Cooking Instructors (RECREATION INSTRUCTOR 1) **REVISED**

Status
Closed
Closing date
Department
Parks & Recreation

Cooking Instructors (RECREATION INSTRUCTOR 1)

[THIS IS A UNION POSITION]

INTERNAL/EXTERNALOPPORTUNITY

$17.87 per hour (plus 14% in lieu of benefits)

Auxiliary positions are available September - November 2019 for the following shifts;

Mon Sep 16-Nov 25, 5:30-8:00pm, plus 1 hour prep time/week (no shift Oct 14 & Nov 11)

Tue Sep 24-Nov 19, 5:30-8:00pm, plus 1 hour prep time/week

These positions require you to plan and facilitate cooking classes in a kitchen setting for children/youth 6yrs+.

The incumbent will:

  • Ensure a fun and safe environment for all participants through site and risk management
  • Be responsible for lesson planning, first aid, and program implementation
  • Compile a cooking manual for each set of classes with healthy recipes
  • Consistently instruct engaging, interactive classes
  • Communicate and work cooperatively with participants, parents, co-workers and supervisors
  • Have strong leadership skills
  • Have a strong knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen safety
  • Be responsible for purchasing foodstuffs and supplies needed for each class
  • Set-up and clean-up the teaching space before and after each class
  • Provide excellent customer service and public relations

The preferred candidate will have:

  • Experience planning and leading children’s programs and activities
  • Current First Aid Certificate
  • Criminal Record Check
  • Foodsafe Certificate

Class details are as follows:

Kids Cooking Fun! (6-12 yrs)

Prepare delicious meals and snacks in a kid-friendly, fun environment. Complete new recipes each week while learning skills for safe, enjoyable and successful cooking experiences. Classes provide kids with the confidence and ability to assist you in your kitchen at home.

Location: Esquimalt United Church, Rainbow Kitchen

Mon Sep 16-Oct 28 6:00-7:30pm (no class Oct 14)

Tue Sep 24-Oct 29 6:00-7:30pm

Location: Esquimalt Recreation Centre

5 Star Cooking (8-12 yrs)

Create meals and desserts that look complicated & taste amazing but are actually easy to make. These classes will also include more advanced tips for the slightly experienced young chef.

Mon Nov 4-Nov 25 6:00-7:30pm (no class Nov 11)

Tue Nov 5-Nov 19 6:00-7:30pm

Location: Esquimalt Recreation Centre

Visit our website www.esquimalt.ca to view the job description for this position as well as the Township’s corporate values and strategic plan.