Cuisinart Center for Culinary Excellence
Powered by Purpose
Each one of us — students and employees — has come to JWU with a purpose. A purpose to excel, to contribute and to follow our passions and meet our goals. Our university is composed of highly dedicated employees who share a wide spectrum of skills, abilities and talents. With a history that spans over 100 years, JWU provides students with an exceptional blend of traditional and experiential education.
JWU’s Strategic Plan
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You Belong Here
Embracing diversity for a richly inclusive community is a Guiding Principle at JWU. Our students, faculty and staff have varied backgrounds that strengthen our community and contribute to our success. We are committed to enhancing the diversity of our workforce teams, and we welcome individuals of all perspectives and life experiences to apply.
Johnson & Wales University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.
Bridge for Diversity, Equity and Social Justice
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Focus of Responsibilities
- Demonstrates specialized knowledge and maintains expertise in the theory, skills, and pedagogy of the applicable discipline or profession
- Uses strategies and skills necessary to support student learning and prepares and delivers current and relevant course material in an understandable and motivating manner
- Continually assesses course objectives and instructional methods to improve teaching and learning
- Uses formative and summative assessments of student learning within assigned courses to inform instruction and improve student attainment of course objectives and program outcomes
- Establishes a student and advisor relationship that provides guidance with regard to program choices and career possibilities and supports student educational growth through guided decision making
- Supports the university's outcomes initiatives by working to refine and revise course assignments and evaluation tools and leading or participating in data analysis discussions to make program and course improvements
- Facilitates development and revision of programs and courses, assuring alignment within the program description and outcomes, course objectives and content, as well as university curriculum standards
- Attends commencement, convocation, faculty meetings, department meetings, committee meetings, professional development programs, and other university events, as applicable
- Supports student enrollment and retention by participating in university events, advising student clubs and organizations, and assisting with admissions activities
- Adheres to and fulfills the responsibilities of all faculty members as outlined in the faculty manual
- Performs other duties as assigned
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What You’ll Bring Here
(Required Qualifications)
- Minimum of a master's degree within the nutrition, dietetics, or other related discipline from a regionally accredited institution of higher education or other appropriate accreditation as determined by JWU
- Registered dietician (RD) or ability to obtain a registered dietician certification by May 2021
- Current food safety manager credential recognized by the Conference for Food Protection
- Successful candidates must be committed to working effectively with diverse student populations
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Helpful Experience/Skills
- Two or more years of post-secondary culinary arts laboratory teaching experience
- Three or more years of professional culinary arts/hospitality industry supervisory work experience
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JWU’s Valued Benefits
- Health, Dental & Life Insurance
- Holiday Pay
- Paid Vacation & Sick Time
- 401K Retirement Savings Plan
- Educational Assistance Benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Disability Insurance
- Community Resource Groups – New intro section (expand) or You Belong here Section
- Free Parking for Employees
* Participation in any benefit program is subject to meeting eligibility criteria. The university reserves the right to modify, amend or terminate its benefit programs as they apply to all current and former employees.
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Additional Information You Should Know
This is a full-time, campus-based position located in Providence, RI.
Qualified candidates must live or relocate within a daily commuting distance of the Providence Campus location.
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More About JWU
Founded in 1914, Johnson & Wales University is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution with more than 8,000 graduate, undergraduate and online students at its campuses in Providence, Rhode Island and Charlotte, North Carolina. An innovative educational leader, the university offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in arts and sciences, business, engineering, food innovation, hospitality, nutrition, health and wellness. It also offers undergraduate programs in culinary arts, dietetics and design. JWU’s unique model provides students with the personalized attention, academic expertise and industry connections that inspire professional success and personal growth. The time students spend at JWU is nothing short of transformative, as demonstrated by career outcomes, expected earnings and economic mobility rankings. The university’s impact is global, with alumni in 128 countries pursuing careers worldwide. For more information, visit jwu.edu.
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