Adjunct Faculty, Hospitality Management

Search Number PJ # 5004B Title Adjunct Faculty, Hospitality Management Category Part-Time Faculty Department Hospitality Management About The Position:

The School of Business & Economics is internationally accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). We offer students a broad-based education with a global perspective and emphasis on experiential learning. The Hospitality Management department prepares students for careers as modern day business professionals and has a need for Adjunct Lecturers beginning in the Fall 2019 semester. The course coverage needed includes Food and Restaurant Operations.

The Food Operations Adjunct Lecturer will be responsible for instructing undergraduate level students in the area of food safety, sanitation, and basic cookery skills as well as various types of food service operations. Working closely with students in a laboratory environment to ensure proper management practices in a food service environment and acclimating students with different types of cuisine. This class meets Tuesdays from 8:00am-12:15pm.

The Restaurant Operations Adjunct Lecturer, in conjunction with another instructor, will be responsible for operating the food production component of the Thursday dinner lab at Samuel D's Restaurant including menu planning and procurement of the necessary products for the lab each week. Working closely with students in a laboratory environment to ensure proper management practices in operating a restaurant. Instructing students on the various types of food service operations, acclimating students with different types of cuisines and service styles associated with modern day restaurant and food service operations.

This class meets Thursdays from 2:00pm-9:30pm.

The vita bank exists to provide a pool of candidates who might be available to fill anticipated positions as needed. As an institution that delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners, the successful candidate must demonstrate an understanding of and sensitivity to diversity and gender issues. The successful candidate may be asked to teach courses in a distance learning format.

Required Qualifications:

* Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management or related field

* Three years of related industry experience

* Excellent communication skills

* Commitment to excellence in teaching and service in an institution dedicated primarily to undergraduate education

* A demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegially with faculty, staff and administrators

Preferred Qualifications:

* Masters Degree in Hospitality Management or related field

Salary (Applicant View) About Our University

The College's 256-acre campus sits on the edge of the city's downtown area. Plattsburgh is home to a variety of arts and cultural venues, including the nearly 100-year-old Strand Theatre. Our active waterfront location features a small town feel combined with the advantages and opportunities of a larger urban center. The Plattsburgh area offers excellent schools, a vast health network and elder care services, along with wide retail offerings.

It is an emerging home to microbreweries, wineries, community supported agriculture and more. The campus is within easy traveling distance to Montreal, Quebec;
Lake Placid, N.Y.; and Burlington, V.T.

Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes To receive full consideration, supply all requested documents by:
Special Instructions to Applicants

Review of application materials occurs on a periodic basis. Qualified applicants may be kept on file for future opportunities. Please submit a cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for 3 current references. Additional information may be requested. Official transcripts from an accredited institution will be required prior to employment.

EEO Statement

SUNY Plattsburgh is an equal opportunity employer, committed to excellence through diversity. As an equal opportunity employer and a government contractor subject to VEVRAA, SUNY Plattsburgh complies with hiring regulations regarding sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, age and veteran status.