Lecturer - Vocational - Culinary Instructor (Part-time)

VOCATIONAL LECTURER - CULINARY CLASS INSTRUCTOR -
PART-TIME

WASHBURNE CULINARY & HOSPITALITY INSTITUTE

Washburne Culinary & Hospitality Institute is currently seeking
a part-time Culinary Instructor. If you have a passion for teaching
and learning and are committed to the mission of the community
college, consider joining our team. The ideal candidate will have
demonstrated success in the classroom by developing and using
effective teaching strategies that meet students’ diverse needs and
engage the student in critical thinking and problem-solving.

GENERAL 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.

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.

• Brightspace Learning Management System preferred.
• 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.

FOR CONSIDERATION

All interested candidates, including current CCC employees, must
submit the following documents for review:

• Letter of interest
• Resume or curriculum vitae
• Copy of ServSafe Manager's Certification
• Legible copy of your college transcripts (unofficial

transcripts initially accepted; official transcripts must be
provided at time of interview)

• Submission of additional information, including but not limited

to a statement of teaching philosophy and/or letters of
recommendation, is optional.

The salary for this position is $35/hr.

Benefits information is found at
https://www.ccc.edu/departments/Benefits/

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action
employer.

Thank you for your interest in City Colleges of
Chicago!