Job ID: 11862
Location: South Seattle College
Full/Part Time:
Regular/Temporary:
About Us
We are a district of three distinct colleges-North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College-and five specialty training centers. Which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington, we are leaders in change and innovation.
As a Seattle Colleges employee, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the passionate work of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion as we work against systemic racism. Additionally, you will gain the rewarding experience of contributing to the success of an open-access learning institution that prepares students for life and work, fostering a diverse, engaged, and dynamic community.
Seattle Colleges staff and faculty also enjoy a competitive benefits package, professional development opportunities and enrichment experiences in areas of their choice including, committee, workgroup, and affinity group opportunities. To learn more about our excellent benefits offerings please see our benefits overview here: Seattle Colleges Employment Benefits
Position Summary
Are you passionate about Culinary and Baking? Have you created, built, or contributed to the growth of employee and students resulting in them achieving their goals? If these questions resonate with you, then we invite you to consider joining our team, an equity-focused open-access college dedicated to helping all students achieve their academic and professional goals. As a Chef Instructor, you will be responsible for being a key member of the team that Culinary Arts Program to further the education of students. In this role, you will work closely with instructors, students, and the Dean.
As an open-access learning institution, Seattle Colleges prepares each student for success in life and work, fostering a diverse, engaged, and dynamic community. Through a focus on anti-racist development and by caring about each member of our community, South Seattle College will become the best choice for effective and adaptable student support, excellent remote learning, and distinctive professional/technical programs taught safely in-person.
Application Procedures:

• Attach current Resume
• Attach cover letter addressing how your background intersects with the job
• Three references
• Required application materials must be completed and submitted online

Notice to Applicants:
Please note that Seattle Colleges is working under hybrid remote and on-site operations, pending public health guidance and business needs. Per CDC and WA Public Health directions, at this time we will be practicing social distancing and holding interviews virtually using video conference or teleconference options. As such, if you are selected for interview, please be prepared to hold your interview virtually.
Per Governor Inslee's Proclamation 21-14.1, employees of higher education and healthcare institutions must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 no later than October 18, 2021, unless a medical or religious exemption is approved. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination. Updated information about how to provide proof of vaccination or request a medical or religious accommodation will be posted as soon as it is known.
This is an on-campus, in-person role with some options for occasional remote work.
What you will be working on:

• 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 fundaments 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.

What you bring as a candidate: (Any Equivalent Combination of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education and Experience)

• 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
• 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.

Accommodation Statement
Seattle Colleges follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:

• Ability to operate office equipment
• Ability to read and verify data and prepare various materials
• Ability to exchange information on the phone or in person

Notice of Non-discrimination Statement
Seattle Colleges is committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity for all its students, employees, and applicants in education, employment, services and contracts, and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, age, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, status as an honorably discharged veteran or disabled veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. In addition, reasonable accommodations will be made for known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Further, the Seattle Colleges is committed to ensure that all employees and students work and learn in an environment that fosters mutual respect and professionalism, free from all forms of "bullying" behaviors, including "cyber bullying".
Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the college's Director of Legal Compliance:
1500 Harvard Avenue Seattle, WA 98122-3803
(206) 934-3873
Seattle Colleges is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation.