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Job Description
Company Description:
Monroe Community College is a unit of the State University of New York (SUNY) and is one of only nineteen community colleges across North America selected for board membership in the League for Innovation in the Community College. Founded in 1961, MCC prides itself on providing an affordable, quality education for more than 8,500 students in the Rochester area. MCC is a large institution offering over 100 programs across two main campuses, two specialized centers, and various community sites. Monroe Community College expects and upholds equity, inclusion, and a sense of belonging in our educational programs, policies, campus life, employment, and community involvement. We believe diversity enriches our lives and leads to understanding and appreciating our differences and commonalities. To achieve academic and institutional excellence, we actively recruit, engage, and retain students, faculty, staff, and community partners who represent the diversity of our region, nation, and world. MCC embraces inclusion and diversity, offering activities and programs to enhance the personal and professional development of faculty, staff, and students. The College welcomes candidates committed to MCC's mission of access, academic excellence, and a desire to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
Job Description:
Function of Position:
This full-time Culinary/Hospitality position is responsible for preparing and teaching courses in hospitality, culinary, and restaurant management, developing new educational materials, assisting with curriculum review and assessment, performing professional duties, and participating in departmental and institutional functions, including department meetings and committee work. Full-time faculty are responsible for maintaining accurate student records, holding office hours, and performing administrative and professional duties. Full-time faculty report to the chairperson of the Hospitality Department. Academic departments are led by a peer who serves as a department chair for a three-year term. Faculty are in the pool from which the chair is appointed. Faculty are responsible for preparing and teaching courses in the department and will be assigned to the Brighton Campus. Faculty may be expected to teach at another campus, extension site, or in an online, remote, and/or hybrid modality. The successful candidate will bring expertise in hospitality, culinary, and food service management to MCC. •This is a temporary position that may be renewed annually, contingent upon the availability of the college budget and performance reviews. This position is eligible for paid time off and benefits.
Examples of Duties & Responsibilities:
Primary Functions:
Instruct in both lecture and laboratory courses in the Hospitality department. Evaluate student performance in the Hospitality department as per guidelines set by the department and Monroe Community College. Demonstrates and maintains current subject area knowledge. Teaches multiple courses/sections each term, as outlined by the contract. Prepares lesson plans and creates instructional materials and activities for student engagement. Prepares Course Information Sheet/Syllabus/Outlines in accordance with department and College guidelines. Establishes and maintains an engaging and supportive classroom environment. Maintains student attendance records, grades, and other records according to department and College guidelines and submits them in a timely manner. Maintains office hours according to contractual guidelines in order to support student learning. Advises students concerning academic, career, and related issues according to contractual guidelines. Attends departmental functions when requested. Assists in coordinating hospitality service, tourism, and food service experiences. Assists the department with student retention and completion initiatives. Develops innovative teaching pedagogies to facilitate learning. Incorporates high-impact teaching practices into course design. Attends department meetings as a contributing member. Actively engages in pedagogical and academic discipline professional development. Assists the department in faculty recruitment and peer evaluation. Assists in the development of grant proposals and implementation of grant projects. Works independently and in a team setting, demonstrating excellent time management skills to prioritize workflow and multitask. Performs other duties and responsibilities assigned by the department chair and may be assigned courses at any MCC campus or extension site location.
Secondary Functions:
Assists with development, review, and revision of department curriculum, including assessment of student learning and program review. Engages in professional development and technological upgrading activities. Assists the department with student recruitment and retention. Contributes to the College through Division, department, and College committees. Actively participates in related professional development activities and organizations. Maintains professional relationships with local colleagues at both high school and college levels. Performs additional duties as assigned by the department chair.
MCC Expectations:
Adheres to the College Code of Conduct. Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment. Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College. Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college. Commits to professional growth. which includes seeking ongoing training in diversity, equity, and inclusion to better serve students.
Requirements:
Required Qualifications:
Earned bachelor's degree or higher in hospitality, culinary, or related field from a regionally-accredited higher education institution. Practical employment experience in the hospitality and/or food service industry. Experience in hospitality/culinary education. Teaching/training experience. Thorough knowledge of the hospitality and food service industry with the ability to effectively teach a variety of hospitality and culinary courses, and a restaurant laboratory. Ability to teach courses within the department. Commitment to supporting an inclusive campus environment. Evidence of respect for and understanding of people with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and needs. Proven ability to work as an enthusiastic team member. Ability and willingness to represent the College and the department in the most productive manner with prospective, former, and current students, clients, suppliers, and the community we serve. Evidence of commitment to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college. Evidence of proficiency with technology. Commitment to continued professional growth and development. Evidence of effective communication (interpersonal, speaking, and writing) skills. ServSafe certified.
Preferred Qualifications:
Earned master's degree in hospitality, culinary, education, business, or related field from a regionally accredited higher education institution. American Culinary Federation certification, such as certified sous chef, certified executive chef, or certified culinary educator. Professional affiliations in the hospitality or culinary industry with significant contacts for intern and post-graduate placement. Familiar with computer systems, such as Microsoft Office, Banner, Degree Works, and Learning Management Systems. Teaching experience. Knowledge of, or experience in, implementing a variety of teaching strategies. Awareness of the potential value of technology as a tool for teaching. Experience with computerized student record management. Bilingual and able to read, write, and speak Spanish or other languages proficiently.
Additional Information:
Salary:
Salary is determined based on experience, internal equity, and college budget. This position has a range of $55,000 to $63,860 and is based on these mentioned factors. MCC offers a Flexible Work Policy for benefit-eligible employees. Types of flexible work arrangements include flextime/staggered shifts, remote work/telecommuting, and compressed work schedules. The availability of flexible work arrangements varies by division, department, and position, based on business and operational needs. Limitations to flexible work arrangements are outlined in the official policy.
Prohibition of Remote Work Outside New York State :
Remote work locations outside New York State are not authorized by the College due to out-of-state tax and regulatory implications. In limited circumstances, prompted by business or operational needs, the College may approve requests to work remotely outside of New York State, on a short term, temporary basis. Monroe Community College prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, familial status, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence, victim status, criminal conviction, or any other characteristic or status protected by state or federal laws or College policy in admissions, employment, and treatment of students and employees, or in any aspect of the business of the College.
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Please note:
As part of the application process, all applicants will be asked to provide the contact information for 3 professional references. References will only be contacted after interviews have occurred and only for applicants who are considered as finalists for the opportunity they applied to.
