Are YOU looking for a Purpose-Driven career where you’re Valued and part of a Team?

Be part of a transformative journey with ASHHO Cultural Community Center, where food, culture, and impact intersect to create lasting change!

Current Career Oppotunities

Job Title: Culinary Instructor & Assistant Chef
Location: 5757 Littlerock Rd SW Tumwater, WA

POSITION SUMMARY

This is a DUAL ROLE designed for someone who thrives in both leadership and hands-on kitchen work. The candidates will be required to complete a hands-on skill assessment as part of the interview process. This will allow us to evaluate your culinary skills, teaching style, and ability to work in our dynamic kitchen environment.            

Culinary Instructor & Assistant Chef will:

  • Serve as the Culinary Instructor for our 12-week Culinary & Hospitality Job Training Program when scheduled.

  • Assist as a Chef when not instructing, leading food prep, cooking, kitchen operations, and inventory management.

  • Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to support ASHHO’s catering, café, and events.

  • Engage in meaningful, intentional, impactful, and transformative work that directly changes lives.

  • Take pride and confidence in their role, bringing positive, encouraging, contagious energy.

  • Be a self-starter and go-getter, able to take initiative with minimal direction and find joy in this position.

    This role is NOT for someone looking for just a paycheck or a routine 'in-the-box' job. It is for someone who embraces culture, culinary creativity, and purpose-driven work.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Culinary Instruction:

  • Lead hands-on culinary training sessions for job training participants, providing mentorship and real-world skills.

  • Collaborate with program leadership to align curriculum with industry standards and participant needs.

  • Inspire and empower students to develop confidence and culinary expertise.

Assistant Chef Duties:

  • Support the Executive Chef in food production for catering and Runia’s Soul Cafe.

  • Prepare and cook high-quality, culturally significant dishes.

  • Assist in menu development and event planning.

  • Manage food prep, kitchen cleanliness, and inventory control.

  • Maintain food safety, sanitation, and organizational efficiency.

Leadership & Collaboration:

  • Apply trauma-informed leadership to create an inclusive and welcoming learning environment.

  • Foster a team culture rooted in kindness, joy, and purpose.

  • Bring an entrepreneurial mindset and a passion for community impact.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 5+ years of experience in culinary roles such as chef, kitchen management, or culinary instruction.

  • Passion for cultural cuisine and uplifting marginalized communities.

  • Strong leadership and team-building abilities.

  • Experience with menu creation, cost control, and inventory management.

  • Trauma-informed skills and ability to support individuals from diverse backgrounds.

  • Self-driven with a go-getter attitude—able to take ownership and make this role their own.

  • Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

  • Experience in culinary training programs is a plus but not required.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

  • Pay: $25-32 per hour DOE.

  • Schedule: Full-time, in-person, flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

  • Benefits: Health insurance options, dental, vision, life insurance, paid sick and vacation leave after 60 days.

How to Apply

If this role excites you and you see yourself thriving in a purpose-driven, fast-paced, and transformative environment, please send:

  • A meaningful cover letter sharing your experiences, passions, and why this position excites you. Learn more www.ashho.org

  • An updated resume highlighting your skills and previous roles.

  • Two personal references & two professional references.

 Send all materials to: Zazil@ASHHO.org
 Email subject line: Culinary Instructor