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Chef Educator

State of New Jersey
Mays Landing/Cape May & Atlantic City Campuses, NJ Posted Oct 26, 2026
On-siteUSD 56,007 / year

About this role

Chef Educator

Description

  • Job Title: Chef Educator

  • Department: Academy of Culinary Arts

  • Reports To: Director, Academy of Culinary Arts & Hospitality Management

  • Position Summary: Teaches a broad range of Culinary, Baking & Pastry and/or dining room courses using a diverse selection of delivery systems, such as, lecture, lecture/lab, technology, web-based programs, and alternatives.

  • Examples of Duties

  • Conducts in-person and/or online demonstrations as required by the curriculum

  • Demonstrates techniques and concepts as required by the curriculum

  • Delivers clear, concise, and organized lectures as required by the curriculum

  • Assess student performance through observation and interaction, along with written and practical examinations

  • Maintains a positive, focused learning environment during class

  • Conducts classes in a manner that complies with principles of food safety and sanitation

  • Maintains accurate records of student attendance and performance

  • Maintains an ADA compliant LMS site for each class

  • Maintains a Recipe and Food Costing Database for each class

  • Attends meetings and faculty orientation as required

  • Collaborates with faculty on curriculum development

  • Builds community relations and assists with recruitment activities

  • Participates in department assessment activities

  • Ensures all necessary equipment and supplies are available for the class

  • Participates in student advising

  • Performs related duties as assigned

  • Typical Qualifications

Education

  • Associate's degree in culinary arts or baking & pastry
  • Bachelor's degree in culinary arts or baking & pastry preferred
  • ServSafe Certification
  • ServSafe Instructor Certification preferred
  • American Culinary Federation Certification (CCC, CEC, CMC, CCE, CWPC, CMPC, or CEPC), or equivalent required, or ability to acquire certification within three years of hire.

Experience

  • Minimum of 4 years of full-time related industry experience
  • Higher Education/Community College teaching experience preferred
  • Experience with Asynchronous and Synchronous Online/Hybrid Course Delivery preferred
  • Fine Dining experience preferred

Competencies and Skills:

  • Extensive knowledge of classical and contemporary culinary techniques.

  • Specialties in Contemporary Pastry, Artisan Breads, Ice Carving, and/or restaurant operations, etc. preferred

  • Knowledge of dining room operations and guest service standards.

  • Fundamental knowledge of baking and pastry techniques.

  • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to teach and mentor students with varying levels of experience.

  • Commitment to food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced instructional environment.

  • Proficiency with instructional technology and learning management systems.

  • Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student-centered teaching.

  • Teaching Demonstration

  • A culinary lesson presentation appropriate for college-level students.

  • A written lesson plan identifying learning outcomes and instructional activities.

  • An explanation of assessment methods used to measure student learning and achievement of course objectives.

  • Supplemental Information

Terms of Employment:

  • This position may require flexible teaching to include day and evening sections at any Atlantic Cape location.
  • This is a full-time, salaried position that includes a comprehensive benefits package. For details on the full compensation and benefits package, please see the Benefits tab.

Atlantic Cape offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including:

  • Pension/Defined Contribution Plans

  • Medical and Prescription

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Flexible spending accounts

  • Paid holidays

  • Paid time off

  • Employer

  • Atlantic Cape Community College

  • Address

  • 5100 Black Horse Pike

  • Mays Landing, New Jersey, 08330

  • Website

  • http://www.atlanticcape.edu/

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