<p>Job Description:</p> <p>The ServSafe Vocational Instructor provides high-quality vocational training in food safety and culinary fundamentals to youth in Connecticut's juvenile justice residential programs. This part-time role focuses on delivering ServSafe Food Handler and ServSafe Manager certification courses, preparing students for meaningful employment in the food service and hospitality industries. The instructor will work on-site at facilities across the state, offering engaging, trauma-informed instruction that promotes both certification achievement and workforce readiness.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Deliver ServSafe Food Handler and Food Protection Manager courses in alignment with National Restaurant Association standards. </li><li>Order, distribute, and track ServSafe workbooks, exams, and certification results. </li><li>Provide structured, hands-on instruction in safe food handling, sanitation, and basic kitchen practices. </li><li>Design lesson activities that reinforce vocational skills, social-emotional growth, and employability. </li><li>Mentor and support youth in developing workforce readiness skills such as punctuality, communication, and teamwork. </li><li>Maintain accurate attendance and certification records; submit reports to the YJES Director. </li><li>Travel to designated juvenile justice residential sites to deliver instruction on a weekly schedule. </li></ul> <p>V</p> <p>Job Qualifications</p> <p>Current ServSafe Instructor and Registered Proctor certification (required).</p> <p>Experience in food service management, culinary arts instruction, or vocational training (required).</p> <p>Experience working with at-risk or justice-involved youth (preferred).</p> <p>Ability to use trauma-informed, culturally responsive teaching methods.</p> <p>Strong organizational and communication skills.</p> <p>Valid driver's license and ability to travel to multiple sites across Connecticut.</p>