Professional Cook Instructor (Prince Rupert)

Coast Mountain College (CMTN), Prince Rupert campus, invites applications for a term Instructor in the Professional Cook Diploma program commencing June 22, 2026 and ending April 16, 2027. Salary will be in accordance with the BCGEU Instructor salary scale.

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 and is responsible for ensuring student success. This includes course preparation, teaching and guiding students, providing feedback, correction, encouragement, and direction. In addition, the instructor will oversee and ensure health and safety, complete the related administrative, record keeping and monitoring activities as well as other related duties as required.

Courses:

Cook’s Helper – Total instructional hours 240

Professional Cook Level 1 – Total Instructional hours 840

Travel will be required for the delivery of the West Coast Culinary program land-based/field components that will be delivered in Terrace.

Qualifications:  Red Seal Professional Cook certification and Grade 12 or equivalent. Experience should include a minimum of 5 years’ varied field experience as a Journeyperson and 5 years in a supervisory capacity. A Provincial Instructor Diploma or other relevant teaching certification and experience are preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching with the ability to motivate and mentor learners of all ages
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License
• Knowledge/experience with experiential teaching formats and/or field schools
• Knowledge and enthusiasm for the best practices in equity, diversity, and inclusion in teaching
• Ability to function effectively across cultures, particularly with the 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) 

To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter (quoting competition #26.056B) outlining how your background and beliefs will enable you to become a successful educator along with an updated resume to Coast Mountain College, Human Resources, Email: apply@coastmountaincollege.ca

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.  

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