Chef Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and adaptable culinary professionals to deliver hands-on instruction within STEP's growing culinary training programs.

The ideal candidate combines:

• Strong culinary fundamentals
• Experience and passion for teaching adults
• Strong communication skills
• Cultural awareness and the ability to engage effectively with English Language Learners (ELLs) and individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt instruction, pacing, and supervision to different learning needs and levels of kitchen experience
• Professionalism, reliability, accountability, and strong organizational skills
• A positive collaborative attitude toward STEP instructional and program staff
• Previous formal teaching experience, either in culinary field or some other field, is highly desirable. Some experience in the culinary industry—either as an instructor, a recent graduate from a professional culinary school, or as a chef/food manager, is required.

Instructional Responsibilities

• Prepare for and deliver assigned culinary classes in accordance with STEP's established curricula and learning objectives.
• Review recipes, instructional materials, equipment needs, and class requirements in advance.
• Coordinate with STEP to ensure appropriate preparation and organization of instructional sessions.
• Conduct demonstrations, supervise hands-on activities, and adapt instructional approaches to participants' learning needs.
• Maintain professional standards of food safety, sanitation, organization, and efficient kitchen operations.
• Ensure proper setup, cleaning, and ready to be closed instructional facilities, leaving kitchens in their original condition.
• Provide constructive feedback on participants' progress and communicate relevant observations or recommendations to the Assistant Director of Training
• Encourage team work, professional conduct, and accountability, during classes.
• Collaborate with STEP on instructional improvements.

Professional Qualities & Certifications

We value candidates who demonstrate:

Certifications & Credentials

• Food safety certifications, including ServSafe Food Protection Manager, are desirable.
• Allergen awareness training or certification is an asset.
• Formal culinary education.
• Teaching credentials are desirable.

Engagement, Scheduling & Compensation

This is a contract-based opportunity with flexible instructional assignments determined by STEP's program needs and mutually agreed upon with the Chef Instructor.

Assignments may vary in frequency, location, and duration. A fixed number of assignments is not guaranteed.

Compensation will be hourly, with the scope of work and expected time commitment established individually for each assignment, including instructional delivery, preparation, and kitchen responsibilities.

Travel expenses may be covered when necessary and approved in advance.

\nCompany Description

Established by the union UNITE HERE Local 23 and its partner employers, STEP is committed to creating opportunities for the advancement of unionized front-line workers in their jobs and lives. Our culinary classes help participants develop and improve professional kitchen competencies, explore diverse culinary traditions, and build confidence through hands on learning.

Company Description

Established by the union UNITE HERE Local 23 and its partner employers, STEP is committed to creating opportunities for the advancement of unionized front-line workers in their jobs and lives. Our culinary classes help participants develop and improve professional kitchen competencies, explore diverse culinary traditions, and build confidence through hands on learning.