Professional Cook Instructor - Trades (Prince Rupert)

Job summary

The instructor will facilitate learning in the Professional Cook program through course preparation, teaching, and guiding students. They are also responsible for ensuring program safety during equipment operation and managing administrative record-keeping.

Job details

Job Description And Duties Coast Mountain College (CMTN), Prince Rupert campus, invites applications for term Instructor in the Professional Cook program. The appointment will commence November 16, 2026 and end June 25, 2027 (subject to funding, facility approval and student enrolment) and includes up to 920 hours of instruction. Salary will be in accordance with the BCGEU Instructor scale ($37.55 - $53.80 per hour) plus a comprehensive benefits plan. 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 cornerstone 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 program safety during equipment operation and practical instruction, complete the related administrative, record keeping and monitoring activities as well as other related duties as required. Qualifications Professional Cook Journeyperson (preferred) or a Professional Cook Certificate of Qualification with the SkilledTradesBC 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 is preferred. A valid Class 5 Driver’s license Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching with the ability to motivate and mentor learners of all ages Knowledge and enthusiasm for the best practices in equity, diversity, and inclusion in the classroom 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) Application information Please send complete applications (cover letter and an up-to-date resume), quoting competition #26.099B, to: Coast Mountain College, Human Resources, Email: [email protected]. In your cover letter, please describe how your background and enthusiasm in the field will enable you to become a successful educator. 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 September 15, 2026 Competition number 26.099B Job status Open Posting type Faculty Audience Internal BCGEU Faculty Department Trades Campuses Prince Rupert

What you’ll do

The instructor will facilitate learning in the Professional Cook program through course preparation, teaching, and guiding students. They are also responsible for ensuring program safety during equipment operation and managing administrative record-keeping.

Requirements

Candidates should hold a Professional Cook Journeyperson certificate or equivalent, with at least 5 years of field experience and 5 years in a supervisory role. A Provincial Instructor Diploma and a valid Class 5 Driver's license are preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Plan

Listed skills

• collaborative teamwork · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Culinary Instruction
• Course Preparation
• Student Mentorship
• Program Safety Management
• Administrative Record Keeping
• Intercultural Communication
• Collaborative Teamwork
• Word Processing
• Excel
• Facilitation Skills

Job areas

• Education
• Trades
• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality
• Manufacturing