Prince George's Community College

Adjunct Faculty, Culinary Arts

Closes: Jun 12, 2026

Job Details

Adjunct Faculty
Position Information
Position Title
Adjunct Faculty, Culinary Arts
Position Type
Faculty
Department
Wellness, Culinary Arts, and Hospitality
FLSA
Exempt
Full Time or Part Time
Part Time
Fixed Term/Tenure Track
Fixed Term
Hiring Salary Range
Salary Commensurate with Education and Experience
Union/Non Union
Non Union
Job Description Summary
Responsible for the coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of all learning activities in any given course. The instructor must remain current in the discipline area and continually explore teaching methods and strategies to engage learners, organize and plan instructional content that accommodates diverse learning styles, and devise appropriate assessment tools that monitor student learning outcomes. The instructor is also responsible for participating in related activities to include professional development, curriculum design, and other activities that contribute to the department, division, and College. The instructor performs all other duties as directed by the Department Chair, Division Dean, EVP /Provost, or the President or designee.
Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Food Service Management, or related Culinary/Hospitality field; Masters preferred.

Two years full-time, or equivalent part-time, teaching or training experience in Culinary Arts.

Significant professional experience in food service operations, including substantial responsibilities in purchasing and inventory management.

Professional credentialing strongly preferred.

Criteria
ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Plan, organize, and teach curriculum content in support of course outcomes.
Using applicable technology and andragogical principles, teach course content via an appropriate delivery format (may include face-to-face, hybrid, online, and remote instruction).
Complete mandated institutional trainings and professional development as required
Follow department and division requirements for preparing a course syllabus
Facilitate appropriate instructional activities that promote student engagement and learning.
Evaluate student performance using assessment tools as directed by the department, where appropriate; inform students in a timely manner of their progress
Provide an orientation at the first- class meeting to include (as applicable) an overview of the course syllabus, an outline of course objectives, course requirements, attendance policy, grading system, textbook(s), and supplemental materials.
Notify students of key dates and course adjustments
Comply with attendance and grading requirements as established for the course (may include maintaining an up-to-date electronic grade book, and entering final grades by the established due date).
Maintain accurate class records; submit required class records by the established due date
Participate in departmental evaluation and course assessment processes as directed.
Follow department and division requirements for maintaining office hours, and referring students to appropriate resources.
Respond to student emails and phone calls within 48 hours with the exception of weekends and holidays. Maintain regular communication with students. Use the assigned PGCC email for communication with the department and with students.
Submit annual program budgets to and work closely with the appropriate Department Chair, Program Coordinator, Director or Program Director on the development of annual division budgets for approval by the Dean, if applicable
Attend all required meetings.
Engage in appropriate and relevant service to the college and to the department (e.g., search committees, faculty committees, etc.)
Maintain the currency and relevance of all learning resources for the courses, especially but not limited to OER’s;
Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Mastery of course content.
Ability to provide service to diverse populations using a student-centered approach.
Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty and staff.
Ability to plan, deliver and assess effective instruction.
Ability to teach in face to face, remote and online modalities, as needed.
Ability to effectively use instructional technology (Internet, instructional software, learning management system, videoconferencing, etc.).
Critical thinking, organization, and conflict management skills.
Research skills (where appropriate).
Time management, planning and organizational skills.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Problem-solving and analytical ability.
Ability to teach in non-traditional formats (online, remote, hybrid) and settings (off-campus, weekends, evenings and accelerated).

Job Requirements
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions maybe required. Occasionally the ability to physically move and lift materials 5-25 pounds maybe required.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.
As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.
A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer of employment. A signed authorization for the release of personal information will be required if selected for an interview.

Is Background Check Required? Yes

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