Culinary Arts Assistant

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Culinary Arts Paraprofessional

Job Title (for context): Culinary Arts Paraprofessional

Job Description

The culinary arts paraprofessional supports students in the culinary arts program by ensuring students have access to high-quality, hands-on learning experiences aligned with career and technical education (CTE) standards and supports interdependent student-centered classrooms that promote discourse and collaboration. The paraprofessional receives instruction from the culinary instructors. The culinary arts paraprofessional reports directly to the CTE director with directives from the Assistant School Principal.

Essential Functions

Responsible for assisting instructors during culinary laboratory activities and demonstrations. Responsible for supporting students as they practice culinary techniques, food preparation, and kitchen procedures. Responsible for reinforcing safety, sanitation, and professional workplace expectations. May provide individual and small-group assistance under the direction of the instructor. Responsible for assisting with student supervision during classroom, laboratory, and work-based learning activities. Responsible for assisting students during catering events, competitions, fundraisers, and special events. Provides support for student participation in SkillsUSA and other career and technical student organizations. Provides support for students in work-based learning and community partnership activities as needed. Perform other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned and are consistent with this position.

Critical Skills, Experience, and Knowledge

Demonstrates the ability to work in a culinary career and technical program Demonstrates strong customer service skills and the ability to interact patiently and positively with the public, school staff, parents/guardians, and students.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relations with the public and co-workers. Demonstrates strong communication skills orally and in writing.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions

Minimum Required Qualifications

HS Diploma or GED
Ability to obtain a Teacher Assistant Certification per Ride Guidelines
Ability to work effectively with high school students and staff.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate degree or industry training in culinary arts, hospitality, or a related field.
ServSafe Food Handler or ServSafe Manager Certification.
Experience working in an educational or training environment.
Experience supporting youth or workforce development programs.
Knowledge of commercial kitchen operations, food safety, and sanitation practices.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation