Program Director - Culinary Arts
About The Position
The Culinary Arts Program Director plays a key leadership role in advancing Keiser University's mission to provide career-focused education that meets community and industry needs. The Director oversees all aspects of the American Culinary Federation (ACF)-accredited Culinary Arts program, ensuring excellence in instruction, student learning outcomes, and program compliance with ACF accreditation standards. The Program Director serves as both an educator and academic leader-delivering high-quality instruction, fostering student engagement, mentoring faculty, and maintaining a strong connection between the program and the regional hospitality and culinary community.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or related field required; Master's Degree is preferred.
- Current ACF certification as a Certified Executive Chef (CEC), Certified Culinary Educator (CCE), or higher strongly preferred
- Minimum of three (3) years of teaching experience in a postsecondary or professional culinary training environment.
- Minimum of five (5) years of professional culinary experience, including kitchen management or executive chef-level responsibilities.
- Experience with ACF accreditation processes, curriculum development, and faculty supervision required.
Responsibilities
- Creating and Maintaining core curriculum across the institution
- Communicating and monitoring delivery of core curriculum
- Preparing course plans and material
- Delivering courses
- Monitoring progress/attendance
- Advising students
- Recording grades and submitting reports
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Industry
Educational Services
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
