Part-time Cuisine Professor- Continuous pool

Job Description

We invite you to consider joining McClaskey Culinary Institute at Clark College as a part‑time Cuisine Professor. This role involves teaching a variety of courses in culinary arts, including Serv Safe Manager, ACF Apprenticeship, barbecue basics, banquets & buffets, wine appreciation, beer, spirits & distilling, and other short courses. The position is ongoing, with opportunities to work daytime, evening, or weekend hours as needed.

• Instruct classes and labs utilizing techniques and knowledge of culinary basics, safety, sanitation, and cooking processes that facilitate student learning.
• Participate in decision‑making processes by serving on department and college committees.
• Pursue professional development to enhance teaching and learning techniques.
• Work well with people of all ages and with academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
• Understand and commit to the mission of Clark College.

• Teach Serv Safe Manager course.
• Teach ACF Apprenticeship curriculum.
• Teach barbecue basics, banquets & buffets, wine appreciation, beer, spirits & distilling and other short courses.
• Instruct students on proper, safe use of equipment and tools.
• Utilize appropriate teaching methods to respond to varying student learning styles.
• Effectively use computer applications for instruction and communication where appropriate.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the college mission, student population, and educational goals.
• Uphold cuisine department curriculum and operational standards.
• Instruct classes utilizing techniques and knowledge that facilitate student learning.

• Culinary degree or equivalent industry experience.
• Valid State of Washington Food Handlers Card or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
• Experience in mentoring, training, or teaching.
• Serv Safe or ACF certification or ability to obtain certification within 12 months.
• Ability to work well as a member of a team.
• Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.

Lecture rate is $95.60 per hour; lab rate is $81.66 per hour.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. A vocational certification plan must be in place prior to the first day of classes.

Clark College is an equal‑opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals who self‑identify as a protected group. The college provides reasonable accommodations for qualified employees and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and related laws.