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Culinary Teaching Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Adjunct Culinary Instructor

MI · On-site

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Online teaching experience preferred. Minimum Education and Experience * Master's degree in Culinary Arts OR * Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts and five (5) years of recent work experience in the ...

Culinary Aide

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

$13 - $17.50/hr

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Culinary Aide Kent Career Tech Center Non Union Hourly Classified 7 Hours Daily (FT) / 182 Days ... Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with teachers, students, and ...

Culinary Aide

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

$13 - $17.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Culinary Aide Kent Career Tech Center Non Union Hourly Classified 7 Hours Daily (FT) / 182 Days ... Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with teachers, students, and ...

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How much do culinary teaching jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for culinary teaching in Michigan is $57,963.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,700.00 and $56,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is culinary teaching?

Culinary teaching involves instructing students in the art and science of cooking, food preparation, and kitchen management. Culinary teachers work in schools, colleges, culinary institutes, or community programs, guiding learners through techniques, recipes, and food safety standards. They develop lesson plans, demonstrate cooking methods, and assess students’ skills to help them build a strong foundation for a career in the culinary industry. Culinary teaching also often includes teaching soft skills such as teamwork, time management, and creativity.

What is the difference between Culinary Teaching vs Culinary Instructor?

AspectCulinary TeachingCulinary Instructor
CredentialsCooking certifications, culinary degreesCooking certifications, culinary degrees
Work EnvironmentCooking schools, community colleges, culinary academiesCooking schools, community colleges, culinary academies
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, culinary programsEducational institutions, culinary programs
Search & Comparison IntentLearning culinary skills, teaching methodsTeaching culinary skills, curriculum development

Both Culinary Teaching and Culinary Instructor roles involve educating students in culinary arts, often requiring similar certifications and working in educational settings. The main difference lies in terminology; 'Culinary Instructor' is a more specific title used within culinary education programs, while 'Culinary Teaching' refers broadly to the act or profession of teaching cooking skills. Understanding these nuances helps job seekers find the right opportunities aligned with their qualifications and career goals.

How do I become a culinary teacher?

To become a culinary teacher, you typically need relevant culinary experience, such as working as a chef or cook, and often a culinary arts degree or certification. Teaching positions may also require a teaching credential or certification, depending on the educational institution. Strong communication skills and knowledge of instructional methods are important for success in this role.

What are some common challenges faced by culinary instructors when teaching students with varying skill levels?

Culinary instructors often encounter the challenge of accommodating students who have diverse backgrounds and experience in the kitchen. This requires balancing lesson plans to ensure beginners grasp foundational techniques without slowing down more advanced learners. Instructors may use differentiated instruction, hands-on demonstrations, and small group activities to address individual needs. Open communication and adaptability are key to maintaining an inclusive learning environment where all students can succeed.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a culinary teacher, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Culinary Teacher, you need a strong background in culinary arts, professional cooking experience, and often formal education such as a culinary degree or teaching certification. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, food safety standards, and instructional technologies is typically required. Patience, effective communication, and the ability to inspire and mentor students are crucial soft skills in this role. These skills ensure high-quality instruction, student engagement, and safe, productive learning environments in culinary education.
What cities in Michigan are hiring for Culinary Teaching jobs? Cities in Michigan with the most Culinary Teaching job openings:
Infographic showing various Culinary Teaching job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, and 21% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $57,963 per year, or $27.9 per hour.

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Posted 14 days ago


Job description

POSITION TITLE:                             CTE Teaching Assistant Culinary
FTE:                                                   1.0 


POSITION LOCATION:                     Huron High School


SALARY:                                            AAEA/P Salary Schedule, Group 2 Classification


REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:         Building Principal


QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
The following is a list of qualifications for the position, any one of which may be waived by the Board in
exercising its prerogative to determine qualifications.







EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or equivalent and at least one of the following:
 Associates, Bachelor's degree or experience in related field
 60 credit hours from approved post-secondary institution, or CDA certificate with the ability to
 complete additional 30 hours.
 Have passing score on one of the following state approved academic assessments:
    i. WorkKeys Proficiency Certificate for Teacher Assistants
   ii. Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC)
   iii. ETS ParaPro Assessment
  Experience in the Culinary field, valid Serve Safe Manager certification preferred
  Strong Culinary skills and ability to operate commercial kitchen equipment including mixers,
  ovens, stoves, dishwashers and other commercial kitchen equipment as needed.
  Ability to complete basic math and estimating skills necessary in the kitchen.
  Effectively able to support a diverse student population and students with IEP's enabling students
  to successfully complete course expectations.















ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONISIBILITIES:
 Assist the Culinary teacher in the lab, as needed
 Ability to work with special population students and assist in learning hands-on and academic
 skills in the labs
 Adhere to federal OSHA and Serve Safe standards dress code in the lab
 Monitor student safety and quality of work in the lab
 Ability to perform light custodial and maintenance duties
 Provide assistance with behavior management and social skills
 Work with teacher to modify and create instructional materials
 Work together as a team with teacher(s) and other support staff
 Facilitate communication between students, staff and family members
 Maintain accurate records monitoring student progress
 Monitor activities to ensure safety of student, classmates and other staff
 Accompany students on field trips
 Willingness to be trained in the areas of: seizure protocol, administering medications,
 asthma/allergy care, other areas as needed
 Regular and reliable attendance
 Other duties may be assigned


















SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Some supervision of students when the certified staff is temporarily absent.


LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Read, write and comprehend basic instructions, short correspondence, and memos
Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to staff, parents, students and
administrators
Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.





MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Add, subtract, and multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions,
and decimals.



REASONING ABILITY:
Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.



OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:
Work with parents and children of diverse cultural backgrounds
Perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies



PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be
met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and
sometimes walk and sit. Occasionally the employee will bend or twist at the neck more than the average
person while performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs
such as tools and equipment. The employee is directly responsible for safety, well-being, or work output
of other people. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read
handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet
multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.










WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of
those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is frequently required
to interact with the public and staff and is directly responsible for the safety, well-being or work output of
students.
METHOD OF APPLICATION:
All applicants must complete the online application at a2schools.org >> District Links >> Job