Culinary Arts Non-Tenure Assistant Professor

Culinary Arts Non-Tenure Assistant Professor at Walla Walla Community College

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: $74,930.00 - $85,422.00 Annually

Location: Walla Walla, WA

Job Number:  CUL

Department: VPI/INSTRUCTION OFFICE

Closing: Continuous (position open until filled)

Walla Walla Community College (WWCC) seeks a Full-Time Culinary Arts Non‑Tenure Assistant Professor to begin at the start of the Fall Quarter in September 2026. The role focuses on instruction, curriculum development, student support, faculty engagement, and program administration.

• Effectively teach the adopted curriculum at a variety of skill levels and evaluate student progress toward learning objectives.
• Create program‑learning activities that support individual student learning needs and evaluate progress.
• Provide structured, hands‑on instruction in culinary arts, including menu planning, production, plating, and kitchen workflow.
• Ensure recipes used in instruction and food service are standardized, costed, and aligned with Farm to Fork initiatives and budgetary goals.
• Advise students on academic and career pathways, including mentoring in job placement and industry networking.
• Develop and update curriculum in response to industry trends and to improve equitable student outcomes.
• Evaluate student progress toward learning outcomes using assignments, projects, quizzes, and standardized tests.
• Design inclusive instructional strategies in classroom, small groups, and individualized instruction.
• Participate in industry advisory board meetings and community partnerships to strengthen program alignment and student job placement.
• Collaborate with the Farm to Fork team to align production and instructional needs.
• Maintain and submit student records, documentation, and program reports.
• Maintain structured office hours.

• Implement diverse teaching and learning strategies for students with varied preparedness.
• Design curriculum, assignments, and projects that align with course and college outcomes.
• Develop student knowledge and mastery through timely formative and summative assessment.
• Create learning opportunities that respect student diversity and foster inclusion.
• Ensure students possess technological and digital literacy skills needed in professional settings.
• Engage in continuous professional growth and activities supporting the college’s mission.

• Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts (related credentialing may substitute at the college’s discretion).
• Demonstrated proficiency as an Executive Chef and/or teaching Culinary Arts at the college level (minimum two years); teaching experience as a teaching assistant or adjunct may count.

• Experience teaching at a community college.
• Experience using technology and teaching in face‑to‑face, web‑based, hybrid, HyFlex, or online modalities.
• Management experience in the culinary industry.
• Experience writing program curriculum with innovative delivery strategies.
• Experience incorporating technology in the classroom.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

The position is Full‑Time Non Tenure‑Track, exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act. Employment terms are negotiated with the Association for Higher Education. Candidates must provide documentation of lawful U.S. work authorization within three days of employment and official transcripts. A criminal history background check is required. WWCC is a tobacco‑free campus.

The salary is based on a negotiated faculty schedule, typically $74,930 – $85,422 for a standard 176‑day contract. Higher placement is possible for doctorate degrees. Benefits include medical, dental, life, long‑term disability insurance, paid sick leave, retirement, optional deferred compensation programs, and automatic 3% contribution into the Washington Deferred Compensation Program. The college supports faculty professional development.

• Online NEOGOV application.
• Cover letter detailing interest, professional experience, training, and qualifications.
• Curriculum vitae or comprehensive resume.
• Names and contact information for three professional references.
• Responses to three supplemental questions.
• Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts required before the start date).

Submit a complete application by July 22 2026 at 11:59 PM PST to receive priority consideration.

Walla Walla Community College is committed to providing equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all applicants, students, and staff without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status. The Human Resources Office is accessible to persons with disabilities and can accommodate application and employment processes. Contact HR at (509) 527‑4224 or TDD (509) 527‑4412, or personnel.