Adjunct - Hospitality & Tourism

Working at IRSC has its perks! In addition to helping drive change, you will also have a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty.

Are you passionate about shaping the future of culinary arts and hospitality? We're on the lookout for an enthusiastic instructor to join our dynamic program at IRSC!

What You'll Do:

• Deliver engaging classroom and lab instruction that meets industry standards.

• Inspire students with hands-on demonstrations and real-world experiences.

• Maintain accurate student records and ensure compliance with certification standards.

• Collaborate with faculty to elevate our program and enrich student learning.

Why Join Us?

• Make an Impact: Foster student success and help them thrive in their careers.

• Innovative Environment: Incorporate the latest technology and teaching methods.

• Professional Growth: Participate in ongoing development and expand your expertise.

Your Qualifications:

• Strong commitment to professional ethics and student success.

• Ability to engage diverse learners and adapt to various teaching styles.

• Experience in culinary arts or hospitality education is a plus!

Ready to Elevate Our Program?

Apply today and become a key player in cultivating the next generation of culinary and hospitality professionals!

Join us in creating a vibrant learning community!

JOB SUMMARY:

Under general direction, this position performs all duties required to maintain a viable program. Responsible for effective classroom and laboratory instruction, maintaining accurate student records, and ensuring compliance with certification and industry standards. This position plays a key role in fostering student success, advancing the program's goals, and supporting a professional learning environment.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Instructional Responsibilities

• Deliver effective classroom and laboratory instruction that meets IRSC and industry standards.

• Perform instructional duties as assigned by the Vice President, Division Dean, or Department Chair.

• Meet classes on time, fully prepared, and ensure proper coverage for absences.

• Incorporate written work (i.e., papers, essays, examinations) to reinforce writing skills throughout the curriculum.

• Advise students, conduct classroom and lab instruction, and supervise on-the-job site visitations.

• Integrate technology into instructional presentations, staying current with educational tools and methods.

• Address diverse learning styles to facilitate effective learning for all students.

Program and Operational Duties

• Perform demonstrations and instruction in outreach activities to maintain student enrollment and assist with catering activities for job experience and community networking.

• Collaborate with faculty and staff to grow and advance the culinary and hospitality programs.

• Maintain accurate student records, including grades and certification agency documentation.

• Keep the learning management system (LMS) course content current and aligned with curriculum standards.

• Plan lab supplies and event needs at least two weeks in advance.

• Ensure classroom and event safety, adhering to Florida State Health Department regulations and HACCP record keeping.

Professionalism and Collaboration

• Display professional behavior at all times, maintaining high ethical standards and proper student conduct in the classroom and beyond.

• Collaborate with colleagues, supervisors, and the college community to promote a positive learning environment.

• Participate in professional development to advance personal expertise and program goals.

• Participate in department meetings, committees, and college events as needed.

• Complete other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree Hospitality School graduate or possess equivalent Hospitality Training.

• Five (5) years of hospitality experience.

• Must meet credentialing requirements of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

• Obtain the following certifications within specified timeframes:

  • ServSafe Food Protection Manager (within 30 days of employment)

  • ServSafe Certified Instructor & Proctor (within 45 days of employment)

  • ManageFirst Instructor & Proctor (within 45 days of employment)

• AHLEI Instructor & Proctor (within 30 days of employment).

• Excellent computer skills including a strong foundation in Microsoft Office.

• Proven experience in classroom instruction within hospitality.

• Ability to recognize and respond to the individual differences of students, fostering a culturally inclusive learning environment.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), OneDrive, SharePoint, and any college-prescribed software.

• Strong organizational, customer service, and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage diverse situations and varying deadlines.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, demonstrating self-motivation and flexibility.

• Ability to multitask and exercise good judgment in a fast-paced academic environment.

• Able to work independently and as a member of a dynamic team

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical requirements for this position include:

• Ability to regularly lift and or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to safely lift, hold, and carry up to 50 pounds of supplies and/or equipment needed for student training.

• Manual dexterity and balance required for demonstrating applications.

• Demonstration of appropriate skills as required by curriculum and standards.

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time, walk, bend, lift, reach with hands and arms, and stoop.

• Ability to maintain and/or troubleshoot all lab equipment in the lab.

• Ability to bend down and get on knees while performing different techniques.

• Ability to present verbal lectures/demonstrations.

• Vision abilities sufficient to include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

• Excellent Hand-Eye coordination skills required to demonstrate appropriate skills required of the program.

• Ability to travel to and pick up miscellaneous supplies from local vendors for materials for student training and make good purchasing decisions or substitutions.

• Physically demonstrate new and unique methods and materials.

• IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College.

This description is intended to indicate typical kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as declaring every specific duty and responsibility of the particular position. This job description is not intended to be a contract for employment, and the employer reserves the right to make any necessary revisions to the job description at any time without notice.