Culinary Instructor

Merage Jewish Community Center of Orange County

Merage Jewish Community Center of Orange County

California, USA · Irvine, CA, USA
Posted on Mar 12, 2026
Join the team at the Merage Jewish Community Center of Orange County, where passion meets purpose! Located in the heart of Irvine, our state-of-the-art facility is more than just a workplace—it's a community.Position PurposeThe Culinary Instructor job requires planning and forethought; proactive, resourcefulness and creative problem-solving skills. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and effective communication are required. She/he must be skilled in teaching and making presentations to groups and in explaining culinary techniques at fundamental to advanced levels. Under the guidance of the Culinary Arts Director, this position works to develop cooking classes for children and adults that are fun and educational. Job requires some regular evening and weekend shifts.MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: Developing curriculum; Teaching a variety of cooking classes; Administrative; Kitchen Prep; Kitchen Etiquette.PRIMARY RESULTS ACCOUNTABLE FOR ACHIEVING; SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: The Culinary Instructor does not have supervisory responsibilities. This position reports to: Culinary Arts Director.SCHEDULE- Day Shift Hours - Average weekly hours 31 to 40.- Evening Shifts will be as needed; such as for evening eventsBENEFITS: Health Benefits Package. Paid Time Off. Retirement Plan. Complimentary fitness center membership. Employee discount to JCC events and other amenities.Job Type: Full-timeExperience: Cooking: 2 years (Required)Ability to Commute: Irvine, CA 92603 (Required)Ability to Relocate: Irvine, CA 92603: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In personEmail lironr@jccoc.org with your resume