CULINARY ART TEACHER - DOVER HIGH SCHOOL - 2026-2027

Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey Instructional Career and Technical Education teaching certification with endorsement for Culinary Arts, CE, Provisional, or Standard.
• Bachelor's degree from accredited college/university
• Minimum of five (5) years of hospitality/culinary industry or related experience
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communications skills
• Knowledge of New Jersey Health Department Codes and requisite food safety practices and food sanitation
• SLE Certificate (Structured Learning Experience) certification preferred, or willing to obtain
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal registered alien status
• Proof of New Jersey residency, as required by statute

Performance Responsibilities

• Develop lessons consistent with New Jersey Educational Programs for Culinary Arts students, including NJ Core Curriculum Content Standards, Common Core State standards and the Dover Schools District Curriculum standards.
• Develop opportunities for students to participate in culinary learning programs through collaboration with community organizations and businesses.
• Work with Principal and school counselors to promote program objectives and recruit students.
• Work with staff to provide adequate resources to operate a culinary arts program.
• Assist students in the development of menus, recipes and preparation for and implementation of same.
• Stay knowledgeable of current and developing food trends and innovations in the food service industry so as to instruct in both traditional, current and trending methodologies and skills.
• Be able to create and implement new concepts in a food service environment.
• Employ instructional methods, technology and materials most appropriate for meeting state objectives and positive student growth, development and learning in the culinary arts field.
• Prepare and maintain all required records, especially, but not limited to, progress of students.
• Provide instruction in food and beverage inventory, cost controls, budget development, and financial management.
• Ensure the safe handling and use of all equipment and machines, including providing the appropriate safety and health program training for students.
• Maintain professional growth by attending all required in-service activities and professional development and activities.
• Supervise students in all classroom activities as assigned.

Compensation

$63,335 - $101,035

Benefits

• Full-time employees are eligible for medical and dental benefits.
• Sick, personal, family illness, and bereavement day allotments are included.

Application Procedure

Applications are being accepted on-line through Applitrack until the position is filled. In addition to completing all sections of the application, please upload a copy of your cover letter, resume, and teaching certificate.

Contact Information

Apply online

Dover Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.