Director of Culinary Instruction
Lighthouse Mission Ministries
Department: Infrastructure
Schedule: Full-time, On-site
Salary: $50k-70k DOE
Position Description: The Director of Culinary Instruction to leads LMM’s culinary education program while supporting LMM’s residential dining services and social enterprises. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in culinary arts, experience in and passion for teaching and a proven track record of program development. This role requires an individual who can inspire and guide our students while ensuring the highest standards of culinary education.
Compensation & Benefits:
- LMM offers a competitive compensation package that includes the following benefits:
- Paid Time Off (PTO): 120 hours to start, with accrual thereafter.
- Paid Holidays: 12 paid holidays annually.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive employer-sponsored plans available to employees.
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match: LMM matches up to 5% of employee contributions.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support services for personal and work-related concerns.
- Life Insurance & Disability Coverage: Employer-sponsored options available.
- Paid Training & Professional Development Opportunities.
- Education Reimbursement Program.
- A Christ-centered workplace focused on mission-driven impact.
- For full details, please visit our website.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the development and implementation of culinary arts curriculum and instructional program.
- Lead, mentor and encourage growth in other culinary staff, providing guidance and support to ensure effective teaching practices among the entire kitchen team.
- Develop and maintain relationships with industry professionals, organizations, and alumni to enhance program offerings and opportunities for students.
- Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and maintain records required for program accreditation.
- Recruit and retain students, promoting the culinary program to prospective students.
- Organize and coordinate culinary events, workshops, and demonstrations to enrich the student experience.
- Manage the department budget, including purchasing equipment and supplies, and ensuring cost-effective use of resources.
- Stay current with industry trends and advancements in culinary arts to continuously improve the program.
- Assess and evaluate student performance, providing feedback and support to foster their growth and development.
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages creativity and innovation.
- Incorporate nutritional education into the curriculum, emphasizing the importance of balanced and healthy eating.
- Collaborate with nutrition experts to design and implement programs that promote good nutrition and wellness.
- Evaluate and revise recipes and menus to ensure they meet nutritional guidelines and standards
- Engage and maintain volunteers, providing training, support and recognition for their contributions to the culinary program.
Organizational Relationships:
- Works independently and collaboratively with other team members.
- Represents LMM to vendors and outside agencies in the course of daily work.
- Reports directly to the Chief Infrastructure Officer.
Qualifications:
- Agreement with the Lighthouse Mission’s Statement of Faith and adhere to the Life & Personal Covenant, as outlined in the Employee Handbook
- A passion for serving Jesus and making the Gospel known through mercy ministry. The successful candidate will have an active church/prayer life.
- Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or a related field. (Relevant experience considered).
- Minimum of 5 years of experience supervising in kitchens, with at least 2 years in a teaching or instructional role.
- Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with students, faculty, and industry professionals.
- Proven experience in curriculum development and program management.
- Knowledge of accreditation standards and requirements for culinary programs.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Proficiency in using culinary equipment and technology.
- Expertise in the use of computers including the Google and Microsoft Suites
- Advanced problem solving skills, knowledge of best practices and research techniques
- Possess independent judgment skills and the ability to take initiative
- Ability to interact effectively as a team member and to work independently
- Effective interpersonal communication skills--both written and verbal
- Ability to report as regularly scheduled to the work site
- Execution of a confidentiality agreement
- Ability to successfully pass pre-employment background screenings.
Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:
- Standing 50%; walking 20%; sitting 30%
- Heavy lifting (Up to 50 lbs.)
- Ability to operate pallet moving equipment (forklift)
As an outreach of Lighthouse Mission Ministries, successful applicants will show a desire to end spiritual, economic, physical and social poverty with an aim toward restored identities and recovered vocations for the purpose of healthy relationships with God, each other, and the world. Must be committed to the Christian faith and comply with drug-free policy.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lighthouse Mission Ministries is both an equal-opportunity employer and a faith-based religious organization. Consistent with our mission and applicable laws, we do not discriminate in our employment practices based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or veteran status. As permitted by law, LMM reserves the right to employ only those who affirm and adhere to our Statement of Faith and Life & Personal Covenant. Lighthouse Mission Ministries does not discriminate in its employment practices or in the administration and dissemination of its programs and services. Pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 702 (42 U.S.C. 2000e I(a)), Lighthouse Mission Ministries has the right to, and does, hire only candidates who agree with the Lighthouse Mission Statement of Faith.
