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Mediterranean Cooking Instructor
Mediterranean Cooking InstructorCity of Markham • Markham, York Region, CA
Mediterranean Cooking Instructor

Mediterranean Cooking Instructor

City of Markham • Markham, York Region, CA
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

The City of Markham is consistently ranked among Canada’s top municipal employers. In 2026, the City received its sixth consecutive Canada’s Best Employers recognition from Forbes and Statista Inc., placing third among municipalities and 15th overall in Government Services. An award winning municipality, Markham is recognized for its leadership in sustainability, innovative urban planning, and strong fiscal management. Serving a diverse and growing community of more than 370,000 residents, Markham combines rich heritage with a vibrant local economy and offers employees the opportunity to contribute to meaningful, impactful work that helps strengthen the community we serve.

Location & Hours

Location : Aaniin Community Centre

Hours : Friday Evenings at 6 : 30 – 9 : 30 pm

Job Summary

The successful candidate will plan, organize, instruct and lead cooking classes for adult and children’s learning. Cooking classes will entail instruction in gourmet cooking, showcasing a variety of techniques and diverse cuisine, including Mediterranean cuisines.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

  • Facilitating, leading and supervising adult learning classes in cooking;
  • Developing, organizing and writing lesson plans;
  • Preparing and organizing any necessary program instruments and / or equipment;
  • Ensuring safety procedures are followed at all times by class participants;
  • Keeping attendance records and checking with participants who have extended absences;
  • Maintaining inventory of supplies

Required Skills & Competencies

  • High school diploma required
  • Post-secondary education is preferred
  • Minimum age of 16 years old at the start of employment
  • Culinary training from a recognized institution
  • Certified Food Handling Certificate
  • Minimum of 3 years of previous experience in instructing individuals of all ages and ability levels in cooking, as well as 5 or more years of experience learning and developing techniques / expertise in cooking
  • Ability to teach cooking at a basic level (not competition level)
  • Current Standard First Aid with CPR ‘C’
  • Ability to work a variety of shifts including evenings and weekends
  • Good verbal / written communication skills, leadership skills, customer service skills and sensitivity to interact with a diversity of patrons and staff in a courteous and efficient manner
  • Core Behaviours

  • Service Excellence : Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization.
  • Change & Innovation : Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change.
  • Teamwork & Relationship Building : Interacts with others in an inclusive, collaborative and respectful way that creates effective working relationships.
  • Communication : Communicates in a clear, professional and respectful way; demonstrates active listening.
  • Accountable & Results Oriented : Demonstrates ethical behaviour and accountability, aligns with City values, and abides by relevant policies and legislation.
  • Management & Leadership : Demonstrates self-management, professionalism and engagement; leads by example.
  • Successful candidates will be required to submit a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Screening letter as determined by the City of Markham as a condition of employment.

    The City of Markham is committed to inclusive, accessible and barrier free employment practices and to creating a workplace that reflects and supports the diversity of the community we serve. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to ensure a barrier free hiring process.

    Please respect our scent free area by not wearing scented products when visiting the office.

    AI Disclosure

    AI Disclosure At the City of Markham, we value transparency and fairness in recruitment. While our system (ADP Workforce Now) includes AI-powered features, we do not use AI to screen, assess, or select applicants. All evaluations are conducted by people.

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