Lecturer

About This Role

This part-time role as a Culinary Instructor at Washburne Culinary & Hospitality Institute involves delivering engaging and educational cooking classes to students and community members. The position suits an instructor with a passion for teaching and a commitment to fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills in a diverse student population.

Responsibilities

• Deliver fun, educational, and motivating classes to students and community members
• Teach adults of all ages the basics of gourmet cooking
• Demonstrate proper techniques to prepare food
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with class participants
• Ensure proper use of kitchen equipment
• Teach a variety of recipes
• Take attendance at each class, ensuring all participants are registered and properly signed in

Requirements

• Associate in applied science degree required
• National or industry recognized certification in the field and some experience required
• ServSafe Manager’s Certification required
• Minimum of five years of experience as a Chef required
• Ability to instruct and guide students in learning principles used in the industry, including cooking techniques and methods, Garde manger, international cuisines, restaurant management, and catering
• Strong knowledge base in culinary history and culture of foods
• Knowledge of Microsoft computer systems and tools
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate with diverse group of staff and students required

Nice to have:

• Bachelor level degree preferred
• Kitchen teaching experience preferred (especially in a kitchen environment)
• Brightspace Learning Management System preferred
• Experience with a diverse, multi-lingual student population is desired, as is a commitment to the open access mission of the community college

Application Process

All interested candidates, including current CCC employees, must submit the following documents for review:

• Letter of interest
• Resume or curriculum vitae
• Copy of ServSafe Manager's Certification
• Legible copy of your college transcripts (unofficial transcripts initially accepted; official transcripts must be provided at time of interview)
• Submission of additional information, including but not limited to a statement of teaching philosophy and/or letters of recommendation, is optional

About the Company

Washburne Culinary & Hospitality Institute is part of the City Colleges of Chicago.