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Job Description
Chef Instructor Meals in Motion Palmdale, CA Job Details Part-time $23 - $26 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits Paid training Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Qualifications School experience Kitchen health and safety standards Spanish Teamwork Food service health code compliance Youth programs teaching experience English Learning styles adaptability Food safety sanitizing procedures Working with students Instructional adaptability Youth group activity facilitation Food preparation Classroom Teaching Working with youth Full Job Description Chef Instructor - Youth Culinary Education We are seeking a passionate and experienced Chef Instructor to deliver pre-developed culinary lessons to students in youth-centered learning environments. The ideal candidate has culinary experience, experience working with youth, and the ability to lead engaging, organized, and positive hands-on classes. Position Overview This role is for someone who can do more than cook. We are looking for someone who can teach, connect with students, manage a group, and create a supportive learning environment while delivering Meals in Motion's culinary programming.
Responsibilities Deliver Culinary Classes:
Lead engaging, hands-on cooking classes for students of varying skill levels.
Hands-On Instruction:
Teach food preparation, basic cooking techniques, kitchen safety, sanitation, and other foundational culinary skills.
Mentorship and Guidance:
Encourage and support students as they build confidence, teamwork, and practical cooking skills.
Classroom Management:
Manage group dynamics effectively to maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment.
Program Delivery:
Follow pre-developed recipes, lesson plans, and class structure provided by Meals in Motion.
Professional Representation:
Represent Meals in Motion professionally with students, staff, families, and community partners.
Requirements Youth Teaching Experience:
Experience teaching, mentoring, coaching, or leading youth in schools, youth centers, camps, after-school programs, or similar settings.
Culinary Skills:
Culinary experience or strong hands-on cooking knowledge, with an understanding of basic kitchen operations.
Food Safety Knowledge:
Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and safe food handling practices.
Communication Skills:
Ability to clearly explain instructions, engage students, and adapt to different learning styles.
Group Management:
Ability to manage classroom activities and keep students focused, involved, and safe.
Reliability:
Must be reliable, punctual, organized, and professional.
Transportation:
Must have reliable transportation to travel to program locations. Preferred Qualifications Food Handler Card, ServSafe, or other food safety certification. Experience working in schools, youth programs, nonprofit programs, or community-based education. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus. Why Join Meals in Motion? At Meals in Motion, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through culinary education. Our programs help youth build confidence, learn practical life skills, and develop a healthier relationship with food. If you have culinary skills, enjoy working with youth, and are confident leading a group, we invite you to apply. To Apply Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter describing your experience working with youth, your culinary background, and your interest in Meals in Motion.
Pay:
$23.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
Flexible schedule Paid training Professional development assistance
