Associate Professor, Culinary Arts

Horry-Georgetown Technical College; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid state holidays

Annual leave

Sick leave

Job summary

Horry-Georgetown Technical College is seeking a full-time Culinary Arts Chef instructor in Myrtle Beach, SC. The role includes teaching culinary arts classes and assessing student performance.

The candidate will work collaboratively with the Executive Director and faculty to enhance culinary education. Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Culinary Management and extensive industry experience.

Salary is commensurate with education and experience, with benefits including paid state holidays and annual leave.

Qualifications

• Must possess a degree in Culinary Arts or Pastry Arts.
• Excellent communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Teach culinary arts classes in person and online.
• Assess student performance with exams and observations.
• Maintain positive learning environment and food safety standards.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Associate of Applied Science degree in Culinary Arts or Pastry Arts

Job description

Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) is a two-year community/technical college that offers more than 75 associate degree, diploma, and certificate programs for students who are either seeking quick entry into the workforce or desiring to transfer to a senior institution to pursue a bachelor’s degree. HGTC offers three convenient campus locations in South Carolina, including Myrtle Beach, Conway and Georgetown.

Horry-Georgetown Technical College seeks a full-time Culinary Arts Chef instructor. The candidate must be committed to innovation in culinary education while retaining a focus on integrity to technique and ingredients, sustainability, social responsibility. The James Beard Foundation programs of Waste Not and Smart Catch are integral to operations of the institute. This individual will report to the Executive Director of the culinary institute and duties will include but are not limited to:

Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of culinary arts lab and lecture classes in person and online.
• Deliver clear, concise, and organized lectures as required by the curriculum.
• Assess student performance through observation and interaction, along with written and practical examinations.
• Curriculum/Instructional Development and Management.
• Student Advisement.
• Significant college and/or community service.
• Professional Development and maintaining credentials as required by accrediting councils/agencies.
• Maintain a positive, focused learning environment throughout the institute.
• Assure that classes are conducted in a manner that complies with principles of food safety and sanitation.
• Submit reports in a timely manner; maintain accurate grade and attendance records; manage the classroom environment for effective learning.
• Attend meetings and orientations as required.
• Maintain and publicize required office hours and availability.
• Assist in the planning process of developing program course outcomes and assessments.
• Developing and implementing plans to improve students’ success rates on major assessments.

Must be able to work collaboratively with the Executive Director, other faculty, and staff. An excellent opportunity for a chef to work in a collaborative environment that will impact community and contribute to the evolution of the dining scene in the area. Must be willing to work varying schedules to include early mornings and possibly evening courses.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate of Applied Science degree in Culinary Arts or Pastry Arts.
• Excellent communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Culinary Management, Business, or Hospitality Management; ten (10) years industry experience; five (5) years CA teaching experience; CEC certification or certifiable at the CEC level by the American Culinary Federation.
• Experience with a wide variety of cuisines from the Americas, Europe, and Asia.
• Experience with skills associated with the Garde Manger chef position.

Special Instructions

Please complete online application via our website: www.hgtc.edu/hr attaching unofficial transcripts.

Advertised Salary

Salary is commensurate with education and work experience. Benefits include paid state holidays, annual and sick leave.

Advertised: 13 May 2026 Eastern Daylight Time