Chef Instructor/Chef Tournant

The Sullivan University System•Louisville, KY

23h•Hybrid

About The Position

Sullivan University is seeking a full-time Chef Instructor/Chef Tournant. This role involves teaching culinary techniques, supervising kitchen labs, and evaluating student performance, as well as supporting food and beverage operations in the A la Carte Café. The ideal candidate is passionate about cooking and student success, with experience in a commercial kitchen and the ability to apply formal culinary education in a classroom setting. The Chef Tournant ensures consistent food quality, maintains efficient workflow, and assists with food preparation and safety standards. This is a student-centered teaching and mentoring role.

Requirements

Master's degree preferred, bachelor's with industry experience considered.
Appropriate experience in the field.
An equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.
Must hold current Serv-Safe Certification.
Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
Must possess excellent leadership, customer service, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously and efficiently while meeting required deadlines.
Ability to function efficiently in a stressful work environment.
Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
Ability to adapt to changing assignments and multiple priorities.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule, to include extended hours, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Must maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time, as well as to move about the campus.
Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to twenty pounds.
Must be able to hear and speak well enough to communicate with students, faculty, and staff face to face, via the telephone, and through electronic medium.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with a commercial kitchen.
Ability to apply formal culinary education training in a classroom environment.
Ability to stand for several hours at a time.
A passion for cooking and student success.
A willingness to teach classes or students, and work individually with students as necessary to perfect their cooking skills.

Responsibilities

Facilitate student learning, deliver effective and career-relevant instruction, and provide an environment conducive to learning.
Evaluate student learning for all assigned classes and respond to student inquiries.
Engage students using various instructional techniques (e.g., collaborative learning, experiential learning, problem-based learning).
Deliver course curriculum utilizing the University’s learning management system.
Participate in course and program level learning assessments, including defining student learning outcomes, administering measures, and evaluating student performance.
Participate in student retention efforts, reaching out to students with excessive absences and documenting activities.
Communicate availability (e.g., office hours) to all students via email, phone, or other personal contact.
Participate in the annual faculty performance review process.
Participate in the University’s Professional Development Program and remain current in academic or program discipline.
Adhere to all policies related to instruction, teaching, and employment.
Accurately report student engagement in accordance with the University’s census policy.
Submit grade books in the correct format and by the required due date.
Complete all required and mandated compliance training.
Submit annually an updated curricula vitae/resume to the respective Dean.
Participate in graduation ceremonies, as scheduled.
Assist in menu planning, menu costing, ordering, and training of staff.
Ensure A la Carte Café compliance with Federal and State regulations regarding food, safety, and labor.
Assist with the production of food, manage waste, and monitor product inventories.
Utilize food product in an efficient manner and ensure food availability at appropriate times.
Help student workers grow in their culinary skills and prepare them for the industry.
Communicate with the Director of Food and Beverage concerning day-to-day staff, equipment, and food issues.
Greet students and guests, assist with needs or requests, and learn the P.O.S. system for customer transactions.
Clean and sanitize all retail areas of the café and maintain proper stocking.
Count down the register at the beginning and end of every shift and make deposits.
Train and schedule practicum participants.
Assist with special catering events and offer culinary instruction/demonstrate techniques.
Support and supervise the foodservice business operations of The Sullivan University System, ensuring profitability.
Support food service personnel to ensure quality, productivity, and sanitation standards are met.
Cook selected items for select occasions.
Liaise with representatives of the College of Hospitality Studies.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

90% Tuition Discount through the Master’s degree level for the employee and 40% dependent discount after 1 year of employment (dependent discount increases to 90% after 3 years)
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
AD&D Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance
Short Term Care Insurance
Auto Insurance
Home Insurance
401K
Competitive Salary
11 Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Paid Volunteer Time
Employee Referral Bonus
Employee Discounts at Local Restaurants and Venues
Comprehensive Wellness Program