Position: Assistant Professor of Culinary Arts (Institut Lyfe Major)
Location: Daejeon, South Korea
Application Deadline: June 30, 2025
Start Date: September 1, 2025
Type: Full-Time, Non-Tenure Track
About the Department
The Sol International School – Culinary Arts (Institut Lyfe Major) at Woosong University offers a forward-thinking program blending classical culinary techniques with sustainable, health-conscious cooking. The curriculum emphasizes international cuisines, nutrition, and environmentally responsible practices. Through immersive, hands-on learning, industry internships, and global partnerships, our students are prepared to lead in the evolving world of culinary arts.
Key Responsibilities
- Teach 20 credit hours of practical culinary courses per semester.
- Continuously update course materials to reflect industry trends.
- Mentor students, support their academic and professional development.
- Contribute to curriculum development, assessment, and accreditation.
- Engage in departmental committees and administrative responsibilities.
- Fulfill additional duties as assigned by the department chair or dean.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate degree or higher in French Contemporary Cuisine or a related field.
- At least 10 years of experience teaching or working as a Chef in French or Western fine dining.
- Proficient in English for instruction.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience as Sous Chef or higher in a fine dining restaurant.
Tentative Courses
Courses may include, but are not limited to:
- Culinary Skills 3
- Culinary Production 3
- Commissary
Note: Final course assignments depend on departmental needs.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: Competitive, based on education and experience
- Housing: Faculty housing (subject to availability)
- Flight Reimbursement: For international relocation to Korea
- Settlement Allowance: KRW 100,000/day (up to 15 days) for early arrivals
- Paid Vacation: 20 working days annually
- Health Insurance: Coverage under Korea’s national plan
- Retirement Pension: Private Korean Teachers Pension (approx. 9% contribution)
How to Apply
- Submit the application form via the [Apply Now] button.
- Check your email to verify your submission (sent via Adobe Acrobat).
- Email the following documents (in English) to:
📧 humanresources@live.wsu.ac.kr- Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
- Scanned copies of degrees and transcripts
- Employment verification documents (official letterhead, signed, with dates)
- Any academic publications from the past 3 years (if applicable)
Important Notes
- Only one application per candidate is allowed during the current recruitment cycle.
- This position is open to non-Korean foreign nationals only. Korean citizens should refer to the university’s main website for other openings.
Institution: Woosong University
Campus Address: 171 Dongdaejeon-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon, South Korea
Job Fields: Culinary Arts, Nutrition, Food Science
For more information about Woosong University and the Sol International School, please visit https://www.wsu.ac.kr.
