The Culinary Institute of America · 19 hours ago
Beverage & Customer Service Adjunct
St. Helena, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expThe Culinary Institute of America is an esteemed educational institution seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for their Beverage & Customer Service course. The role involves teaching students about exceptional hospitality, beverage service, and customer interaction while maintaining high standards of professionalism and academic integrity.
CookingEducationNon Profit
Responsibilities
Prepares daily lesson plans for classes and teaches classes as requested and scheduled, in a manner consistent with the philosophy, policies, and guidelines of the Institute
Works individually as an advisor for students who may need extra help, who have questions about course information, who want career guidance, or who 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
Evaluates and document student performance using established methods and criteria
Submits course grades promptly within the timeframe specified by College policy
Compiles and presents instructional material at scheduled times and places in accordance with the College Catalog descriptions, course syllabi and outlines and class schedules as assigned
Utilizes the established syllabus and textbook(s) for the course being taught
Maintains record of student attendance, student progress, and grade distributions
Maintains discipline and order during instructional activities
Supervises students in delivering quality service according to College guidelines
Enforces sanitation principles (appropriate to teaching assignment), attendance policies, Institute’s Professionalism, Uniform, and Hygiene Policy, and other academic policies
Supports the mission and policies of the Institute as well as the overall strategic direction of the Education Department
Assumes responsibility for equipment and facilities of the classroom
Any and all other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Associates degree
Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in café/bakery or restaurant operations
Minimum of one (1) year of teaching experience
Experience with Micros or similar POS systems
Advanced knowledge of beverage and service operations, including coffee, tea, espresso-based beverages, beer and wine, and café service techniques
Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills; ability to be adaptable, dependable and handle multiple priorities simultaneously
Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in handling sensitive student issues with confidentiality and discretion
Excellent written, verbal communication, and presentation skills required
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
Must have an excellent and welcoming presence in front of guests and employees. Moderate to strong presentation skills are required
Preferred
Bachelors degree
One (1) year college-level teaching experience
Experience with Moodle preferred
Company
The Culinary Institute of America
As the thought leader for the food world, the CIA develops and delivers vital initiatives through strong partnerships with education and industry leaders such as Harvard, Stanford, MIT, Marriott, Compass Group, and Hestan.
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