Adjunct Chef Instructor of Culinology

Southwest Minnesota State University•Marshall, TX

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Teach Culinary Arts Fundamentals and Advanced Culinary Arts during the academic year. In these classes, students will learn professional culinary techniques, culinary terminology, basic cooking principles, as well as intermediate-level processes in culinary arts and food production. This appointment date for this position begins the Academic Year of 2026-2027. Compensation is per credit, the current credit rate is a minimum of $1819 per credit.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Hospitality Management, Food Science, Education, or a closely related field.
Equivalent preparation or experience comparable to a master’s degree in a food-related area may also be considered.
Submission of resume and official transcripts are required in order to be considered for this position.
If available, please also provide any professional certificates.

Nice To Haves

ACF or RCA certification (e.g., Certified Research Chef)
Executive or Head Chef experience
Teaching experience in a classroom setting

Responsibilities

Teach Culinary Arts Fundamentals
Teach Advanced Culinary Arts

Benefits

11 paid Holidays
Vacation Time
Sick Time
six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500)
a Pension Plan
457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options
pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts
employer paid life insurance
short and long term disability
professional development
a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents