Adjunct Faculty, Culinary Arts - Monroe Community College - Military veterans preferred

Monroe Community College

Location: Rochester, NY Category: Adjunct Posted On: Mon Dec 23 2024 Job Description:

Function of Position:

Culinary adjunct faculty members report to the Chairperson of the Hospitality Department and the Adjunct Coordinator for their discipline. Culinary Arts adjunct faculty teach department courses in culinary arts and/or hospitality and evaluate student performance per guidelines set by the department and Monroe Community College. Culinary Arts adjunct faculty are responsible for preparing lesson plans, creating appropriate teaching aids and providing students with instructional materials, hands-on demonstrations and activities during class. Courses in the department may be assigned at the Brighton Campus. Day or evening courses may be assigned. Culinary Arts adjunct faculty must maintain accurate records on students and submit pertinent data to the department and/or the College, including, but not limited to, attendance information, course information sheets, final exams/practical, and final grades. The successful candidate will bring a passion for teaching and a desire to support and mentor MCC students as they pursue educational and career goals.

Primary Functions:

• Instructs in both lecture and laboratory courses in the Hospitality Department.
• Demonstrates and maintains current subject knowledge in Baking and Pastry Arts and/or Culinary Arts.
• Teaches courses and evaluates student performance in Baking and Pastry Arts and/or Culinary Arts as per guidelines set by the Hospitality department and Monroe Community College.
• Teaches course(s)/section(s) each term, as outlined by the contract and as available.
• Evaluates student performance in the Hospitality Department as per guidelines set by the department and Monroe Community College.
• Prepares lesson plans and creates instructional materials and activities for student engagement.
• Establishes and maintains a supportive and engaging classroom environment.
• Prepares Course Information Sheet/Syllabus/Outline in accordance with department and College guidelines.
• Maintains student attendance records, grades, and other records required by the College.
• Assists in coordinating Food Service experiences.
• Responsible for maintaining technological competencies utilized by the College.

Secondary Functions:

• Assists with department curriculum review, revision, and development.
• Engages in professional development and technological upgrading activities.
• Assists department with student recruitment and retention.
• 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.

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Earned Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Food Service or related field from a regionally accredited higher education institution, or meet the qualifications of an ACF Certified Sous Chef (CSC) level.
• Ability to teach hands-on Culinary Arts and/or Baking & Pastry Arts courses within the Hospitality department.
• Minimum of three years of teaching or training experience.
• Minimum of three years of practical employment experience in the Culinary Arts/Food Service/Hospitality industry.
• Thorough knowledge of the Food Service Industry with the ability to effectively teach a variety of Food Service Management courses and Culinary Arts laboratories.
• Effective communication skills, both orally and written.
• Awareness 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 positive manner with prospective, former, and current students, clients, suppliers, and the community we serve.
• Commitment to continued professional growth and development.
• ServSafe Certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Earned Master's degree in hospitality, business, education, or related field from a regionally accredited higher education institution.
• High school or college level teaching/training experience.
• Professional affiliations in the Food Service Industry with sufficient contacts for intern and post graduate placement.
• Knowledge of, or experience in, implementing a variety of teaching strategies.
• Familiar with computer systems, i.e. MS Office/Teams, Learning Management Systems such as Brightspace.

Pay Rate for Fall 2024 & Spring 2025: Determined on adjunct rank and ranges from $1,181 - $1,441 per contact hour.

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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Monroe Community College is seeking a pool of qualified applicants for possible temporary part-time faculty teaching assignments. These positions are filled on an as needed basis and are on-going recruitment efforts. Adjunct pools are open continuously and applicants are contacted/hired year-round for assignments based on college needs. Those applicants that are selected to move forward with the recruitment process will be contacted to set up an interview.

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