Baking Instructor

Allegany College of Maryland•Cumberland, MD

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Baking Instructor provides quality, hands-on instruction for students enrolled in specialized Cake Decorating and Chocolate courses. The instructor teaches fundamental through advanced techniques in cake assembly, piping, sugar craft, chocolate tempering, molding, and confectionery work through interactive classroom, laboratory, and kitchen instruction. The goal is to prepare students for professional employment in bakeries, pastry shops, specialty cake studios, and confectionery operations. Faculty use approved course syllabi, designated learning outcomes, and the College learning management system to deliver course materials and assess student progress. This position is an addendum to the Part-time Faculty Job Description.

Requirements

Associate degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
Industry experience in baking or professional pastry chef work.
Knowledge of baking and pastry production, commercial bakery equipment, food safety, communication, organization, customer service, and instructional technology.
Ability to use computer applications, including Microsoft Office, email, web navigation, and Brightspace.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

Teach assigned baking and pastry courses.
Prepare and deliver lecture, laboratory, and hands-on instruction.
Demonstrate industry-standard baking methods and techniques.
Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary laboratory environment.
Instruct students in food safety, sanitation, and equipment operation.
Evaluate student performance and maintain academic records.
Submit mid-semester and final semester grades to the Registration Office by the specified deadlines.
Participate in the faculty evaluation and assessment process.
Strive to improve teaching effectiveness and advising in a learner-centered educational model.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director/Chair of the department.