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Remington College is seeking an exceptional Culinary Arts Instructor! Are you a dedicated and enthusiastic culinary arts professional who is ready to make a difference by educating students who are ...

Culinary Arts Instructor

Washington, DC ยท On-site

$60K - $69K/yr

Individualizes the Culinary Arts curriculum to fit the students' choice of vocation and maintains contact with vocational counselors and instructors. * Prepares reports such as student/staff hours ...

Culinary Arts Instructor

Chicago, IL ยท On-site

$20 - $27/hr

The Culinary Arts Instructor will be responsible for leading culinary arts programs After School ... Instructors must have a program curriculum plan. See ASM Program Planner Knowledge, Skills, and ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for culinary arts instructors in the United States is $66,503.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,500.00 and $64,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Culinary Arts Instructor

Sumner, WA โ€ข On-site

$17.13 - $19.77/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

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Job description

Position: Culinary Arts Instructor

Wage:$17.13 to $19.77 per hour (Compensation is determined based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, with most new hires starting between the minimum and midpoint of the posted wage range)

Hours:Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week

Location:Gordon Family YMCA, Sumner, WA

As a Culinary Arts Instructor, you will be responsible for providing direct leadership, instruction and motivation for program participants in culinary arts classes, creating a quality experience for students and parents focused on YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

As the program is in its beginning stages of growth and development, the Culinary Arts Instructor will need to be creative and willing to help with ideas for new and innovative culinary classes, curriculum building, lesson plan preparation, member communication, and marketing.

Qualifications:

  • Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
  • Committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
  • Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.
  • Minimum of 18 years of age or older.
  • 5+ years of formal culinary arts training or comparable experience.
  • 1-2 years of experience as a culinary arts teacher and/or teaching assistant preferred.
  • Positive attitude and previous experience with varying ages and diverse populations.
  • Possess the knowledge and skills to teach preschool and beginning-level culinary arts classes.
  • Ability to create engaging lesson plans that reflect appropriate level, ability, and classroom management.
  • Able to obtain and maintain CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications.
  • Able to obtain and maintain a WA State Department of Health Food Handler Card.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Teach and demonstrate sound culinary techniques and principles to program participants.
  • Create class lesson plans within the allotted budgeted hours with a natural progression that relates to the abilities and ages of the classes being taught, as well as reflect YMCA curricula and YMCA core values.
  • Attend and contribute to YMCA events as assigned.
  • Effectively communicate program information and student progress to the youth and/or arts director and members at each session.
  • Attend center and association culinary art staff training and meetings as required.
  • Assist the youth and/or arts director in reaching campaign goals by telling the Y story, making personal asks, and supporting center events.
  • Maintain a clean and organized classroom environment by thoroughly cleaning program areas and properly storing all supplies after each class.

Benefits:

All YMCA Employees receive the below benefits:

  • A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
  • Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
  • Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
  • Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
  • 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise

Part-Time employees who work more than 20 hrs./week are eligible for the below voluntary benefit options:

  • HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)
  • Willamette Dental Plan
  • VSP Vision Plan

At the Y, we're all about empowering people, inspiring action, and strengthening the communities we call home. Join our team and support our vision of creating opportunity to all can thrive in every season of life. To apply, visit our website at www.ymcapkc.org.

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled