Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Benefits
Health Insurance
Retirement benefits
Paid Time Off
Educational opportunities
professional development training
Faculty support resources
Community Involvement Programs
Job Description
Kendall College at National Louis University is a prestigious institution located in Chicago, recognized as a premier destination for aspiring professionals in the hospitality industry. With its ideal placement in a city known worldwide as a hospitality capital, the college emphasizes hands-on learning experiences in state-of-the-art facilities. These facilities include commercial-grade kitchens and a living restaurant classroom, providing students a real-world environment where they develop skills in culinary arts, baking, hotel management, and tourism. Kendall College prides itself on blending academic rigor with practical application, preparing students to excel in various hospitality sectors. The college fosters an environment that champions... Show More
Job Requirements
- Associate's degree or minimum of 10 years culinary field experience in various restaurants in management role required
- At least 2 years teaching experience in higher Education
- Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively in a diverse campus community
- Willingness to participate in administrative responsibilities including assessment faculty development and outreach
- Ability to use a diverse range of technology-based teaching strategies
- Ability to maintain a professional teaching environment aligned with industry standards
- Ability to manage operational duties related to running a restaurant
- Commitment to National Louis University's mission and values
- Ability to engage in community service activities and external engagement
Job Qualifications
- Associate's degree or minimum of 10 years culinary field experience in management role required
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- At least 2 years teaching experience in higher education
- ServSafe and Bassett certifications preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience with technology-based instructional methods
- Ability to mentor and support diverse student populations
- Familiarity with front of house operations and fine dining service
- Commitment to diversity equity and inclusion
- Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues
Job Duties
- Instruct students in fine dining service standards including table settings wine service etiquette and guest interaction
- Oversee student-run dining room experiences and events ensuring quality service and professionalism
- Collaborate with culinary instructors to coordinate seamless front- and back-of-house operations
- Mentor students in hospitality principles service leadership and teamwork
- Maintain a professional real-world learning environment aligned with industry standards
- Manage operational duties in running a restaurant such as inventory sales reports social media and promotion
- Provide full-time presence on campus during teaching days and maintain set office hours
- Offer student support in learning through office hours tutorial assistance coaching and career and academic advice
- Develop and update coursework in collaboration with college dean and program director
- Participate in community service including committee memberships Senate meetings and faculty development initiatives
- Assist in hiring and training adjunct faculty
- Attend key school events including graduation ceremonies university community meetings and professional development training
- Represent the program and college through industry consulting academic publishing media citations and attendance at conferences
- Engage in administrative planning and goal attainment aligned with institutional timelines
- Build and maintain partnerships with external organizations and advisory councils to support curriculum and work-based learning
- Support enrollment growth initiatives and develop partnerships with feeder institutions
- Collaborate with Career Bridge department to expand employer networks for internships and jobs
- Plan and execute long-term goals with resource allocation and milestone setting
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