Hospitality Adjunct Instructor (TEMPORARY)

Hospitality Adjunct Instructor (TEMPORARY)

Posting Number: F01280
Location: Diablo Valley College
Salary:

Description of Position:
The Diablo Valley College Culinary Department is seeking Adjunct Faculty in Hospitality. An adjunct instructional faculty member will be responsible for maintaining the highest academic standards in his/her discipline. The individual is expected to exercise professionalism and civility in all activities related to the role of academician, including those concerned with the various duties assigned, and any involvement with colleagues, peers, community, and students.

Example courses that might be taught by this position include:

• Kitchen 1
• Kitchen 2
• Bake 1
• Bake 2
  
  

Adjunct Faculty duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
1. providing instruction in accordance with established curriculum, course outlines and class schedules;
2. creating and maintaining an environment which emphasizes learning, encourages free discussion of ideas and critical thinking;
3. evaluating progress of students concerning educational matters and grades student work;
4. meeting with students outside of class;
5. maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics;
6. maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter areas;7. fulfilling professional responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member;
8. maintaining accurate academic records;
9. performing other related duties as assigned.

Inquiries:
Charlie Shi, Dean Business, Culinary and Computer Science at cshi@dvc.edu

Position Status: Non-Tenure Track
EEO Job Category: Faculty & Other Instructional Staff
Employee Group: Part-Time Faculty
Department: D3620-Culinary

Duties and Responsibilities:
Adjunct Faculty duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
1. providing instruction in accordance with established curriculum, course outlines and class schedules;
2. creating and maintaining an environment which emphasizes learning, encourages free discussion of ideas and critical thinking;
3. evaluating progress of students concerning educational matters and grades student work;
4. meeting with students outside of class;
5. maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics;
6. maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter areas;
7. fulfilling professional responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member;
8. maintaining accurate academic records;
9. performing other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience:
EDUCATION
Any bachelor's degree AND two years of professional experience in Hospitality or Culinary or related field OR any associate degree AND six years of professional experience in Hospitality or Culinary or related field.


Desirable Qualifications:

• Teaching experience at the community college level
• Canvas LMS experience and/or Quality Matters training or certifications.
• Bachalor's degree in any discipline preferred.
• Ideal candidates will possess extraordinary interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, a passion for teaching, and the ability to effectively communicate with students to help them achieve their educational goals.
• Commitment to professional growth and development.

Job Open Date: 10/22/2025
Job Close Date: 5/8/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Employment Begins: Fall 2026
# of Months: 4 Months

To apply, visit: https://www.4cdcareers.net/postings/11727

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