstrate legal authorization to work in the United States.
Must be able to communicate effectively in English.
Valid FL driver’s license with a good driving record and insured vehicle in order to transport self and orders when necessary.
Ability to accommodate a flexible work schedule during strategic and holiday periods of the year including weeknights, weekends, and particularly Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Must pass applicable pre-employment background screening procedures.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors in Food Management, Culinary Arts, Restaurant Management, or related field.
One (1) year of successful experience teaching in related subjects at the post-secondary level.

Responsibilities

Instruct students through classroom training and hands-on kitchen demonstrations using the CAP curriculum manual.
Demonstrate proper use of food service equipment, food preparation techniques, and related skills.
Train students in the use of food service equipment and techniques.
Communicate with Metro kitchen leadership to schedule prep work for students and address any student issues in Metro kitchens.
Maintain the cleanliness, safety, and proper food handling techniques of the kitchen and classrooms.
Order and prepare required inventory for culinary lab and student dining operations while meeting or exceeding budgetary goals.
Communicate daily with the Culinary Arts Program Manager on new student recruitment, orientation, and updates on current students’ attendance and participation.
Provide career mentorship to Culinary Arts Program students.
Utilize best practices in designing new curriculum, program improvement, and innovation in teaching.
Create relationships with Tampa Restaurant Chefs to create externship opportunities and job placement for students.
Maintain involvement in related professional organizations and continuing education activities, such as American Culinary Federation.
Act as a positive ambassador for Metropolitan Ministries and the Culinary Arts Program in the larger community.
Meet personal goals and actively contribute to the achievement of team and organizational goals.
Support the Metro kitchen team in other tasks as assigned.
Support the Tampa Bay Food Fight fundraising event as directed.

Benefits

Salary: $45,000 - $50,000
Group health, vision, and dental coverage at affordable rates, along with family coverage if you choose to purchase it.
Preventative care is 100% covered (free) on all plans.
PTO is offered to full-time and part-time employees.
11 days of PTO and 10 paid holidays annually.
Option to participate in the 401K plan with employer match.
$15,000 in employee Life Insurance paid for by Metropolitan Ministries.
Employee Assistance Program
Option to participate in supplemental group insurance plans at affordable rates.
Tuition reimbursement program
Training and career development.
Discounted membership at the YMCA.