Culinary Arts Training Manager

Commonpoint • Queens County, NY

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Commonpoint is seeking a Culinary Arts Training Manager to join their Culinary Team. This role will support the Senior Director, Kitchen & Culinary Operations in culinary programming, kosher kitchen operations, and catering production. The position will also collaborate with the workforce service team on training initiatives for the food service industry. The manager will provide hands-on culinary instruction and support daily kitchen operations across Commonpoint’s kosher kitchens in Elmhurst and Jamaica, Queens. Responsibilities include training adults in food safety, culinary fundamentals, and job readiness, as well as supporting the preparation and execution of Glatt kosher catering services.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in large-scale food preparation and delivery, kitchen management, and/or food services.
• Ability to use Google Suite and data management systems.
• Experience managing food service workers, including cooks, chefs, and dishwashers.
• Current valid food safety certifications such as NYC Food Handlers Certificate and ServSafe.
• Interest and comfort in working with low-income individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• A professional culinary degree or certificate is preferred.
• Previous experience in a Commonpoint role is a plus.
• Bilingual skills are highly desirable.
• Teaching experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instruct adult participants in culinary fundamentals, kitchen safety, sanitation, food preparation, knife skills, food handling, and workplace readiness.
• Prepare students to obtain the NYC Food Protection Certificate and/or ServSafe certification, as applicable.
• Deliver lessons aligned with program objectives, participant skill levels, and employment readiness goals.
• Use a variety of teaching methods, including hands-on demonstrations, group instruction, coaching, practice labs, and performance feedback.
• Support participants by coordinating with the Job Coach in developing the technical and soft skills needed for entry-level employment in restaurants, catering, institutional kitchens, and other food service settings.
• Monitor participant attendance, progress, skill development, and readiness for employment.
• Collaborate with case management, employment, and program staff to support student success and address barriers to participation or completion.
• Provide a supportive and inclusive learning environment for participants with diverse backgrounds and needs.
• Support the daily preparation and execution of a Glatt kosher catering menu for Commonpoint programs, events, and internal catering needs.
• Assist with menu preparation, production schedules, portioning, packaging, quality control, and timely delivery of food service.
• Ensure food is prepared according to kosher standards, food safety guidelines, and program expectations.
• Maintain consistency, quality, presentation, and efficiency in food production.
• Assist with inventory control, ordering, receiving, food storage, and management of food deliveries.
• Help reduce waste and support cost-effective kitchen operations.
• Ensure kitchens are maintained in a clean, safe, organized, and sanitary condition at all times.
• Follow all policies and procedures related to the NYC Department of Health, workplace safety, and kosher kitchen operations.
• Participate in the agency's performance management process by establishing annual goals, completing mid-year and end-of-year evaluations, and engaging in ongoing performance discussions with supervisors.
• Complete documentation, data entry, and required reports accurately and on time in accordance with agency standards, funder requirements, and established deadlines, including updates to agency systems, dashboards, and tracking tools.
• Complete required annual professional development activities to maintain and strengthen clinical knowledge, professional skills, and overall job performance.
• Use program and service data to improve performance by participating in data review and discussion during supervision, department meetings, reporting activities, and other quality improvement efforts, including surveys and feedback activities, as applicable.

Benefits

• Tiered health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Pension plan and 403(b) retirement savings opportunities.
• Generous paid time off and family-supportive policies.
• Professional development and education support to foster career growth.
• Recognition and appreciation programs for exemplary performance.
• Employee discounts on programs and services.
• Access to free amenities, including private seasonal pool clubs and fitness facilities at select locations.
• Long-service severance upon retirement.

What This Job Offers

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