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Program Director - Culinary Arts

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Professional Development
Tuition Assistance
Employee Discounts
Life insurance

Job Description

Keiser University is a renowned career-focused institution dedicated to providing practical and industry-relevant education to students across various disciplines. The university emphasizes student success by offering programs that align with current market and community needs, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for professional careers. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and innovation, Keiser University supports a dynamic learning environment enriched with experienced faculty and state-of-the-art resources.

The Culinary Arts Program Director holds a pivotal leadership position within Keiser University, responsible for overseeing the American Culinary Federation (ACF)-accredited Culinary Arts program. This role encompasses comprehensive management of curriculum development, instructional quality, and adherence to ACF accreditation standards. The Program Director not only imparts expert culinary knowledge and skills through high-quality instruction but also fosters student engagement and success by mentoring faculty members and maintaining close connections with the regional hospitality and culinary industry. By bridging academic excellence and practical industry demands, the Director ensures the program produces competent, skilled culinary professionals who are ready to excel in their careers. The position is ideal for a seasoned culinary educator and leader who is passionate about advancing culinary education through innovative teaching, effective program management, and strong community and industry partnerships.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or related field
  • Master’s Degree preferred
  • current ACF certification (CEC, CCE, or higher) preferred
  • minimum of three years teaching experience in postsecondary or professional culinary training
  • minimum of five years professional culinary experience including kitchen management or executive chef-level responsibilities
  • experience with ACF accreditation processes
  • experience in curriculum development
  • experience in faculty supervision

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or related field
  • Master's Degree preferred
  • current ACF certification as Certified Executive Chef (CEC), Certified Culinary Educator (CCE), or higher preferred
  • minimum of three years teaching experience in postsecondary or professional culinary training environment
  • minimum of five years professional culinary experience including kitchen management or executive chef-level responsibilities
  • experience with ACF accreditation processes, curriculum development, and faculty supervision

Job Duties

  • Creating and maintaining core curriculum across the institution
  • communicating and monitoring delivery of core curriculum
  • preparing course plans and material
  • delivering courses
  • monitoring progress and attendance
  • advising students
  • recording grades and submitting reports

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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