Adjunct Instructor - Culinary (Key West Campus)

The College of the Florida Keys•5901 College Road Key West, FL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The College of the Florida Keys is seeking an adjunct instructor for Culinary Arts. Courses are three credits and this position will teach from the Key West Campus.

Requirements

Understanding of, and commitment to, Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of College mission, policies, procedures, and services.
Proficient in the use of technology.
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Ability to work effectively to meet the needs of diverse student populations
Degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and extensive industry experience, required.
Current ServSafe® Manager Certification (or ability to obtain before teaching).

Nice To Haves

Minimum of five years of professional culinary experience in restaurants, hotels, resorts, catering, or institutional foodservice, preferred.
Prior teaching experience in higher education, preferred.
Experience using Canvas, preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares, instructs, and grades all coursework and ensures use of appropriate testing and grading procedures.
Teach culinary arts lab and lecture courses.
Develop lesson plans and assess student performance.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized kitchen lab.
Effectively uses oral and written communication skills.
Mentor students in professional standards, teamwork, and career readiness.
Support a culture of professionalism, creativity, and continuous learning.
Maintains regularly scheduled hours to provide instruction for assigned class meeting times, dates, and locations.
Maintain records of student attendance.
Maintains timely compliance with clerical and administrative responsibilities.
Keeps current in the program area taught.
Assists in College recruitment and retention efforts, as appropriate.
Other related duties as assigned.