Faculty - Culinary & Nutrition

Opportunity Description Seattle Central College is looking to hire a part-time Culinary Nutrition instructor for Seattle Culinary Academy. Application and required materials must be submitted no later than February 28, 2025. Opportunity is open until filled, first review of materials will begin March 3, 2025. Position Summary This is a part-time, faculty position that reports to the Associate Dean of Seattle Culinary Academy and works collaboratively with other Culinary Arts and Specialty Desserts and Breads Chef Instructors, Professional Technical Advisors, Embedded Career Specialists, and industry employers. This position teaches Biology 103 - Nutrition for Foodservice. This position is part-time, teaching on Tuesdays from 2:00 - 3:50 pm, with flexible scheduling for grading and other faculty responsibilities. This position works a hybrid schedule of both remote and on-site work. This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement with representation by AFT. About Us We are a district of three distinct colleges: North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College and five specialty training centers. Which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington, we are leaders in change and innovation. Seattle Colleges is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation. Application Procedures: Attached current Resume Attached cover letter addressing how your background intersects with the job Required application materials must be completed and submitted online Notice to Applicants: Please note that Seattle Colleges has moved to holding interviews virtually using video conference options such as Zoom or Teams. As such, if you are selected for an interview, please be prepared to hold your interview virtually. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a regular basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas. What you will be working on: Instructor for Biology 103 - Nutrition for Foodservice - 2 credit course Prepare, deliver and maintain current and relevant curriculum to meet requirements for accreditation with the American Culinary Federation. Teaching the characteristics, functions, and food sources of the major nutrients and how to maximize nutrient retention in food preparation and storage. To apply the principles of nutrient needs throughout the menu planning and food preparation life cycle. Other learning outcomes include: Identify current USDA Food Guideline principles and food groups List the nutrient contributions of each food group. Discuss 2015 USDA dietary guidelines. Develop recipes and menus using dietary guideline recommendations, food guides, and food labels. Evaluate recipes and menus using dietary guideline recommendations, food guides, and food labels. Discuss characteristics, functions and best sources of each of the major nutrients. List the primary characteristics, functions and sources of vitamins, water and minerals. Describe the process of human digestion. Determine energy needs based upon basal metabolic rate and exercise expenditure. Discuss and demonstrate cooking techniques and storage principles and portion, sizes for maximum retention of nutrients and effective weight management. Discuss exchange groups. Identify common food allergies or autoimmune triggers and determine appropriate substitutions. (i.e. Gluten, sugar, lactose free). Discuss contemporary nutritional diet trends (i.e. whole food plant-based, vegetarianism, heart healthy menus and religious dietary laws) and identify methods for differentiating trends from evidence-based science. Apply emerging technologies (computerization) for nutrient analysis (i.e. Internet, recipe analysis software). Discuss marketing of healthy menu options. This description is not intended to cover every aspect of this job, we are a team that works together to meet the needs of those we serve, and every member of the team is expected to contribute, even beyond the specific responsibilities listed in this posting. What you bring as a candidate: (Any Equivalent Combination of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education and Experience) Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Certified Dietitian, with minimum Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition & Foods. A minimum of 2 years teaching experience in a school, community, or coaching setting. 4 Years knowledge/experience in the food service industry or related field. Sensitive to the needs, problems and challenges associated with the diversity of the community college student population whose background may include first generation, single parent, ESL, lower economic status, varied learning styles and physical capabilities, and racial, gender, ethnic, religious, and language identities. Physical Demands and Disability Accommodation Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with Seattle Colleges. This includes, but is not limited to, recruitment, application, interviewing, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact Human Resources. OFFICE SETTING: Seattle Colleges follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants: Ability to operate office equipment, receive and interpret data, and prepare various materials Ability to exchange information with supervisor, lead, co-workers, and students Ability to provide 1:1 support, present to small groups, and work at a computer exercising repetitive hand motion Work is performed primarily in office settings with frequent interruptions and encounters noises typical of these settings Notice of Non-Discrimination Statement Seattle Colleges is committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity for all its students, employees, and applicants in education, employment, services and contracts, and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, age, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, status as an honorably discharged veteran or disabled veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. In addition, reasonable accommodation will be made for known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Further, the Seattle Colleges is committed to ensure that all employees and students work and learn in an environment that fosters mutual respect and professionalism, free from all forms of "bullying" behaviors, including "cyberbullying." Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the Director of Legal Compliance. Background Check Statement Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will complete Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form WA HB 2327 as required.