Work For WellFed

Food Educator

Job Summary

WellFed Community, the food arm of WellBuilt Cities, a Tampa based nonprofit, is seeking a part-time food educator. WellFed Community’s goal is to make food make sense. Current programs include community gardens, mobile food distribution, and food education that services neighbors in the Tampa Bay Area. The Food Educator will be responsible for teaching cooking classes focused on nutrition utilizing whole, fresh foods. This is a part-time position starting at 20 Hours per month at an hourly rate $15-$18 with the potential for growth.

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Responsibilities

• Prepare for and lead food demonstrations and cooking classes at existing sites and new sites as opportunities arise

• Use education style that is culturally and materially relevant to audiences, such as those with limited access to fresh food, those with dietary restrictions, and those with varying food cultures 

• Maintain engaging teaching style

• Coach community food ambassadors in nutrition and food education

• Maintain partner relationships

• Collect data for regular reporting

• Follow WellFed education procedures

• Maintain supplies and equipment

 

Qualifications

• English and Spanish

• Strong interest in food, cooking, and nutrition

• Strong communications skills and ability to lead engaging presentations

• Drivers license 

• ServSafe certification or completion within 30 days

• Experience in food preparation and practices

• Ability to work weekends

• Ability to collect and enter data

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

• Professional degree not required, however, candidates must be able to teach classes focused on real, fact-based information that is accessible to audiences

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Email thewellfedcommunity@gmail.com with resume and cover letter to apply.