Job Overview
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Tuition Assistance
Professional Development
Job Description
The University of Oklahoma, a prestigious and well-established institution, is actively seeking a Culinary Instructor to join its innovative team. The University is dedicated to fostering creativity, collaboration, and advancement in various disciplines, including culinary medicine. This role is a part of an educational initiative designed to blend the fields of nutrition, cooking, and healthcare, aimed primarily at medical students, physician assistant students, as well as community members. The University emphasizes creating an inclusive environment where diverse talents and perspectives thrive, enhancing the educational experience for all. Employment with the University offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge curriculum development... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- 36 months of culinary experience
- Food Handlers Certificate
- Ability to engage in repetitive motions and communicate effectively
- Ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods
- Ability to climb stairs, bend, stoop, and reach
- Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs
- Ability to push, pull, and steer food carts weighing up to 50 lbs
- Ability to speak and hear well to conduct classes
- Ability to see well enough to read standard print and conduct inspections
- Ability to work in hot and cold temperature extremes
- Exposure to machinery, electrical appliances, fire, heat, cleaning chemicals, sudden temperature changes, slippery surfaces, noise/vibration, steam, hot water, and cramped areas
- Ability to detect odors and indicators of food spoilage or unclean conditions
- Ability to travel within the State
- Food Handlers Certificate
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- 36 months of culinary experience
- Preferred Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts or related field
- Advanced knowledge of how to prepare healthy and nutritious meals
- Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching to individuals and groups
- Ability to coordinate food waste management and composting
- Ability to teach all levels of expertise to include students, staff, faculty, and community members
- Ability to create a nutrition curriculum, nutritious recipes, and special diet modifications
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to develop web and print media
- Ability to travel within the State
- Ability to lead a culinary cooking class and create an inviting learning environment exploring cooking techniques, nutritional content, and kitchen safety
- Demonstrated Food Media experience including Food Styling, Food Photography, and Video and/or live demonstration experience
- Culinary professional who oversees the research and development of new recipes and food products to fill a specific need
- Kitchen management experience to include hiring, training, scheduling kitchen assistants and other staff, maintaining kitchen use schedules, performing quality control of food production, ordering/managing inventory and budgets, maintaining lab/kitchen standards, and knowledge of reconciliation and reimbursement procedures
Job Duties
- Provides culinary training and professional consultations including nutrition, safety, costing flavor techniques, knife skills, and cooking methods
- Actively engages students during the teaching process to facilitate learning in all cookingrelated aspects of the curriculum
- Performs class preparation such as recipe selection, grocery lists, and supply lists
- Coordinates purchasing and maintenance of kitchen equipment
- Orders and maintains supplies for classes to include but not limited to fresh and frozen foods, cooking equipment, and cleaning supplies
- Oversees all food prep and clean up
- Sets up classes and training
- Tests recipes and conducts live cooking events
- Develops original recipes and skillsbased training modules related to healthy meal preparation
- Records cooking segments and videos
- May train support or kitchen staff who assist in the teaching kitchen
- Performs various duties as needed in order to successfully fulfill the functions of the position
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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