Culinary arts instructor job description

1. Associate Degree in Social Services, Education, Psychology, Business Administration or related area.
2. Three (3) years’ experience in adult learning methods, and nonprofits
3. Minimum (1) year experience teaching/training; in person or virtual
4. Required Must be bilingual (English/Spanish)
5. Required to successfully complete and maintain:
   • Fingerprint clearance under the Department of Public Safety

Additional Requirements:

Demonstrate GISA’s Values at all times.

Provides training in a professional, organized format following the curriculum.

Follows program training curriculum to meet the needs of the Pima County One-Stop Career Center, Goodwill, and the skill development needs of individuals with disabilities and barriers to employment including but not limited to the unemployed and underemployed members of our community.

During the course of each training class, evaluates students’ progress in relation to established program goals and modifies time spent on each curriculum item/lesson to better meet the needs for the students.

Establishes and maintains cooperative professional working relationships with Pima County One-Stop Career Center staff members and outside agencies.

Through Satisfaction Surveys and other methods, documents the satisfaction levels of persons receiving training and referring One-Stop Case Managers.

Maintains a log of all participants served during each contract period, including hard copies, and enters program participant records into the Pima County One-Stop and Goodwill computer system, and submits the log and monthly summary report for billing as requested by supervisor.

Ability to work independently, with minimum supervision.

Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities and environments.

Ability to read, write, and speak English; follow written and verbal instruction.

Possess current AZ driver’s license, and personal transportation with proof of auto insurance.

Ability to provide support services by working with disabled/disadvantaged persons and assisting in the rehabilitation process of Goodwill Industries of Southern Arizona, Inc.

Employee Benefits:

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Sick Leave

Company-paid Telemedicine plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Long- and Short-term Disability

Identity Theft Protection

403(b) retirement plan

30% employee discount

Criminal background screenings will be conducted on all eligible candidates. Only convictions that could impact this position will be considered.

We encourage all national service members, veterans, and their family members to apply.

Location: Tucson, AZ

**Your journey begins now!**

At Miraval Berkshires it is our ongoing purpose to bring imagination, authenticity and meaning to wellness. Each day we work to bring out the best in all we do for our guests and colleagues (you) to take comfort in. Candidates interested in joining us on this journey need to believe in the power of the individual and understand that regardless of the job, every position has meaning and is important to Miraval's purpose.

We seek a skilled and dynamic Culinary Instructor for our Life and Balance Kitchen. We seek a charismatic leader who can further refine, enhance, expand and promote our company's nutritional philosophies while taking culinary operations at Miraval Berkshires Resort to new levels of excellence.

The Culinary Instructor is in charge of the programming classes assigned by the programming chef. Classes will range in sizes depending on occupancy.

**Essential Functions:**

+ Planning and execution of daily classes for our guest

+ Testing and tasting of recipes

+ Development of new designs and recipes

+ Requisition of supplies and equipment

+ Training and mentoring of staff

+ Setting and working within a budget

+ Coordination with the Chef's on complementary flavors

+ Following the latest trends in culinary arts

+ Experimentation with new flavors

+ Assigning priorities to guest requests

+ Understanding all cooking techniques recipes are required

+ Maintains a neat, clean and orderly work area

+ Performs other related duties as assigned by the Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef or Programming Chef

Miraval is a place where high expectations aren't just met-they're exceeded. It's a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the wellness industry. It's a place where career opportunities are as unlimited as your imagination. Discover your place to shine in our warm, respectful, and inclusive culture.

We thank you for your interest. Be well.

Miraval Berkshires offers:

+ World class resort

+ Awarded Fortune's 100 best companies to work for

+ Unlimited use of our fitness center, yoga classes, and lectures

+ Competitive pay

+ $1,000 reimbursement for tuition (after 3 months)

+ Employee discounts on all spa services and programming

+ Discounted and comped rates at Hyatt Hotels

+ Positions with flexible schedules

**Qualifications:**

**EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE**

+ One year certificate or higher from college or technical school preferred; 2 to 5 years related experience and/or training: or equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior teaching experience preferred.

**LANGUAGE SKILLS**

+ Must possess fluent use of the English language.

+ Ability to effectively communicate with members of the media and relate the Miraval experience in an authentic and personal manner.

+ Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and government regulations.

+ Ability to write reports, business correspondence and operational procedures.

+ Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from senior leadership, managers and co-workers, clients, guests, staff and the general public.

**REASONING ABILITY**

+ Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.

+ Ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.

+ Ability to evaluate data from a variety of sources to establish trends, recognize patterns and realize opportunities.

+ Ability to think and reason strategically to establish goals and objectives on a regular basis.

+ Ability to assess, recommend and act to maintain company standards and meet organizational expectations.

+ Ability and sensitivity to customize and individualize responses to situations for each guest or staff member in alignment to the standards and values of Miraval Culinary and F&B Departments.

**PHYSICAL DEMANDS**

+ Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time and walk up and down stairs and walk intermittently for short distances.

+ Ability to lift, push and/or pull 50 pounds or more on a daily basis.

+ Ability to reach with arms and hands and bend at the waist when necessary.

+ Ability to use fine motor skills in manipulating knives in food preparation.

**Primary Location:** US-MA-Lenox

**Organization:** Miraval Berkshires Resort and Spa

**Pay Basis:** Yearly

**Job Level:** Full-time

**Job:** Culinary


Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.