Adjunct - Culinary Arts Instructor

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Job Title:  

Adjunct - Culinary Arts Instructor

Agency:

Central Georgia Technical College

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000004468

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

GROSS RATE OF $20 TO $23 PER HOUR

Job Description:

Position Summary:

Under general supervision, provides instruction in culinary arts skills to inmates in the correctional setting. Demonstrates the use of appropriate teaching techniques; use of appropriate testing and grading procedures including proper maintenance of grade books and any other record-keeping required; effective use of oral and written communication skills; and knowledge of current in-field procedures.  Follows approved course syllabus.  Maintain program requirements, attend/complete all professional development training; meet with students and college personnel to discuss students’ instructional programs and other issues.  Evaluates student progress in attaining goals and objectives.  Completes all reports, records and invoices in a timely manner and maintains accurate inventory of all assigned properties.  Maintain qualifications for employment as described by the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) Policy Manual and accreditation standards.  Follows rules and regulations as described by the TCSG Policy Manual and other policies and procedures established by the institution.  Also subject to the rules and regulations of the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice.  Position may require travel to any of the satellite locations with the College’s service area as well as additional travel as needed.

Location / Work Schedule: 

This position will be assigned to provided services onsite at Pulaski State Prison, Hawkinsville, Ga. Tuesday through Thursday; daily work hours to be determined. Actual work hours may vary to meet the needs of the Correctional facility.  Additional hours or a flexible schedule to include evenings and/or weekends will be required as needed.  This position will work all 12 months of the calendar year and up to 29 hours per week during the academic term.

Minimum Qualifications:   Must upload transcripts which show conferred educational degrees and document qualifications in the employment history

• Earned High School Diploma or earned equivalent   
• Documented one (1) year employment in the culinary field ▪ Documented ServSafe Certification

Preferred Qualifications:  Preference may be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, provide transcripts of conferred degrees and demonstrate in the employment history possession of one or more of the following:

• Earned Associates degree in field from an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education
• Documented three (3) years employment in the culinary field  
• Documented American Culinary Federation certification
• Documented work experience in the correctional setting
• Documented work experience in the post-secondary setting

Salary / Benefits:

Gross rate of $20 to $23 per hour; actual hourly rate will be determined by the candidate’s degree based on minimum and preferred qualifications.  Adjunct positions are temporary, time-limited appointments encompassing a single academic term or period and do not imply or suggest a continuance of employment or a promise of future full-time employment. CGTC is a member of Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) and Employees Retirement System of Georgia (ERS).  Adjunct positions are not eligible for TRS or ERS retirement benefits, state insurance, leave or holiday pay. 

Application Procedure:

Applicants are required to complete the employment application in full and provide supporting documentation by the stated closing deadline for the position.  CGTC does not accept mailed, faxed, or hand-delivered applications.

Applicants who complete the application procedure will be evaluated for meeting the position requirements based on the published job responsibilities, meeting the minimum and preferred qualifications based on the educational history, employment skills presented under job duties in the application system against the published job announcement.  A completed application packet consists of the following:

A completed CGTC electronic application in the CGTC application portal. 

As applicable, applicants for instructional positions are asked to provide a resume in addition to completing the CGTC application.   Applicants for non-instructional positions may provide a resume if they wish.   Submission of the resume does not replace the requirement to complete the CGTC electronic application.

Postsecondary transcripts that demonstrate the conferral of the degree, if applicable, and demonstrates the applicant meets the educational minimum requirements and, if applicable, the preferred educational requirements (grade reports and diploma copies are not accepted in lieu of transcripts)

Positions requiring a High School Diploma or GED as a minimum qualification do not have to submit a HSD/GED transcript documentation as part of the application process

Non-photo license(s) and/or certification(s) which fulfill the minimum, and if applicable the preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement  

Incomplete application packets at the time of the position closing may not be considered. It is the responsibility of the applicant to obtain and upload the application documentation by the stated deadline.  

A review of the completed application packets may begin upon receipt. Interviews of qualified candidates may be held following review; the position may close at any time following September 16, 2026 based on candidate(s) selection.

For more information concerning our application process or available positions, please contact the Human Resources Office at 478-757-3449 or 478-218-3700 or via email to [email protected].

All applicants are subject to the following applicable pre-employment screenings:

Criminal History Records 

Motor Vehicle Records

Employment References

Pre-Employment Drug Test

Fingerprint Records 

Credit History Records

Psychological Screening

Medical Examination

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG).   The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”).  No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Central Georgia Technical College is an equal opportunity employer.   All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements.  The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered.  At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.  

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

The Title IX/Section 504/ADA Coordinator for CGTC nondiscrimination policies is Cathy Johnson, Executive Director for Athletics and Compliance, Room A136, 80 Cohen Walker Drive, Warner Robins, Ga, 31088; Phone (478) 218-3309; Fax (478) 471-5197; Email: [email protected].

All application materials are subject to the Georgia Open Records Act O. C. G. A. §50-18-70.

Minimum Qualifications:

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.