Career and Technical Education; CTE Teacher Culinary Arts

Job Description: CTE Culinary Arts Instructor

Career and Technical Education (CTE) Teacher – Culinary Arts Pathway

Full‑Time

The CTE Culinary Arts Instructor will be responsible for preparing high school students for careers in the culinary and hospitality industries. The instructor will deliver instruction aligned with the Culinary Arts Career Pathway (#972), focusing on culinary theory, application, and industry best practices.

The ideal candidate will combine hands‑on culinary experience, industry knowledge, and teaching expertise to equip students with the technical skills, creativity, and professionalism needed for success in the culinary field.

• Deliver Curriculum:
  Teach courses aligned with the Culinary Arts Pathway, including but not limited to:
  • Culinary Arts I (#996000)
  • Culinary Arts II (#996001)
  • Orientation to Culinary Arts (#996002)
  • Theory and Application of Culinary Arts I (#996004)
  • Theory and Application of Culinary Arts II (#996005)
  • Advanced Studies in Culinary Arts (#996006)
• Practical
  
  Experience:
  
  Provide hands‑on training in culinary techniques, food safety, kitchen management, and industry‑standard practices.
• Career Readiness:
  Prepare students for certifications such as Serv Safe® and Pro Start® to enhance their employability in the culinary industry.
• Technology Integration:
  Incorporate technology into lessons to enhance learning and simulate real‑world culinary industry scenarios.
• Professional Standards:
  Maintain a safe, organized, and professional kitchen environment that reflects industry standards.
• Professional Development:
  Complete required certifications, workshops, and modules as mandated by the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE).

• Education:
  • Associate degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Technology Literacy:
  • Demonstrate technology competency by achieving the required score on an MDE‑approved assessment (e.g., IC3).
• Occupational
  
  Experience:
  • Associate Degree Holders:
    At least two years of verifiable occupational experience in the culinary field within the past ten years.
  • Bachelor’s Degree (or higher):
    At least one year of verifiable occupational experience in the culinary field within the past ten years.
• Certifications:
  • Successful completion and maintenance of the Manager and Instructor Serv Safe® Certification.
  • Successful completion of all components of the Pro Start® Certification Program OR at least 48 hours of Culinary Arts mini‑courses offered by the Mississippi University for Women.
  • (Exemption:
    Applicants with a bachelor’s degree or higher in Culinary Arts are exempt from Pro Start® and mini‑course requirements.)
• Teacher Preparation:
  • Enrollment in the Vocational Instructor Preparation (VIP) program if not already holding a standard five‑year teaching license or alternate route certification.
  • Completion of a professional development plan (PDP) during the three‑year Career & Technical license.
  • Successful completion of MDE‑approved online learning and Culinary Arts Certification workshops.

• Advanced degrees or certifications in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management.
• Experience with curriculum development and project‑based learning.
• Knowledge of diverse culinary styles, techniques, and cuisines.

• Strong culinary and teaching skills.
• Effective classroom and kitchen management.
• Passion for mentoring and developing future culinary professionals.
• Commitment to student safety, inclusion, and success.