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Dual Credit Adjunct, Hospitality & Culinary Management, at the Lake County Tech Campus

Teach a Hospitality & Culinary Management dual credit course at the Lake County Tech Campus.

Teach a Hospitality & Culinary Management dual credit course at the Lake County Tech Campus.

Currently or will be teaching Hospitality & Culinary Management at the Lake County Tech Campus; Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts, Food Service Management, Hospitality Management, Nutrition, Management, -OR-related discipline; -AND-minimum of five (5) years of experience as a working chef - OR-hospitality professional supervising a kitchen/hospitality staff; - OR- Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts, Food Service Management, Hospitality Management, Nutrition, Management, -OR- repeated discipline; -AND-minimum of three (3) years of experience as a working chef -OR- hospitality professional supervising a kitchen/hospitality staff; -OR- Master’s degree in Culinary Arts, Food Service Management, Hospitality Management, Nutrition, Management -OR- related discipline; -AND- minimum of one (1) year of experience as a working chef -OR- hospitality professional supervising a kitchen/hospitality staff.

Possess and maintain eligibility to work with secondary (high school) and post-secondary students, in-person at all assigned work locations and virtually, in compliance with applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations, including but not limited to the Illinois School Code and Faith's Law. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer fingerprint-based criminal history records check, Employment History Review, and any other screening or clearance requirements mandated by state or federal law and applicable school district policies or procedures. Continued employment is subject to maintaining such eligibility and clearances.

Pay Rate: Salaries for Dual Credit Adjuncts are paid through their high school district. The College of Lake County may provide stipends for specific professional development activities. Full-Time/Part-Time: Part time Total Hours Per Week: 5 Position Type: Faculty Job Family: Academic Affiliate Posting Date: 08/27/2026 Expected Start Date: 09/14/2026 Compensation Grade: Location: Grayslake Campus Department: JM - Dual Credit College Readiness Sub Department

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois health
• Delta Dental
• Superior Vision insurance plans
• Tuition support for employees and qualified family members
• Three retirement plans
• Disability, group and supplemental life insurance
• Health and dependent care flexible spending account plans
• Compressed work week in the summer (Closed Fridays!)
• Generous vacation
• Sick and personal time off
• 14 paid holidays each year

Some benefits will not be available for Part-Time or Part Time Staff Under 20 Hours (ex: health insurance).

College of Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a policy of non-discrimination. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, ancestry, citizenship, parental status, pregnancy or any other status protected by law.

The College of Lake County (CLC) is a comprehensive community college located in northeastern Illinois committed to being an innovative educational institution providing life-changing paths for our students by offering exceptional learning experiences. CLC aspires to be a place where every student succeeds, every employee thrives, so that every business achieves and every community grows. Our mission is to be innovative and value-driven in supporting student success through developing and encouraging employees of all backgrounds on their journey toward achieving personal and professional growth. CLC achieved a milestone in 2025 with its designation as a Leader College of Distinction. CLC is part of the Achieving the Dream (ATD) Network, made up of 300+ colleges committed to supporting student success at their institutions and promoting economic vitality throughout their communities. CLC has been a member of the ATD Network since 2019 and has held Leader College status since 2023.