Cooking Instructor I

JOB TITLE: Cooking Instructor I                                                                                            FLSA Status:  Exempt

Supervision Received: Works under the direction of the Arts Enrichment Coordinator.    

Supervision Exercised: None.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Examples of Duties: The following examples of duties are intended to be illustrative only and not to be construed as all inclusive.

• Instructs classes within the cooking area for Youth and adult cooking classes.
• Plans and prepares innovative and challenging class curriculum for children in the area of cooking and kitchen safety.
• Responsible for keeping an inventory of supplies designated for cooking classes and providing a supply list to the Arts Enrichment Coordinator when necessary.  Ensure the Kitchen policies are followed, and safety is the highest priority in the kitchen.
• Responsible for working with the Arts Enrichment Coordinator in creative planning of future cooking classes and workshops for youth.
• Conducts birthday parties including set up and clean up.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned and required.

Physical and Environmental Standards: Must be able to repeatedly sit, walk, stand, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, reach and lift, push, and pull.  Must be able to type, write, use a calculator, use a computer, and answer the telephone.  Must possess the ability to use the telephone/cellphone to talk and hear.  The ability to communicate face-to-face is needed.  Vision requirements include near and far acuity.  Must be able to properly lift/move 20 pounds unassisted and 40 pounds with help.  Must be able to travel between all (4) facilities and/or offsite as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:   Proficiency in creating and facilitating cooking projects from diverse recipes.  Some experience in youth programming.  Ability to effectively communicate in oral and written formats with staff and members.  Ability to understand and interpret rules and regulations which govern the HRCA membership. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, peers and HRCA membership. Must possess or be able to obtain current First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of employment.

Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Benefits: Benefits for part time employees include Paid Sick Leave, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Discounts (30%) for Programs and Events, Recreation Center Usage, Retirement Plan and Medical Insurance (hours requirement).

Education: Associate degree in Culinary Arts and or Certificates and other related areas from an accredited two-year college or culinary school.

Experience: Two years in youth programming or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.

Application Submittal Deadline: 11/28/2025

EOE