Immediately Need TEACHING KITCHEN CHEF in New York City, NY
Posted 2025-03-15Job title: TEACHING KITCHEN CHEF
Company: Compass Group
Job description: Position Title: TEACHING KITCHEN CHEF
Pay 16
Reports To: Executive Chef
Salary: $80,000-$95,000
Other Forms of Compensation: Stipend + Comprehensive Benefits Package
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Job Summary
In the Food Educator role, you will manage the teaching kitchen space and team, which involves teaching classes to Google employees and their customers, and community partners, managing team members that support the program locally. In addition to taking the lead in this teaching kitchen, you will partner with local, regional and global teams to align on objectives and key results, working alongside the global Program Manager; other Food Educator; Marketing, Communication and Engagement; digital production team members; and culinary operators, to collaborate on class development and promotional activities. This role partners with the client's local, regional and global team directly and shares performance metrics and insights with these sponsors.
This role is based in New York, NY.
The great things you will do:
Teach onsite, online, and a hybrid of these culinary/food classes according to the course curriculum.
Provide food experiences for team building that fosters connection within the teams and with the Food Program ethos.
Provide guidance and encouragement to the attendees and build a strong sense of community around food on your campus.
Adapt creative instructional methods to engage students in the learning process both onsite, online, and in a hybrid environment.
Own the local delivery of the program through the programming (topics, scheduling), the setup of the Teaching Kitchen, the supplies, the handouts, and any other dimension that ensures a meaningful and fun experience that builds their confidence in the kitchen.
Work with the regional Food Program Manager to schedule a quarterly syllabus that touches all the subjects of the program (basic skills, menu planning, sustainability, etc.)
Support the Marketing, Communications, and Engagement team to promote and communicate effectively on your program.
What we look for in the perfect candidate:
3-4 year degree in one of the following areas: culinary, nutrition, food science, hospitality, business administration.
A minimum of 2 years teaching experience in a culinary setting.
At least 2 years of direct management experience (staff management, budget management).
Experience in a technologically advanced setting.
Work experience in a multi-unit or international, matrix organization.
Passion in wellness, sustainability and sustainable food practices.
Has a background in multiple cuisines and an understanding of healthy, plant-forward food.
Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
Maintain a positive attitude under pressure and a one-team spirit.
Proficiency in Google Apps and customer service-driven email communication.
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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Req ID: 1235226
Restaurant Associates
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Expected salary: $80000 - 95000 per year
Location: New York City, NY