Assistant Professor- Food & Beverage Services

Job Description

The Assistant Professor of Food & Beverage Services is responsible for delivering high-quality teaching, conducting research, and contributing to academic and industry engagement in the field of hospitality with a specialization in Food & Beverage operations. The role involves curriculum development, student mentoring, practical training, and scholarly research aligned with university standards.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Academic Duties

• Teach undergraduate courses in Food & Beverage Service, Restaurant Operations, Hospitality Operations, Beverage Studies, and Service Management
  
• Develop course outlines, lesson plans, learning materials, and assessment tools
  
• Conduct practical demonstrations and laboratory sessions in F&B service
  
• Evaluate student performance through examinations, projects, and practical assessments
  
• Mentor and advise students on academic and career development
  

Research & Scholarly Activities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research in hospitality and F&B services
  
• Publish research papers in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences
  
• Apply for research grants and participate in funded research projects
  
• Supervise student research projects, dissertations, and theses
  

Curriculum Development & Academic Service

• Contribute to curriculum design and periodic syllabus revision
  
• Participate in academic committees, accreditation, and quality assurance activities
  
• Support program reviews and compliance with regulatory bodies
  
• Engage in continuous professional development
  

Industry & Institutional Engagement

• Maintain active industry linkages with hotels, restaurants, and hospitality organizations
  
• Coordinate internships, industrial training, and industry visits
  
• Organize workshops, seminars, guest lectures, and certification programs
  
• Assist in departmental administrative and outreach activities
  

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters degree in Hospitality Management / Hotel Management / Food & Beverage Management / Tourism or a related field
  
• NET/SET/PhD as per UGC / regulatory authority norms (requirements may vary by country)
  
• Strong knowledge of Food & Beverage service operations and hospitality standards
  

Desirable

• PhD in Hospitality or related discipline
  
• Prior teaching experience at university or college level
  
• Industry experience in hotels, restaurants, or catering operations
  
• Research publications in reputed journals
  

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication and presentation skills
  
• Strong practical knowledge of F&B service styles and operations
  
• Research and academic writing proficiency
  
• Ability to use educational technology and learning management systems
  
• Leadership, teamwork, and mentoring abilities
  

Work Environment

• Classroom, training restaurants, laboratories, and research settings
  
• May involve industry interaction, student supervision, and academic events