YMCA Junior Chefs Instructor

CHANGE LIVES. INCLUDING YOURS.

Callie Iglehart, YDC Teaching Assistant said, "I love my job because I feel I have a big impact on the children. I feel that I have made a difference in their lives."

We offer a fun, rewarding work environment and FREE YMCA Membership for all staff members!

The Junior Chefs Instructor co-teaches a basic culinary arts class that helps children ages 6-10 and 11-14 learn about nutrition, kitchen safety, and cooking. This job is located at our off-site childcare location at 1701 East Century Avenue in Bismarck.

• Be a role model
• Guide participants through pre-planned activities
• Communicate appropriately with participants and parents
• Assure that children safely participate in food prep, cooking, baking and educational activities
• Assist with set up and clean up before and after the program session

Part Time:

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 6:00 pm-7:30 pm

Program Dates December 2026-April 2027

Qualifications

We are looking for someone who displays the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Previous experience working in a childcare or children's program preferred. Previous food service and/or food prep experience preferred. Must have the ability to handle competing demands. Must have the ability to effectively communicate and build relationships with participants and parents. This job is open to candidates ages 16 and older.

The Junior Chefs program is for kids ages 6-10 & 11-14 to inspire young foodies while learning about kitchen safety, food prep and basic cooking & baking techniques.

The YMCA is a powerful association of men, women, and children joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. We offer a wide variety of programming, childcare and wellness opportunities to individuals and families of all kinds.

We are proud recipients of the Prairie Business Magazine 50 Best Places to Work award from 2018 to 2026, which recognizes ND, SD and MN employers who are nominated by their employees.

Key Words: Food Prep, Food Service, Cook, Chef, Program Coordinator