Culinary Camp Instructor

Description

The Culinary Camp Chef will prepare a curriculum with recipes and culinary instruction for each week of Culinary Camp using the theme. The curriculum will be designed for youth entering 3rd – 6th grade, to develop culinary skills and have fun. The Culinary Camp Chef will use safe food handling practices as well as Kosher guidelines and practices.

Schedule

25-30 hours per week June 8 - July 31, plus a week of orientation May 26-29. Works primarily morning hours M-F (8:15am-1pm), campers in session from 9-12 daily. Plus additional prep, clean-up and shopping.

Essential Functions

• Overall responsibility for the supervision, planning and implementation of the Culinary Camp program. Supervise and support staff assigned to Culinary Camp. Assure that kitchen and equipment are left clean following use.  
• Determine food, supplies and equipment needed to carry out weekly culinary projects. Purchase supplies or request a week in advance in order for them to be available in time for the Culinary Camp Sessions. 
• Teach culinary skills to youth. Provide instruction that allows children to participate as fully as possible in all aspects of the cooking projects – from prep to clean up. Work with Camp Counselors to support youth in having fun with games and other activities while waiting.   
• Lead the Culinary Camp Schedule, coordinating morning preparations, culinary skill sessions, clean up and when applicable, the packaging of foods for children to take home. 

Requirements

• Proven skills in the Culinary arts, cooking, baking skills and safe food handling education
• Education and experience in teaching Culinary Skills is preferred
• Experience working with children in teaching Culinary Skills is preferred 
• Ability to plan, carry out and implement a Culinary Camp program for youth 3rd-6th grade
• Ability to work under Vaad rules to follow Kosher food guidelines and practices (this will be taught on the job)
• Prior experience supervising/leading others is helpful

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift 40 pounds
• Able to work around children with a variety of needs and abilities

About The J

The J is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The J is Shabbat-Observant Friendly.

The mission of The J is to build a strong, vibrant and inclusive community that enhances wellness, meaning and joy based on Jewish values, heritage and culture.

The J operates on these values:

• Welcoming + Inclusive - We are welcoming, inclusive and nurturing. We invite all to join us in making connections and lifelong friendships.
• Building Community - We believe in the strength of community and we seek to cultivate a sense of belonging in all we do.
• Enriching Mind + Body + Soul - We help individuals live a physically, intellectually, and emotionally healthy lifestyle.
• Passing on Jewish Culture + History - We celebrate and pass on the values, culture, history, and traditions of the Jewish people.
• Treat Others As You Wish To Be Treated - We treat everyone with respect, dignity and loving kindness.