**Description:** At Miraval, we embrace individuality, forge authentic connections, and offer creative opportunities. We live what we teach and provide tangible examples of how the power of mindfulness can profoundly transform people’s lives. Our culture is rooted in the notion of balance. A balanced center grounds us. Its harmony inspires us. Balance is more than not falling, or obtaining equal parts of something. It is a process that is organic, evolving, and perpetually moving toward equilibrium. **Your passion, your life, your work – in balance.** **Position Summary:** We seek a skilled and dynamic Culinary Instructor for our Life in Balance Kitchen. We are in search of a charismatic individual who can further refine, enhance, expand and promote Miraval Arizona's nutritional philosophies while taking culinary operations to new levels of excellence. The Culinary Instructor is an hourly role that oversees the programming classes assigned by Director of Culinary Experience. Classes will range in size depending on occupancy. **Essential Functions:** + Planning and execution of daily classes for our guests + Testing and tasting of recipes + Development of new designs and recipes + Requisition of supplies and equipment + Training and mentoring of staff + Setting and working within a budget + Coordination with the Chefs on complementary flavors + Following the latest trends in Culinary Arts + Experimentation with new flavors + Assigning priorities to guest requests + Understanding all cooking techniques recipes are required + Maintains a neat, clean and orderly work area + Performs other related duties as assigned by the Executive Chef, Chef de Cuisine or Programming Chef **We offer excellent benefits:** + Complimentary room nights* + Unlimited discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates + Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance on 30 th day of employment* + 401K with company match* + Generous Paid Time Off policy* + Paid sick time + Paid Family Bonding Time and Adoption Assistance* + Tuition & Wellbeing Reimbursement* + Free colleague meals during shift + Employee Stock Purchase Plan* + Access to resort facilities including spa services, programs, hiking trails and gym * _Exact benefit package is contingent on status_ **Qualifications:** **QUALIFICATIONS** To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty at a high standard. The requirements below represent the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. **EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE** + One year certificate or higher from college or technical school preferred; 2 to 5 years related experience and/or training: or equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior teaching experience preferred. **LANGUAGE SKILLS** + Must possess fluent use of the English language. + Ability to effectively communicate with members of the media and relate the Miraval experience in an authentic and personal manner. + Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and government regulations. + Ability to write reports, business correspondence and operational procedures. + Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from senior leadership, managers and co-workers, clients, guests, staff and the general public. **_All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status._** **Primary Location:** US-AZ-Tucson **Organization:** Miraval Arizona Resort and Spa **Pay Basis:** Hourly **Job Level:** Full-time **Job:** Culinary **Req ID:** TUC001857 Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.