Part-Time Culinary Instructor: Hands-On Kitchen Classes

City Colleges of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Part time

Job summary

City Colleges of Chicago – Washburne Culinary & Hospitality Institute is seeking a part-time Culinary Instructor to teach adult students in basic gourmet cooking, ensuring engaging lessons and hands-on skills.

Candidates should have an associate degree, ServSafe certification, and at least five years as a chef; bachelor’s degree is preferred. Strong communication and the ability to reach a diverse student body are essential. Salary is $35/hr; benefits information is available on the CCC site.

Qualifications

• Associate in applied science degree required and national or industry recognized certification in the field and some experience.
• Bachelor level degree preferred.
• ServSafe Manager’s Certification required.
• Kitchen teaching experience preferred (especially in a kitchen environment).
• A minimum of five years of experience as a Chef required.
• Ability to instruct and guide students in learning principles used in the industry including but not limited to cooking techniques and methods, Garde manger, international cuisines, restaurant management, catering.
• Strong knowledge base in culinary history and culture of foods.
• Knowledge of Microsoft computer systems and tools.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate with diverse group of staff and students required.
• Experience with a diverse, multi-lingual student population is desired, as is a commitment to the open access mission of the community college.

Responsibilities

• Deliver fun, educational, and motivating classes to our students and community members.
• Teach adults of all ages the basics of gourmet cooking.
• Demonstrate the proper techniques to prepare food.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with class participants.
• Proper use of kitchen equipment.
• Teach a variety of recipes.
• Taking attendance at each class, ensuring that all participants are registered and properly signed in.

Skills

Teaching experience

Culinary techniques

Garde manger

Restaurant management

Catering

Excellent communication

MS Office

Brightspace LMS

Diversity experience

Multilingual experience

Education

Associate in applied science degree

Bachelor level degree preferred

ServSafe Manager certification

Tools

Brightspace LMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

City Colleges of Chicago – Washburne Culinary & Hospitality Institute is seeking a part-time Culinary Instructor to teach adult students in basic gourmet cooking, ensuring engaging lessons and hands-on skills.

Candidates should have an associate degree, ServSafe certification, and at least five years as a chef; bachelor’s degree is preferred. Strong communication and the ability to reach a diverse student body are essential. Salary is $35/hr; benefits information is available on the CCC site.