Adjunct Instructor - Hospitality/Culinary (Nutrition)

Chattanooga State Community College; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 827,000 - 1,515,000; Part time

Job summary

Chattanooga State Community College is seeking an Adjunct Instructor of Nutrition to teach the Nutrition course within the Hospitality & Culinary Arts program. The role involves classroom instruction, preparing materials, evaluating student performance, and maintaining records. Courses meet Mondays and Tuesdays from 4:30 p.m.

to 6:30 p.m. with the October 12, 2026 start date. Adjunct faculty comply with college policies and Tennessee Board of Regents requirements while connecting nutrition

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in Nutrition, Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Food Science, Education, or related field.
• Associate degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Nutrition, Food Science, or related field.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach Nutrition to students in the Hospitality & Culinary Arts program.
• Prepare and deliver course materials and assessments.
• Maintain and communicate grades and attendance.
• Connect nutrition concepts to culinary and foodservice settings.
• Uphold college policies and academic standards.

Skills

Communication

Time-management

Classroom instruction

Student assessment

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

We have an opening for an Adjunct Instructor of Nutrition in the Culinary/Hospitality program on our Chattanooga State Campus!

Our Purpose

We support and empower everyone in our community to learn without limits.

Our Values

• We cultivate a welcoming and supportive environment.
• We care about the well-being of each other.
• We instill trust through integrity and transparency.
• We encourage fearless innovation and resilience.
• We collaborate to build a better future.

Our Mission

We are Chattanooga State, a dedicated team that delivers accessible, innovative learning opportunities that surpass expectations. Together, we enrich the lives of students and their families; develop a talented workforce; and partner with our community to lead boldly into the future.

Position Summary

Chattanooga State Community College is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member to teach Nutrition within the Hospitality & Culinary Arts program. The primary responsibility of this position is the instruction of the assigned Nutrition course.
The instructor will provide classroom instruction, prepare and deliver course materials, evaluate student performance, maintain accurate student records, and communicate course expectations and progress to students and appropriate college personnel. The instructor will connect nutrition principles to practical applications within culinary arts, hospitality, and foodservice settings.
The course is scheduled to meet Mondays and Tuesdays from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., beginning October 12, 2026.
Adjunct Faculty are expected to comply with and support Chattanooga State Community College policies, procedures, academic standards, the College Catalog, the Adjunct Faculty Handbook, and applicable Tennessee Board of Regents requirements.

Essential Functions

Teaching Excellence and Program Innovation

• Teach assigned Nutrition course content in accordance with established course requirements and program expectations.
• Prepare and deliver effective classroom instruction using appropriate instructional methods and materials.
• Connect nutrition concepts and principles to practical applications in culinary arts, hospitality, foodservice, and related settings.
• Remain current in nutrition, culinary arts, hospitality, foodservice, and related areas of professional practice.
• Provide students with clear course expectations, assignments, assessments, and deadlines.
• Evaluate student performance and provide timely and appropriate feedback.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grade, and other required student records.
• Communicate student progress and course-related information to students and appropriate college personnel.
• Complete required instructional and college training.
• Support program and college academic standards and requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Holistic Student Support

• Maintain a professional and supportive classroom environment that promotes student learning and academic success.
• Communicate effectively with students regarding course expectations, assignments, academic progress, and available college resources.
• Refer students to appropriate college resources and services when academic or other support needs arise.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality in accordance with college policies and applicable requirements.

Organizational Culture

• Contribute to a positive, professional, and collaborative learning environment.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and program leadership.
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and respect in interactions with students and colleagues.
• Support Chattanooga State's mission, values, policies, and academic standards.

Position Requirements

• Minimum of an Associate degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Nutrition, Food Science, or a closely related field.
• Professional experience in culinary arts, hospitality, foodservice, nutrition, or a related industry.
• Knowledge of fundamental nutrition concepts and their application to foodservice and culinary operations.
• Ability to effectively communicate course content and instructional expectations.
• Ability to prepare and deliver classroom instruction and evaluate student performance.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate student records and meet established deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively with students and college personnel.
• Availability to teach the assigned course during the scheduled class periods beginning October 12, 2026.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Science, Education, or a related field.
• Previous college-level teaching

Pay Range: Per credit hour based on experience and education
* All submissions should include a resume, CV, and unofficial transcripts *