Full-Time Short Term Contract Faculty, Culinary Arts Instructor

Bucks County Community College•Newtown, PA

About The Position

Bucks County Community College is seeking a Innovative Culinary educator with strong leadership and communication skills desired for a full-time, short-term contract faculty position. The ideal candidate will possess the skills necessary to lead a team of baking and pastry arts students in the kitchen and/or classroom while maintaining a safe and controlled learning and work environment conducive to education and successful food service operation. This role is responsible for instruction of various baking and pastry classes in face-to-face and online formats for the overall effectiveness of the Culinary Arts and Baking and Pastry Arts programs.

Requirements

Associate degree in Baking and Pastry Arts, or a closely related field from an accredited institution or equivalent educational and professional preparation that demonstrates mastery of baking and pastry competencies and industry standards.
Minimum of five (5) years of full-time professional baking and pastry experience, including work as a pastry chef, baker, or similar role in commercial, institutional, or hospitality settings.
Demonstrated knowledge of classical and contemporary baking techniques, ingredient functions, sanitation and safety standards, and current industry trends.
Demonstrated proficiency in a variety of baking and pastry applications, such as breads, cakes, plated desserts, laminated doughs, and basic chocolate and sugar work.
Teaching experience at the community college or postsecondary level, or documented experience delivering industry training or internships/co-ops.
Experience with multiple teaching modalities, including in-person, hybrid, online, and accelerated formats.
Current ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification required or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Ability to learn and operate College required job-related software programs. (Workday, Canvas, Concourse, etc.)
Must have the ability to lift fifty (50) pounds as needed.
Must be able to stand for extended periods in the kitchen lab.
Must be able to perform hands-on demonstrations of culinary techniques and correct use of equipment.
This position requires availability to teach at all campuses and through all modalities.