Baking and Pastry Arts Adjunct Instructor

This position is based at our Richmond, VA campus location.

Transform your career at ECPI University, an institution dedicated to providing students with unique, industry-focused education models since 1966. ECPI University has built a reputation for its commitment to student success by fostering a dynamic team environment and offering a curriculum that aligns closely with current industry demands. With a stable work environment and multiple professional growth opportunities, ECPI University attracts professionals who are passionate about making a real difference in the lives of students. The university offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, ensuring employees are well supported in their career journeys.

This role is with the Culinary Institute of Virginia (CIV), the College of Culinary Arts of ECPI University. The CIV specializes in preparing students for careers in the hospitality and food service industries through several degree programs such as Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry Arts, Culinary Nutrition, and Food Service Management. These programs are designed to reflect the dynamic and diverse nature of the food service industry.

We are seeking a qualified Baking & Pastry professional to join our faculty and help guide the next generation of Culinary Arts students. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate educator and industry expert to deliver quality, hands-on instruction focused on student success. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in baking and pastry arts, combined with practical teaching skills to produce knowledgeable and skilled graduates ready to enter the hospitality workforce.

Faculty members at CIV are responsible for providing an engaging learning environment that emphasizes practical and active instruction. Utilizing instructional technology and innovative teaching methods is essential to enhance the learning experience and achieve program outcomes. Faculty members assess student academic performance through various assessments and maintain their expertise in the field through ongoing professional development. Participation in university activities and collaboration with colleagues are also integral to this role.

In addition to contributing to the academic development of students, the successful candidate will benefit from ECPI University’s supportive employment benefits, including a tuition scholarship program available to full-time employees and their immediate family members after 90 days of employment, competitive compensation packages, and access to medical and dental insurance plans. Employees may also participate in a 401(k) plan with possible employer contributions.

This position represents a chance to join a team committed to excellence in culinary education and student success at ECPI University's Richmond campus. If you have a passion for baking and pastry arts and a desire to inspire and educate future hospitality professionals, we encourage you to apply and become part of a reputable educational institution with a legacy dating back over five decades.