Culinary Instructor

Culinary Instructor Salary: $23.96 - $25.52 Position Overview The Culinary Instructor at The Arc Ontario leads the development and daily operation of the Training Kitchen Initiative, creating a structured culinary training program that helps individuals build real‑world food service skills and prepare for competitive employment. This role designs curriculum, establishes training pathways, provides hands‑on instruction in cooking, safety, and kitchen operations, and adapts learning experiences to meet individual needs. The Culinary Instructor also builds partnerships with employers and community organizations, supports program growth, maintains a safe and compliant kitchen environment, tracks participant progress, and completes all required documentation. If you are passionate about culinary arts, workforce development, and helping people gain meaningful skills that lead to employment, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact. Work Location Canandaigua, NY Schedule Full-Time; 40 hours; 8am to 4pm; Monday through Friday; Flexibility in schedule required to meet agency needs. Benefits Health and retirement benefits Paid time off; Over 3 weeks of vacation within your first year! Sick Time Growth potential/Opportunity for advancement within my agency Educational Assistance Employee Assistance Program Access to a Fitness Center in the Main Facility Pay on Demand Free Telehealth with EZaccessMD Emergency Assistance Funding And more Responsibilities Design, develop, and implement a comprehensive culinary training program that reflects industry standards and real-world food service environments. Build and maintain relationships with local employers, community partners, and industry professionals to support program development and job placement opportunities. Participate in professional development, in-service training, and required certifications to remain current with industry and regulatory standards. Requirements Bachelor's Degree in the Culinary Arts or related field and one year of full‑time experience in the culinary/hospitality industry as a chef and/or baker or equivalent education and experience. Plus one year full-time direct service experience working with individuals with a disability is preferred. Have experience as an instructor of a culinary program and have high degree of technical ability to relay information in a manner that provides a positive learning experience and instills a passion for the profession. Possess the administrative and technological skills adequate to build course materials and have the ability to demonstrate concern and sensitivity toward culinary trainees and their individual needs and learning styles. ServSafe Certified and Proctor Status preferred. If not obtained by time of hire, must obtain status within six months of employment. NYS License Required. Equal Opportunity Employer The Arc Ontario is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. The Arc Ontario does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of any characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr