Seasonal Culinary Instructor

Who We Are:

Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is the nations premier conservation and preservation organization. The Trustees preserves for public use and enjoyment properties of exceptional scenic historic and ecological value in properties are open to all and we thrive by involving as many people as possible in all that we do. We aim to protect special places for future generations to enjoy in perpetuity and have helped protect more than 50000 acres including 27000 acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the public. As a non-profit conservation organization we are funded and supported entirely by our visitors supporters volunteers and our 100000 Member encourage you to learn more about The Trustees on our website .

Hourly Rate:$19.00-$21.00/hour

Rates aredeterminedbased on relevant experience.

Housing:NOTE:For those applying from off the island please note that we do not have staff housing available. Since rental properties on the island can be difficult to come by in summer TFI staff acts as liaisons to aid inlocatingand securing summer securing housing isultimately theresponsibility of the employee.

Hours per week:36-40 hours/week;including afternoons and evenings

Job Classification:Non-exempt Seasonal

Job Type:Onsite

Duration:June 8September182026

Location:The FARM InstituteEdgartownMarthas Vineyard MA

WhatYoullDo:

Your Impact:

Do you love to cooklocal and seasonal recipesAre you interested in helping people understand where their food comes from loving vegetables and eating healthy farm-fresh foodsThe FARM Institutes daily camp cooking lessonsandpublic programs areinspired by seasonal farm produce they help grow.

The FARM Institutein Edgartown MA on Marthas Vineyardprides itselfon offering quality and locally focused cooking and skill-based classes in our teaching kitchen for our year-round and visiting communities alike. Summer classes include bread making ice cream and pasta workshops and making meals with local chefs where participants harvest from the garden and enjoy thefoodthey have created during a shared dinner experience. Our summer camp engages413-year-oldsin daily farmactivitiesstrengthening their connection to the food we eat and the land that sustains us. Afternoon cooking classes usingfoodharvested from our educational Friendship Garden are a favorite camp activity.

The Role:

As a Culinary Instructor youlluse farm-fresh ingredients todevelop and leadthreecooking classeseachMonday Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon from 1-2:30 PMduring the nine weeks of summer includesplanning with garden and camp staff set-up and clean-up.

Additionally youll assistintwice-weeklypublic programsandassistguest chefs in leading cooking classes for families and adults 2-3 evenings a week in July and August. Adult cooking classes include registration set-up class prep as well as break-down and clean-up. Assisting with 2-3 farm dinners a summer is alsopart of the role.

Specificallyyoull:

• Lead and develop curriculum forcampcookinglessons
• Program lead on family cooking classes and adult cooking classes with guest chefs
• Plan and supply shop for culinary classes
• Build The Farm Institute brand by documenting and creating content for social media
• Work with the engagement manager to build programming at The Farm Institute including farm dinners festivals cooking classes and more
• Keep kitchen areas organized clean and orderly to deliver a positive visitor experience.
• Communicate regularly with TFIs Senior Engagement Manager and the Education Manager/Camp Directorand staff to report safety concerns incidents maintenance needs and program assessment.
• Welcome and orient visitors and work towards a positive experience for everyone visiting The Farm Institute
• Assistwith other operations as needed including set up and break down at events
• Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation

This is aseasonalnonexempt positionworking32-40hours/week reporting toboth TFIs Engagement Manager andthe IslandsEducationManager/Camp Director.

What Youll Need:

Skills and Experience:

• Experience working with children in an educational outdoor garden and/or kitchen setting.
• Knowledge of sustainable agriculture natural history locally grownfoodsor food systems.
• ObtainedorworkingtowardsBachelors degree in Environmental Science Early Childhood Education Education Sustainable Agriculture Nutrition Culinaryor similaris preferred.
• Excellent organization and communication skills with the creativity and experience todevelop andexecutelessons andprograms.
• Outgoing and friendly.
• Ability to manage large groups in a positive and efficient manner.
• Ability to workboth collaboratively andwithout directsupervision.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Required certifications provided if needed:
• CPR and Basic First Aid certifications
• ServSafeCertification and allergen certificate

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be 18 years of age at the start of campon June22.
• Full-time availability June8August 21for camp staff training and all nine weeks of camp; availability in May for preparations and garden and kitchen training; evening and weekend availability for classes andspecial events.
• Transportation to and from the farm daily.
• Current authorization to work in the United Statesby thefirst day of employment.
• A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check.

Commitment to Our Farm Institute Staff

We pledge to create a workplace that fosters staff development and supports the mental emotional and social health of our strive to provide training that will help staff fully prepare to care for campers and keep them safe as well as to deliver quality educational experiences throughout the will consistently recognize the incredible work of our staff and ensure that they feel seen heard and fully supported in this special work.

Dont quite have all the skills and experience listed above We still want to hear from you! Research shows that historically marginalized groups are less likely to apply if they do not meet every single requirement. We are committed to building a diverse team and encourage you to apply even if you are missing some of the skills and experience above.

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Your Benefits:

• Sick Time: 40 hours of paid sick time upfront.
• Reciprocity:Employees have access to free and discounted admission and membership to more than 50 nearby museums and cultural institutions.
• Discounts: Enjoy free entry to all Trustees properties discount event tickets and discounted merchandise at our stores and on stays at our inns.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity:

The Trustees is a proud equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status including but not limited to age race ethnicity sex gender sexual preferences nation of origin religion or disability status and strongly encourages applications from people of color persons with varying abilities women and LGBTQ applicants. We aspire to reflect and effectively serve the residents and communities of Massachusetts who are at the core of our mission.

The Trustees commitment to advancing the organizations vision for this work may be found here:Diversity Belonging Inclusion and Equity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible work environment. To request reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process please contact us at .