Primary Function:

The Culinary Arts Teacher will provide high-quality, standards-based instruction in Culinary Arts, foster student progress, and manage a safe and effective learning environment. This position includes overseeing Cafe Rebelle, helping to lead the FCCLA Chapter, and coordinating community and industry engagement for career readiness.

Minimum Requirements:

- Education: Associate degree or higher in Culinary Arts or equivalent industry certification.

- Certification (Eligible or Attained): Valid Georgia Teaching Certificate in Culinary Arts (6-12)or Food Management, or eligible for a PSC T&I Technical Specialist Certificate.

- Experience: Minimum 2 years of occupational experience in Culinary Arts (front of house, back of house, and management).

- Skills: Strong communication skills, effective classroom and lab instruction, ability to maintain a clean and safe environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Deliver engaging instruction in Culinary Arts, workforce readiness, and food industry operations using classroom, lab, and community-based experiences.
Plan and teach industry-aligned lessons based on Georgia Performance Standards.
Ensure the culinary lab and classroom meet all health, safety, and sanitation standards.
Maintain a clean, organized, and fully functional commercial kitchen environment.
Host monthly public lunches at Cafe Rebelle, involving students in planning, food preparation, service, and hospitality management.
Serve as an FCCLA Chapter Advisor, ensuring participation in leadership development, technical skill competitions, and community service projects. Maintain all national FCCLA requirements for charter status.
Fulfill FCCLA Program of Work requirements including student membership and participation as well as professional development responsibilities. Ensure monthly reports are updated.
Establish and maintain an active Advisory Board consisting of local industry and post-secondary partners to support: Work-Based Learning (WBL) placements, Internship and apprenticeship opportunities, Curriculum updates based on industry trends.
Support student career development through Dual Enrollment, articulation agreements, and exposure to culinary and hospitality career paths.
Use appropriate instructional strategies and technology to enhance learning outcomes.
Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and program inventory.
Communicate regularly with students, parents, and counselors to support student success.
Participate in professional development and contribute to school and district initiatives.

Other Duties:

Attend school events, faculty meetings, and CTSO activities.
Participate in curriculum development and continuous improvement planning.
Perform other duties as assigned by the administration.

CTAE Teacher - Culinary Arts