Continuing Education Instructor (non-credit) - Culinary Arts

Metropolitan Community College (Kansas City); Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Metropolitan Community College invites applications for non-credit Culinary Arts Instructors to deliver hands-on cooking classes to youth and adults in Community Education programs. The role emphasizes practical techniques, kitchen safety, and industry best practices in short-term offerings.

Responsibilities include developing new courses, creating an engaging classroom environment, delivering clear demonstrations, preparing materials, ordering supplies, and aligning curriculum with industry

Qualifications

• Teaching experience (kids/teens/adults/seniors)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to develop and deliver engaging and practical course content
• Passion for teaching and a commitment to helping others achieve personal growth and enrichment

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development of new courses as needed.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment encouraging participation.
• Demonstrate proper culinary techniques and ensure student adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
• Prepare instructional materials, order supplies, and manage kitchen resources effectively.
• Collaborate with program staff to align curriculum with industry needs and learner goals.
• Stay current with culinary trends and industry certifications.
• Adhere to MCC's institutional policies and procedures.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Course content development

Teaching passion

Job description

Classification

Temporary

Minimum Pay

$0.00

Compensation will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Non-Credit Culinary Arts Instructors deliver hands-on instruction in a variety of culinary topics to youth and adult learners enrolled in Community Education programs. The instructor will design / implement engaging, skills-based classes that emphasize practical cooking techniques, kitchen safety, and industry best practices. This position focuses on short-term, non-credit programming that prepares learners for entry-level employment, or personal enrichment.

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:

• Assist with the development of new courses, as needed.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation and growth.
• Demonstrate proper culinary techniques and ensure student adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
• Prepare instructional materials, order supplies, and manage kitchen resources effectively.
• Collaborate with program staff to align curriculum with industry needs and learner goals.
• Stay current with culinary trends and industry certifications.
• Adhere to MCC's institutional policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Teaching experience (kids/teens/adults/seniors)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to develop and deliver engaging and practical course content
• Passion for teaching and a commitment to helping others achieve personal growth and enrichment

Schedule: Hours are generally nights and weekends.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. Metropolitan Community College recognizes that an individual with a disability may require an accommodation to enable the candidate to successfully perform a job function. Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.