Contract Instructor, Culinary Fundamentals

Job Description

In order to ensure your application is received by NAIT for thorough review and consideration, please apply directly through our Careers site at www.nait.ca/careersNOTE: We are looking for instructors to teach specifically in & around Calgary, AB.Indigenous Partnerships & Engagement works within the department of Corporate and Continuing Education to bring educational training opportunities to First Nation, Metis, and Inuit Nations throughout Canada.Our Food Safety program is designed to help students gain a competitive edge in the food services industry by combining their culinary and restaurant skills with certification in food preparation and workplace safety. Students enrolled in this course will gain the fundamental concepts, theory, skills, and techniques involved in cooking. They will learn about safety, sanitization, knife skills, and how to function in a professional kitchen. Upon completion, they will be able to describe the nutritional components of food and their value as well as demonstrate the use of culinary terms.The course also teaches the skills and knowledge to prepare, cook, and present a variety of pasta, rice, potato, fruit, and vegetable dishes in addition to covering purchasing, grading, handling, and storage of butcher shop products.Contract Instruction DeliverablesUtilize appropriate tools & equipment to instruct students & provide practical hands-on learning.Maintain professional ethical relationships with students and colleagues; respond professionally to student issues and concerns.Maintain student attendance and other documentation as required.Ability to order consumables and being flexible to changing resources. Having a degree of flexibility and fluidity that matches the needs of our Indigenous students.Program/Course GoalsTo provide participants with:Hands-on skills in culinary arts.Information on the apprenticeship system and how to navigate it.Experience working in a culinary environment & preparing student to work in various culinary environments.QualificationsExperience in culinary artsStrong verbal and written communication skillsBasic computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel Strong interpersonal and collaborative skillsPrior instructional experience considered an assetExcellent classroom management and instructional skillsA high level of independence is requiredLocation:This opportunity is specifically for individuals located in & around Calgary, AB.For those individuals who have held previous contracts with NAIT, please ensure that you re-submit your expression of interest through this process for further consideration.Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.About NAITAt NAIT, people matter.We’re proud to have been named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for 12 consecutive years. Developing an engaging, supportive and rewarding work culture is something we take seriously. We know that people are our biggest asset – they are what makes NAIT a great place to work.At NAIT, you are part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff and industry clients and partners. The NAIT culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity and accountability. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada. NAIT is committed to advancing equity and cultivating inclusion throughout the hiring process. We especially encourage applications from Aboriginal and Indigenous people, Black and racialized people, gender and sexually diverse (2SLGBTQIA+ and women) people, immigrants, and people with disabilities.What We OfferNAIT is a flexible workplace and depending on the nature of your role, you may request flexible work arrangements with respect to where and when you work, including being on-campus full-time, working off-site, or a combination of the two.Health and safety You can find the latest information on NAIT’s response to COVID-19 at nait.ca/covid19.Additional RequirementsApplicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada who have not had them previously assessed should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)www.alberta.ca/iqas-contact.aspx.AccommodationsNAIT is an inclusive employer and strives to hire a diverse workforce. If you are contacted by us regarding a job opportunity, please don’t hesitate to contact us if you require any accommodation during the selection process. Please contact us via email at careers@nait.ca.Thank you for your application; only those selected for an interview or to move on to the next step in the contracting process will be contacted

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