Title: Lecturer of Hospitality & Tourism

Employee Classification: Lecturer

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Col of Merch, Hosp & Tour

Department: UNT-Hospitality & Tourism-137310

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.

FTE: 1.00

Retirement Eligibility: ORP Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

The mission of the Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management is to educate the next generation of hospitality and tourism leaders who strive for excellence and embraceor diversity in a caring, innovative, and empowering community. The program offers a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management in Denton and Frisco, a Bachelor of Science in Event Design and Experience Management in Denton and Frisco, a Master of Science in Hospitality Management, a Master of Science in International Sustainable Tourism.

UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced professional faculty member to join our team in shaping the next generation of food and beverage professionals and hospitality leaders. This 9 month, full-time position plays a pivotal role in delivering high-impact instruction in front-of-the-house operations through our student-operated restaurant, the Club at Gateway, beginning Fall 2025 and beyond.

This position offers a unique opportunity to impart your extensive knowledge, passion, and industry experience of restaurant operations to enthusiastic students, preparing them for successful careers in the hospitality industry. The faculty is responsible for overseeing the student learning in front of the house operations of Club at Gateway, our student-operated restaurant.

The new hire will implement innovative teaching methods to ensure that students understand standards of excellence in food service, cost analysis, new technologies, and management practices. Candidates will need to be prepared to address their teaching philosophy in terms of communication, as it focuses on student interaction.

The faculty is responsible for course instruction primarily HGMT 3251 Restaurant Operations, and other courses as assigned for a 4/4 workload. The faculty may be required to travel off campus to monitor students and/or teach classes at lab sites in Frisco, TX.

The faculty is responsible for activities which consist of collaboration with other department and college faculty and staff especially in a coordinated effort with the faculty chef who manages back of the house courses.

The faculty will manage scheduling, cost controls, safe food handling, special events, ticket sales, money handling, and profit loss statements. The faculty will provide course instruction and monitor teaching/learning effectiveness. This includes preparation of course materials, assignments, syllabi, attendance records, grading, curricula revisions, course materials, and textbook selection and supplies.

Faculty is expected to participate in college and campus events and serve on academic or administrative committees.

Minimum Qualifications

- A Bachelor’s degree in culinary, hospitality, food science or other related field with substantial years of industry experience.

Preferred Qualifications

-Masters Degree
-Prior Teaching Experience
-Active industry engagement/membership

Required License/Registration/Certifications

-ServSafe required
-American Culinary Federation Certification preferred

Work Schedule:

varies based on assignment

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.