Program Director - Culinary Arts

Program Directors are responsible for leveraging their expertise to develop, maintain and deliver education services to students through:

• Creating and Maintaining core curriculum across the institution
• Communicating and monitoring delivery of core curriculum
• Preparing course plans and material
• Delivering courses
• Monitoring progress/attendance
• Advising students
• Recording grades and submitting reports

Overview:

• The Culinary Arts Program Director plays a key leadership role in advancing Keiser University's mission to provide career-focused education that meets community and industry needs. The Director oversees all aspects of the American Culinary Federation (ACF)-accredited Culinary Arts program, ensuring excellence in instruction, student learning outcomes, and program compliance with ACF accreditation standards.
• The Program Director serves as both an educator and academic leader-delivering high-quality instruction, fostering student engagement, mentoring faculty, and maintaining a strong connection between the program and the regional hospitality and culinary community.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or related field required; Master's Degree is preferred.
• Current ACF certification as a Certified Executive Chef (CEC), Certified Culinary Educator (CCE), or higher strongly preferred
• Minimum of three (3) years of teaching experience in a postsecondary or professional culinary training environment.
• Minimum of five (5) years of professional culinary experience, including kitchen management or executive chef-level responsibilities.
• Experience with ACF accreditation processes, curriculum development, and faculty supervision required.