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We are looking for a campus based Adjunct Culinary Instructor Chef to teach courses in Culinary Arts.  The Culinary Instructor Chef is an integral part of LMM’s Workforce Development Vocational Education training for students in the certificate, diploma and associate’s degree programs in Culinary Arts and Hospitality.  

A mission-driven organization, LMM has a 56-year history of service to the community and is a recognized leader in implementing best practice for safety net services and providing innovative solutions that assist people on their journey to stability, self-sufficiency, and well-being. Serving Northeast Ohio, we help people obtain job skills and employment, locate safe and stable housing, access supportive services, and overcome barriers to secure second chances in the community. 

Position Summary

The Adjunct Culinary Instructor Chef will teach classes and provide hands-on instruction to the job skill training participants of the Central Kitchen Culinary Training Program.  The instructor will also refine and make modifications or additions to the instructional curriculum based on national models and standards.  The instructor will help oversee the essential operations and personnel of the Central Kitchen. This is a part-time position, and the instructor will be expected to provide 12 to 16 contact hours per week.

Some of the duties include:

• Design and deliver classroom and lab instruction through the development of instructional plans to meet course competencies and support lesson objectives; deliver instruction as approved
• Responsible for teaching participants food preparation, food production, and the overall structure and workflow of a kitchen; Conduct culinary demonstrations
• Maintain accurate records of student progress, submit grades, attendance, and other reports on time
• Works in collaboration with Executive Chef and Kitchen Manager/Sous Chef to create a positive learning atmosphere in the kitchen and lab areas
• Maintain a current knowledge of teaching discipline/field of study
• Assist with curriculum monitoring and development processes
• Participate in initiatives in support of recruitment, retention, and graduation goals
• Provide competency-based education which aligns with organizational model of curricula as well as supports the system delivery
• Adhere to all local, state and federal regulations relative to cleanliness, food preparation and the serving of food
• Ensures that kitchen and classroom areas are clean, sanitary and safe, including all cooking areas, refrigerators and sinks

Our ideal candidate has an Associates Degree in Culinary Arts, Bachelor’s Degree preferred; a minimum of three (3) years industry experience, which includes education, training and developing others; ServSafe Certification and prior experience working with high-barrier populations.  This position requires regular travel to the Grafton Correctional Institute in Grafton, Ohio, to facilitate culinary arts training and instruction for students. Must be able to pass a PREA background check by the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections. A valid Ohio Driver’s license and proof of insurance, required.

LMM is an Equal Opportunity Employer, that recognizes the value of having staff who reflect different life experiences and backgrounds. We offer excellent benefits, generous PTO and respectable wages.

Join our team!  Go to: https://www.lutheranmetro.org/get-involved/careers/ to complete an online application and attach a cover letter (with salary requirements) and resume. The hourly rate for this position is $30.00. Applications accepted until position is filled.