Food And Culinary Literacy Educator

Psupress

University Park, PA, US
Base: $46,400.00 - $67,300.00; bonus/equity: not s...
Hybrid
Food literacy program coordination
Hands-on cooking instruction
Student engagement and mentorship
The Sustainable Food Systems Initiative at Penn State seeks a full-time Food and Culinary Literacy Educator to lead food literacy programs that inspire students to make informed, healthy, and sustainable food choices

Job Summary

  • The Sustainable Food Systems Initiative at Penn State seeks a full-time Food and Culinary Literacy Educator to lead food literacy programs that inspire students to make informed, healthy, and sustainable food choices.
  • The role includes coordinating student engagement, community partnerships, supervising interns and part-time staff, managing budgets, and supporting marketing and assessment efforts.
  • Penn State offers a competitive benefits package including comprehensive medical coverage, robust retirement plans, paid time off, and a generous 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members.

Matching Summary

The Sustainable Food Systems Initiative at Penn State seeks a full-time Food and Culinary Literacy Educator to lead food literacy programs that inspire students to make informed, healthy, and sustainable food choices.

Salary

Base: $46,400.00 - $67,300.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • food literacy program coordination
  • hands-on cooking instruction
  • student engagement and mentorship
  • community food system partnerships
  • event planning and management
  • budget management and fundraising
  • safe kitchen environment maintenance

Nice-to-have

  • plant-based and culturally diverse cuisines
  • marketing and social media knowledge
  • intercultural competence
  • ability to work varied hours
  • experience with food security issues
  • strong customer service skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field
  • 3+ years relevant experience or equivalent
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
  • ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification (or willingness to obtain)
  • PA State Police Criminal Background Check
  • PA Child Abuse History Clearance
  • Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check
  • Authorization to work in the U.S.

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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