Job Description

School & Student Support

Location:

High Level Public School

Competition #:

19891

Date Posted:

December 12th, 2025

Closing Date:

Open Ended

Additional Information

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Culinary Arts Program Lead (Grades 7-12)

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Culinary Arts professional to lead our Grade 7-12 Culinary Arts Program. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about inspiring young learners, building industry-level training in a school setting, and shaping a program that prepares students with both foundational and advanced culinary skills.

Key Responsibilities

Design and deliver an engaging Culinary Arts program for students in Grades 7-12. Develop hands-on, industry-aligned learning experiences aligned with Alberta curriculum outcomes. Maintain a safe, organized, and professional teaching kitchen environment. Support students in developing practical skills, safety and sanitation practices, and confidence in the culinary field. Build connections with local industry partners and explore pathways for certifications, career exploration, and work experience opportunities. Manage kitchen operations, ordering, equipment maintenance, and food safety records. Collaborate with school leadership to grow the program's vision and long-term sustainability.

Required

Qualifications

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Significant professional culinary experience; and/or Red Seal Certification in Cook (Alberta or recognized equivalent)

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with youth or in an instructional/training capacity Strong organizational skills and the ability to run a fully functioning school kitchen safely and efficiently Knowledge of Alberta Career and Technology Studies (CTS) frameworks is an asset

What We Offer

A well-equipped instructional kitchen Supportive school administration committed to expanding career pathways Opportunities to shape an innovative, industry-informed junior and senior high program Competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience

Position Term:

January 5, 2026 - June 8, 2026

Hours:

32.5 hours per week

Salary & Benefits:

Salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience Benefits will be provided after 90 calendar days of employment

Application must include:

a cover letter, resume, and a minimum of 2 references

Vulnerable Sector Check & Intervention Record Check's will be required before commencement of employment:

The VSC dated within 6 months, may follow your application, and must be presented as a condition of employment*
The IRC dated within 6 months, may follow your application and must be presented as a condition of employment only if it is applicable to you*
Record Check - VSC & IRC information can be found at www.fvsd.ab.ca

Email Application to:

hr@fvsd.ab.ca

Deadline:

Open until filled