Intro to Hospitality Adjunct

The hiring rate for this position is as follows: Base rate is $1,922; rate with Master’s Degree is $2,114; rate with Master’s Degree and two (2) years of college-level teaching experience is $2,306.  Hiring offers will be determined based on the final candidate’s education and relevant experience.  The recruiter can share more information about what the anticipated hiring salary would be based upon your specific qualifications during the selection process. 

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HOSP-210: Introduction to Hospitality and Customer Service - 1.5 credits

This course introduces students to the art of food and beverage service. Students will learn about equipment and use of equipment related to several styles of service, proper dress and sanitation, organization, and responsibilities within the dining room. They also receive an introduction to the Micros point of sale system used in all of the public restaurants at The Culinary Institute of America. The course provides students with a quality level of understanding and skill with respect to service techniques, effective merchandising, guest relations, and sales management.

POSITION SUMMARY 

Culinary Institute of America Adjunct Faculty members are responsible for instructing students in a designated course of study with a high standard of professionalism.  The responsibilities of the Adjunct Faculty in the Food Business School include preparing instructional materials and using the Learning Management System (LMS), for instructing, and evaluating students.  Adjunct Faculty members also maintain office hours and assist students who are having difficulty with their studies while following college policies.  

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Prepares daily lesson plans for classes and teaches classes as requested and in a manner consistent with the philosophy, policies, and guidelines of the Institute.  Utilize the established syllabus and textbook(s) for the courses being taught to prepare all lesson plans. 
• Works individually as an informal faculty advisor for students who may need extra help, have questions about course information, want career guidance, or need assistance in their studies. 
• Provides regular and constructive feedback to students in an objective, consistent, and timely manner; evaluates and documents student performance using established methods and criteria; files course grades consistently and without prejudice in the specific timeframe allowed. 
• Evaluates and documents student performance using established methods and criteria. 
• Compiles and posts instructional materials in accordance with the College Catalog descriptions, course syllabi and outlines, and class schedules as assigned.  This may include compiling and presenting instructional material in an online environment and designing the online course environment to meet the learning objectives for the course.   
• Compiles and submits assigned assessment data for review. 
• Maintains and regularly submits record of student attendance, student progress, and grades, as well as records of online student participation during online classes. 
• Actively uses CIA Cares to report excessive absences, poor course performance, praises and kudos, as well as process failures due to absences.  
• Maintains classroom discipline and order during instructional activities. 
• Enforces sanitation principles (appropriate to particular teaching assignment), attendance policies, Institute’s Professionalism, Uniform, and Hygiene Policy, and other academic policies. 
• Assumes responsibility for equipment and facilities of the classroom, if applicable. 
• Any and all other duties as assigned. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

Education: 

• Masters Degree in related field, or Bachelors degree in Hospitality or related area and minimum of six (6) to eight (8) years of work experience in the related topic area.

Experience: 

• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of work experience in the related topic area. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• PhD in a related field. 
• Minimum of one (1) year college level teaching experience. 
• Previous experience with Moodle or similar education software. 

 REQUIRED SKILLS 

• Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in handling sensitive student issues with confidentiality and discretion. 
• Excellent written, verbal communication, and presentation skills.  
• Strong computer experience, which must include abilities to work effectively with MS Office suite products, i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint.  
• Strong customer service skills. 
• Exceptional organizational skills.  
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment and maintain collaborative relationships with all members of faculty and administration. 
• Professional and welcoming presence in front of students, guests, and employees.   

 WORKING CONDITIONS 

• Must be available to work nights and weekends as required due to business needs. 
• Regular work may require a great deal of sitting and/ or standing for extended periods. 

Salary : $1,922 - $2,306