Cook's Helper Instructor

Cook's Helper Instructor (Term)

Job description and duties

Coast Mountain College (CMTN) invites applications for an Instructor(s) for the Cook’s Helper Program as outlined below. Salary will be in accordance with the BCGEU Instructor salary scale ($37.55 - $53.80 per hour). While this position is based in Terrace, the instructor will be required to travel to Hazelton to deliver the course.

At Coast Mountain College (CMTN), we are dedicated to nurturing a vibrant and welcoming community where inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, and interculturalism are fundamental values and form the lynchpin for our guiding principles.

We acknowledge the historic and ongoing barriers that impact students, employees, and community members, and we are determined to identify and address these obstacles through meaningful dialogue, informed policy, and sustained action. Our institution is committed to creating an environment across all CMTN campuses where students and employees feel safe, valued, and supported.

Duties: The Instructor will facilitate learning in the theoretical techniques and skills of the Cook’s Helper Program in a community setting with a mixed class of adult learners. This includes course preparation, teaching and guiding students, providing feedback, correction, encouragement, and direction. In addition, the instructor will oversee and ensure site safety, complete the related administrative, record keeping and monitoring activities as well as other related duties as required. The curriculum of this program is based on the National Occupational Standards for Line Cook and Kitchen Helper positions.

• August 10, 2026 to November 20, 2026: 13 weeks for 8 students delivered in Hazelton

Qualifications

Qualification/Skills: An Inter-provincial Red Seal Certificate and Food Safe along with five years hospitality industry experience as a chef. Preferred certificates and experience include a Provincial Instructional Diploma (PID) and a minimum of three years post-secondary instructional experience teaching Professional Cook Level 1.

Required skills, abilities and knowledge include:

• A valid Class 5 Driver’s license
• Criminal record Check Required
• Demonstrated enthusiasm and commitment to excellence in teaching with the ability to inspire and mentor learners of all ages
• Knowledge and passion for the best practices in equity, diversity, and inclusion in the classroom
• Effective cross-cultural communication skills, particularly with the local Indigenous communities
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently and accurately in a collaborative team environment
• Excellent organizational, communication and facilitation skills
• Intermediate computer skills (word processing, excel, email)

Application information

To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter (quoting competition #26.041B) outlining how your background and experience will enable you to become a successful educator along with an updated resume to Coast Mountain College, Human Resources, Email: ***email_hidden***

NOTE: Only complete applications (with a cover letter and resume included) received to the above noted email address will be considered. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. Individuals who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process, may contact HR in confidence, prior to the closing date.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Closing date

June 4, 2026

Competition number

26.041B

Job status

Open

Posting type

Faculty

Audience

Internal BCGEU Faculty

Department

• Workforce Training & Contract Services

Campuses

• terrace