Company description

The Dalton School, a progressive K-12 gender-inclusive school in Manhattan’s Upper East Side, is consistently recognized as one of the preeminent independent day schools in the nation. Known for its child-centered approach and an exceptional, inspiring faculty, Dalton enrolls over 1,300 students with approximately 350 faculty and staff. Guided by the Dalton Plan, the foundation of a Dalton education, our faculty meets each student’s evolving needs, interests, and abilities, and fosters diversity as an integral part of school life. Dalton challenges each student to develop intellectual independence, creativity, curiosity, and a sense of responsibility toward others both within the School and in the broader community.

Job description

The Dalton School seeks a part-time culinary instructor for the After School Program starting 4/1/2025. Dalton’s vibrant teaching kitchen is home to a number of culinary integrations within academic classes and special events geared toward culinary education. Our culinary program connects to many aspects of food including nutrition, supply chains, food insecurity and hunger, cultural and international perspectives, and farming in our connected greenhouse. Successful candidates must possess a detailed knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety, Department of Health standards and a commitment to culinary education. Prior experience teaching or working with young people is ideal.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee culinary class for the 5th and 6th class of 10-15 students each Tuesday and Thursday from 2:45 PM - 5:00 PM.
• Manage necessary preparation for all classes and create orders to be placed through Fresh Direct each week.
• Collaborate with the High School Administration to ensure successful kitchen operations.
• Create an inclusive, welcoming environment for students, faculty and staff.
• Ensure health and safety protocols are strictly followed by all constituents while supervising students.

Qualifications:

• 2 years’ experience in professional kitchen or a related field
• 2 years’ experience as a culinary instructor
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to enforce stringent health and safety protocols

The Dalton School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, ethnic origin, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by applicable law in the administration of our educational policies, hiring policies, admissions policies, financial aid programs, athletics, and other school-administered programs.

Compensation

this position is: hourly, varies DOE, $55.00 - $78.00

Application instructions

Deadline

no deadline