The Rochester Educational Opportunity Center (REOC), part of SUNY Brockport, is accepting applications for a temporary Lecturer - Culinary Arts. Under the direct supervision of the Culinary Manager/Chef and Program Coordinator, this role is responsible for providing classroom instruction, hands-on culinary training, and mentorship within the Culinary Arts Program, including the B-Stro learning lab restaurant. The position works collaboratively with program leadership to support student success, program growth, and alignment with industry standards. This appointment is for a six-month period, with the potential for extension.
Essential Functions:
Classroom and B-Stro Learning Laboratory Instruction (75%)
- Delivers classroom and hands-on culinary instruction aligned with program curriculum and industry standards.
- Plans, prepares, and facilitates engaging lessons that integrate culinary theory with practical application.
- Supervises students in the B-Stro learning laboratory, ensuring a safe, professional, and productive learning environment.
- Demonstrates and evaluates food preparation techniques, cooking methods, baking, sanitation, and food presentation.
- Instructs students in food safety (ServSafe Manager Level) and sanitation practices, including compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Teaches proper use, care, and maintenance of commercial kitchen equipment and tools.
Tutoring and Student Assistance (10%)
- Identifies any learning gaps and develop strategies to support student success and retention.
- Offers supplemental instruction to remediate culinary techniques, math applications, recipe development and implementation, and food safety concepts.
Grades, Attendance and Evaluations (5%)
- Maintains accurate records of student attendance, academic progress, competencies, and performance in the B-Stro learning lab.
- Submits grades, evaluations, and required documentation within established timelines.
Policy Enforcement (5%)
- Promotes a respectful, inclusive, and professional learning environment.
- Ensures student compliance with safety regulations, dress code, attendance expectations, and professional conduct standards.
- Models professionalism, ethical conduct, and accountability consistent with REOC and industry expectations.
Non-Essential Functions:Minimum Qualifications:- Associate degree in hospitality, culinary, or related field from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization; or appropriate industry experience supported by relevant certifications and credentials
- Minimum of one year of teaching and/or training experience in culinary arts
- Demonstrated culinary work experience
- Demonstrated mastery of culinary skills
- Strong communication, organizational, and instructional skills
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or an internationally recognized college or university
- Manager level ServSafe Certification
- Competency and knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office applications, virtual meeting applications, and Learning Management Systems (Brightspace)
Monday - Friday
Benefits:This position is benefits eligible. Find out more about benefits at Careers@Brockport.
Application Instructions:
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Visit jobs.hr.brockport.edu to complete an application including your cover letter that addresses required and preferred qualifications, resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references.
Please note, if you have retired from a New York State Public Employee Retirement System (Teachers Retirement System or Employees Retirement System), you may be subject to an earnings limitation. Please familiarize yourself with the rules and regulations when applying for this position.