HEALTH INSURANCE:
Medical & RX
Vision
Dental
OTHER BENEFITS:
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Standard Life Insurance
Accidental Life and Dismemberment
Long Term Disability
Retirement Plan (Oregon PERS/OPSERP)
Tuition and Fee Waiver
Bookstore Discount
Opportunity to potentially receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
PAID LEAVES
Sick Leave
Bereavement Leave
Civic Leave
Personal Leave
Sabbatical Leave
HOLIDAYS:
10-month faculty receive 7 paid holidays per year
11 and 12-month faculty receive 12 paid holidays per year
VACATION:
10 and 11-month faculty are ineligible for vacation
12-month faculty accrue 160 hrs per year
Required Education:
2 Year Degree
Internal Number: 2025-00031
Are you passionate about culinary arts and have a knack for teaching? We are seeking a talented Chef Instructor to join our team at Southwestern Oregon Community College's Oregon Coast Culinary Institute. The Culinary Arts Program through Oregon Coast Culinary Institute at Southwestern Oregon Community College is accredited by the American Culinary Federation – the premier professional chefs’ organization in North America. As a Chef Instructor, you will be responsible for planning and delivering dynamic culinary lessons to our students. Your expertise in various cuisines, culinary techniques, and kitchen management will be crucial in shaping the next generation of chefs. You will mentor and guide students through hands-on classes, demonstrations, and workshops. In addition to teaching, you will also assist in curriculum development, recipe creation, and ensuring a safe and clean kitchen environment. The ideal candidate should have a blend of culinary expertise, teaching skills, and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment. Join us in inspiring and empowering aspiring chefs to reach their full potential.
A minimum of three (3) years of full-time work as an instructor OR five (5) years of Industry experience. A possible combination of industry and teaching experience will be considered.
A minimum of an Associate's Degree in culinary arts plus proficiency and a high level of competency in the field.
Strong communication and teaching skills
Knowledge of various cuisines and cooking techniques
Southwestern Oregon Community College is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, a nationally recognized regional accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education. Copies of the college’s accreditation, self-study reports, approvals, and certifications are available for review by contacting the Accreditation Liaison Officer. They are also available at the college’s library. The following is an accreditation for our culinary school.
Culinary Arts/Baking & Pastry Program Accreditation
The Culinary Arts Program through Oregon Coast Culinary Institute at Southwestern Oregon Community College is accredited by the American Culinary Federation – the premier professional chefs’ organization in North America.
The accreditation is based on a variety of factors including quality of curriculum, instruction, student success, administration of the program and student service.
Upon graduation from our culinary school, students can apply for the first level of ACF certification; Certified Culinarian, (CC) for culinary students and Certified Pastry Culinarian for baking and pastry students.
