Educator Assistant - Non Exempt, Part Time, Napa, CA

$45,760 - $45,760/Yr

The Salvation Army - Napa, CA

Part-time - Entry Level

Napa, CA

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About the position

The Educator Assistant position at The Salvation Army's Culinary Training Academy is a part-time role focused on supporting the day-to-day operations of the culinary program. The assistant will help instruct students, supervise kitchen operations, and ensure the successful completion of the training program. This role is essential in fostering a learning environment and assisting with various culinary tasks and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruitment, promotion, and conducting interviews for potential students.
• Coordinate teaching and instruction for culinary students.
• Instruct students in culinary theory, lab exercises, and hands-on training in the kitchen.
• Monitor students' performance and suggest improvements to meet course standards.
• Maintain records and documentation to support class training and student progress.
• Assist in tracking and maintaining records of graduating culinary students.
• Supervise kitchen personnel and volunteers in the absence of the Culinary Instructor/Kitchen Manager.
• Assist with catering duties and emergency disaster responses.
• Provide meal service for special events and prepare meals during shifts.
• Assist with storage and receipt of food and goods received.
• Report problems in writing to the Culinary Instructor/Kitchen Manager.
• Maintain efficient kitchen operations including food procurement, preparation, and cleanliness.
• Ensure safe and attractive food preparation for meals and snacks.
• Schedule pick-up of supplies and donations.
• Research methods to minimize food expenses and maintain a weekly schedule of assignments for students and volunteers.
• Develop weekly menus that are creative and nutritious in coordination with the Culinary Instructor/Kitchen Manager.
• Conduct monthly physical inventory of kitchen food and supplies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certified from a Culinary Program or 3 years' experience in the hospitality industry.
• Must possess a food handlers' certification at the time of employment.
• Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision.
• Knowledgeable in food service ordering, inventory management, budgeting, food preparation, and equipment maintenance.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and correspondence.
• Ability to write clear correspondence and present information effectively.
• Must complete the manager level ServeSafe training within 60 days of employment.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in supervising kitchen operations.
• Knowledge of catering and event meal service.

Benefits

• Part-time work schedule with flexible hours.
• Competitive hourly wage of $22 per hour.