Adjunct Faculty Open Rank - Culinary Arts

The City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 154,980 - 196,914; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension and retirement benefits

Paid parental leave

Support for research and publication

Job summary

The City University of New York is seeking adjunct faculty for the Culinary Arts Program at Kingsborough Community College. Applicants should possess significant industry and teaching experience and a passion for teaching in a diverse environment.

Responsibilities include teaching both lab and lecture courses, developing curricula, and evaluating student work. Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree, a minimum of five years of industry experience, and a current NYC Food Handler’s License are preferred.

Compensation is competitive, with pay rates starting at $112.50 per hour, increasing based on rank and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of post-degree employment in Culinary Arts.
• Higher education teaching experience preferred.
• Strong record of teaching in a multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach lab and lecture courses in Culinary Arts curriculum.
• Create and present curricula and course materials.
• Administer and evaluate student work.
• Participate in adjunct faculty meetings and trainings.

Skills

Strong fundamental and technical culinary skills

Ability to communicate professionally

Excellent organization skills

Time management skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to teach both lecture and lab courses

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts or related field

Tools

NYC Food Handler’s License

Serve-Safe Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Overview

The Culinary Arts Program at Kingsborough Community College seeks adjunct faculty with a history of significant industry and teaching experience to join our team. We are looking for talented professionals who have a passion to teach and want to share their knowledge with students. Successful candidates will be committed to teaching in a multicultural environment and welcome the opportunity to work with students with diverse learning needs.

Duties

Teach both lab and lecture courses within the Culinary Arts curriculum, including, but not limited to, introductory and advanced culinary arts, catering, pastry arts, food service management, food safety and sanitation, and dining room management.

Create, develop and present curricula and course materials including lectures and assignments.

Administer and evaluate student work, including assignments, exams, and lab performance.

Participate in adjunct faculty meetings and trainings, as required.

Day, evening, and weekend teaching may be required based upon the needs of the Program.

Ideal Candidates

• Strong fundamental and technical culinary skills
• The ability to communicate professionally and effectively, both verbally and electronically, with colleagues, students, and the community
• Excellent organization, time management, and interpersonal skills
• The ability to teach both lecture and lab courses

Visa Sponsorship

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in the area(s) of expertise, and the ability to teach successfully. Applicants should have a minimum of five (5) years of post‑degree employment in Culinary Arts. Higher education teaching experience, with a strong record of teaching is strongly preferred. Current NYC Food Handler’s License and Serve‑Safe Food Safety Certificate is required.

Compensation

Adjunct Lecturer - $112.50 per hour ($116.44 starting 09/01/26)

Adjunct Assistant Professor - $120.83 per hour ($125.06 starting 09/01/26)

Adjunct Associate Professor - $129.17-$129.75 per hour ($133.69-$134.29 starting 09/01/26)

Adjunct Professor - $137.50-$142.94 per hour ($142.31-$147.94 starting 09/01/26)

Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Benefits

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Location

Kingsborough Community College