Part-time Instructor (Pool) - Culinary Arts

Austin Peay State University; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Austin Peay State University invites applications for adjunct opportunities in the Culinary Arts within the Associates of Applied Science Degree in Professional Services with a concentration in Culinary Arts or Recreation Administration.

The program seeks instructors with an Associate degree or higher in Culinary Arts or a related field and a minimum of three years of relevant experience. Evening and weekend teaching may be required across APSU campus locations.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Culinary Arts or related field.
• At least three years of relevant experience in Culinary Arts.
• Experience in baking/pastries, international cuisine, gourmet foods, garde manger, desserts.
• Background check will be required.

Responsibilities

• Teach no more than four classes per semester.
• Possible evenings, weekends, and teaching at APSU campus locations.
• Support teaching and learning, and promote the program.
• Collaborate with other adjunct Culinary Arts instructors.

Skills

Culinary arts expertise

Baking and pastries

International cuisine

Garde manger

Desserts preparation

Education

Associates degree in Culinary Arts

Related field (hospitality administration / leadership)

Job description

Position Summary

Austin Peay State University invites applications for adjunct opportunities in the Culinary Arts within the Associates of Applied Science Degree in Professional Services with a concentration in Culinary Arts or Recreation Administration.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Earned Associates degree or higher in Culinary Arts or a related field from an accredited institution (related field may include hospitality administration [leadership], business, nutrition, food science, or others as approved by the Office of Academic Affairs)
• Demonstrated expertise in the Culinary Arts, including a minimum of three years relevant work experience
• Particular experience in areas such as baking and pastries, international cuisine, gourmet foods, garde manger, cake decorating/pastry arts, dietary food preparation, and/or desserts.
• A background search will be required of the successful applicant

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience

Primary duties and responsibilitie s

• The Culinary Arts Adjunct Instructor will teach no more than four (4) classes per semester
• This assignment may include evening and weekend hours, as well as teaching at all APSU campus locations.
• Candidates must possess a strong commitment to teaching and learning, working with diverse populations, and growing the university's mission and vision.

In addition to teaching, the instructor must be ready and able to assist by working with other adjunct Culinary Arts Instructors and by promoting the program.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• A background in the areas of sanitation, nutrition, food production, baking, specialty cuisine, and catering.
• Effective communication skills