Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Culinary​/Foodservice; AY

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work type: instructional faculty - temporary/lecturer
location: san luis obispo
categories: unit 3 - cfa - california faculty association, temporary, part time, faculty - agriculture

appointments from the part-time pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term, and applicants must be available on very short notice.

culinary/food service part-time lecturer pool. The food science and nutrition department within the college of agriculture, food and environmental sciences at cal poly is seeking applications for a pool of part-time lecturers with positions available as determined by need during the 2025-26 academic year. Lecturers are expected to teach undergraduate lectures and/or laboratory sections and/or supervised field experiences in one or more of the following areas: fundamentals of food, cereal and bakery science, contemporary issues in food choice and preparation, institutional food service, and food systems management.

In addition, lecturers are expected to supervise student experiences and undergraduate research projects.

equal opportunity and excellence in education and employment

this position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with california law and federal civil rights laws, cal poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin.

required qualifications

master's degree in culinary sciences/arts, food science, nutrition, food service, hospitality or closely related field.

for laboratory course assignments, bachelor's degree in culinary sciences/arts, food science, nutrition, food service, hospitality or closely related field & at least 2-3 years of relevant experience. Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching, as well as the ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings is required. Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the english language is required.

preferred qualifications

two or more years of professional experience in food service industry.
teaching experience and/or doctorate.
rd preferred.

experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment.

special conditions

the person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the california child abuse and neglect reporting act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in csu executive order 1083 as a condition of employment.

following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with cal poly, san luis obispo.

about the department

the food science and nutrition department has 15 full-time faculty, numerous part-time faculty, support staff, and approximately 600 majors. Fsn offers two majors - nutrition and food science. The department also offers a post-graduate dietetic internship; ms program in nutrition and ms and blended program in agriculture with a specialization in food science.

the mission of the department is to educate students with contemporary knowledge and problem solving skills to prepare them for rewarding food, nutrition and health careers.

how to apply

interested candidates must attach (1) a cover letter providing some detail of the applicant's qualifications and interest in the position; (2) a current cv; (3) a list of csu courses previously taught and courses requesting consideration to teach; (4) copy of unofficial transcripts; and (5) a statement regarding teaching philosophy. Please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses when completing your application.