GBCC Contract Instructor - Culinary

Community College System of New Hampshire

Kittery, ME 03904, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Education

Full Time

Job Description

CCSNH has established employer status within the New England states (Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island). In compliance with CCSNH policies and state regulations, eligibility for employment within CCSNH and its institutions requires residency within a New England state.

Culinary Arts Contract Instructor – Business & Training Center

Department:

Workforce Development

Location:

Portsmouth NH

Pay Range:

$50-$70 Per Hour

Work Schedule:

SPRING: February – May FALL: September – November Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm

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We are seeking a passionate and experienced Culinary Arts Instructor who shares our commitment to sustainable food systems and farm-to-table practices. In this role, you will inspire the next generation of culinary professionals to cook with intention, respect ingredients, and understand the environmental and social impact of their work in the kitchen.

You will be working with a diverse group of students ranging from recent high school graduates to adults embarking on a new career. This is a hands-on teaching position to help students level up their culinary skills for the workforce. The current schedule is M-W, 5:30 pm- 8:30 pm for 12 weeks in the Spring and Fall.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: We're looking for candidates with a culinary degree or equivalent professional training.

Experience: 3-5 years of professional kitchen experience with demonstrated commitment to sustainable practices.

ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Five years of experience in the hospitality industry

Prior teaching or mentoring experience
Passion for sustainable practices
Food Managers Certification

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Scope of Work:

You will develop and deliver engaging curriculum covering topics such as cooking methods, knife skills, baking and pastry, nutrition, menu planning, and restaurant operations. Your classes will combine hands-on kitchen instruction with theoretical knowledge, ensuring students gain both practical skills and industry understanding. You'll demonstrate cooking techniques, supervise students during food preparation, and provide constructive feedback on their work. Additionally, you'll maintain a safe and sanitary learning environment, manage kitchen inventory and equipment, and stay current with culinary trends and industry standards. Collaborate with other instructors, guest lecturers and program coordinator to offer a seamless comprehensive learning experience.

Application Process:

Submit your application online with cover letter, resume/Curriculum Vitae, and documentation of any certifications currently held.

Great Bay Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Discrimination on the basis of age, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or any other non-merit factor is strictly prohibited.

For more information contact Jennifer Guptill, Culinary Program Coordinator – at JGuptill@ccsnh.edu.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a requisite background check.