Position Title:

Culinary Arts Instructor

Job Description:

HINDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Job Descriptions

JOB TITLE: Culinary Arts Instructor

REPORTS TO: Career and Technical Dean of Public Services

DEPARTMENT: Hospitality and Tourism Management Technology

EXEMPT: Yes

VICE PRESIDENT: Jonathan Townes

GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE FUNCTION

All Hinds Community College employees must commit to the Caring Campus approach to student engagement and daily apply these general behavioral objectives: listen to student questions and concerns with a positive attitude and make meaningful connections with students.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Must be ServSafe certified, must have an Associate Degree from a nationally/regionally accredited culinary arts program. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study and 3 years of verifiable success as a Chef is preferred. Must have two years of instructional experience at an accredited culinary arts program which must be certified also by the American Culinary Federation or an accredited Secondary Career and Technical Program. Preference will be given to those candidates who have a Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s in Education or related field. A strong knowledge in baking, pastry, and catering is preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES , include the following.

Other duties may be assigned.

Maintain knowledge of diversity-related issues, legislation, and best practices.

• Teach between 15-24 contact hours as assigned each semester.

• Keep classes in session for the full scheduled time. (Classes identified in the schedule as hybrid classes will meet according to the requirements of the instructor.)

• Provide at least six (6) office hours to meet with students over a 35-hour work week for student conferences, guidance, and tutorial assistance.

• Actively recruit students each semester and participate in recruitment events per the Office of Recruitment and the Dean of Career and Technical Education. (Summer, Fall, Spring)

• Participate in student/teacher and faculty/administrator evaluations and performance review conferences.

• Teach culinary classes according to the course curriculum.

• Keep prompt, up-to-date, accurate records of attendance, grades, and other reports.

• Follow the required institutional process for recording student attendance and identifying “no-shows” in a timely manner.

• Develop daily lesson plans and instructional plans to meet course competency.

• Develop creative instructional methods to engage students in learning process.

• Develop instruction materials and handouts for students.

• Set up classroom, lab, and other school equipment and supplies for students.

• Prepare course assignments, tests, and projects to improve student’s academic performance.

• Meet reporting requirements of the State Office of Vocational Technical Education.

• Serve on committees as appointed.

• Develop a personal and professional improvement plan in those areas deemed necessary as a result of evaluations.

• Maintain students’ attendance and grade records.

• Evaluate each student’s academic performance and provide feedback appropriately.

• Participate in the establishment and assessment of Student Learning Outcomes.

• Attend general faculty, division, and departmental meetings.

• Attend trainings and workshops for professional and skill development.

• Ensure that students follow disciplinary and behavioral standards on the school campus.

• Participate in departmental meetings, formulation, execution, and evaluations of departmental goals and objectives.

• Cooperate in the execution of the college, division, and department policies.

• Recommend budgetary items and submitappropriate documentation for ordering items to the Dean’s office.

• Review and select appropriate textbook and instructional materials.

• Develop a cohesive, safe, and positive learning environment for students.

• Provide support in student admission and retention processes.

• Attend staff meetings and communicate budget needs to management.

• Maintain proper inventory on all equipment and tools assigned to the program.

• Ensure that the program has an active Advisory Committee that meets each Fall and Spring.

• Present a personal appearance in keeping with contemporary community standards for a professional development workshops and trainings.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the appropriate authority.

• Participate in staff development activities, professional associations, presentations, publications, applied educational research, consulting, evaluations, and similar activities which enhance the individual and the education profession.

• Use teaching techniques that include the effective utilization of resources that motivate students to achieve their potential.

• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Culinary Arts instructor will assume typical classroom supervisory responsibilities and may oversee students working in labs/classrooms.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, taste and smell. The employee is frequently required to sit.

The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those

an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, and the employee is occasionally required to perform job responsibilities in the outdoors and off site.

We promote a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects individual strengths, ideas, and capabilities. We believe that our differences enable us to make better decisions, drive innovation, and deliver better results .

Mission

Hinds Community College is committed to moving people and communities forward by helping develop their purpose, passion and profession.

Vision

Hinds Community College will be a catalyst to create a competitive economy and a compelling culture for Mississippi.

Values

Hinds Community College aspires to the following IDEALS:

• Integrity

• Diversity

• Excellence

• Accountability

• Leadership

• Stewardship

In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX, Education Amendments of 1972 of the Higher Education Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and other applicable Federal and State Acts, Hinds Community College offers equal education and employment opportunities and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability or veteran status in its educational programs and activities. We recognize our responsibility to provide an open and welcoming environment that fosters a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion for employees and students to collaboratively learn, work and serve our communities.

The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding these policies:

EEOC Compliance: Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: 601-857-3458 or Email: EEOC@hindscc.edu .

Title IX : Associate Vice President Student Services, Title IX Coordinator

Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: 601-857-3353 or Email: TitleIX@hindscc.edu .

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Position Type:

9 Month 175 Days

Job Classification:

Faculty - Technical

Scheduled Hours:

35