'26-'27 Part Time Faculty Pool- Culinary and Pastry Arts (South Seattle College)

About the role

The position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement with representation by AFT-Seattle.

Responsibilities

• An intermediate culinary arts/pastry instructor requires good communication and culinary skills. The desired candidate will have knowledge in the preparations and production of culinary/pastry/baking products.
• Organize practical and technical instruction and lectures on theory, techniques, and terminology not limited to subject areas such as hand tools, production equipment, codes and regulations, and safety and sanitation.
• Plan and direct work of students in various settings to demonstrate competencies outlined in the curriculum.
• Measure and assess course outcomes, program outcomes, and South Seattle College Student Learning Outcomes as listed on the official course outlines of record.
• Works with full-time faculty with grades examinations and lab competencies in a timely manner.
• Comply and enforce sanitation principles and policies as defined by current state health department codes, as well as uphold the Culinary Arts program's Policy and Standards regarding attendance, dress code, and personal appearance policies.
• Instruct aspiring culinary/baking students to find their culinary voice.
• Conduct in-classroom demonstrations as required by curriculum.
• Demonstrate techniques and concepts as required by the curriculum.
• Deliver clear, concise, and organized lectures.
• Instruct students in hands-on labs learning the fundamentals of culinary and baking arts.
• Maintain a positive and focused learning environment.
• Assure classes are conducted in a manner that complies with principles of food safety and sanitation.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance and performance.
• Attend meetings and faculty orientation as required.

Requirements

Education and/or training in the field and/or teaching in the field

Knowledge of food safety and sanitation, the ability to work well with others.

The ability to work with a widely diverse student community.

Knowledge of the theory, as well as hands on basics and intermediate techniques of culinary arts cooking, pastry, and baking.

The ability to collaborate with fellow faculty and administrators.

Qualifications

Prior experience in culinary arts and pastry/ baking required.

Must have a King County Food Handlers Card

Not required by recommended a MAST Card

At least three years of experience in the field/trade

Skills

The ability to operate office equipment, receive and interpret data, and prepare various materials.

The ability to exchange information with supervisors, lead, co-workers, and students.

The ability to provide 1:1 support, present to small groups, and work at a computer exercising repetitive hand motion.

Work is performed primarily in kitchen lab settings with frequent interruptions and encounters noises typical of a restaurant kitchen environment.

Benefits

Seattle Colleges is unable to extend post-completion optional practical training (OPT) to F-1 students who receive STEM degrees.

Pay

The salary range for part time faculty is $7,703 - $11,537.33 (P1: A1- E7).

Schedule

Not specified