Location: Schenectady, NY Category: Professional Posted On: Thu Feb 19 2026 Job Description:

SUNY Schenectady invites applications for the position of Dean of Hotel, Culinary Arts, Tourism, and Business (HCAT). Reporting to the Vice President of Academic Affairs, the Dean is responsible for the management of the division, the culinary facilities and the culinary and banquet events. The Dean supervises and evaluates faculty in the areas of Hospitality, Tourism, Culinary Arts, and Business, and oversees the administration of bargaining agreements and personnel administration regarding faculty. The Dean will be an integral part of the management of the Office of Academic Affairs and will be expected to be a strategic and innovative thinker who can lead the division in today's changing industry and academic world. The candidate will formulate schedules, budgets, and policies within Academic Affairs. In addition, the Dean will oversee HCAT's six public-facing operations: Casola Dining Room, Pane e Dolce, the Confections Lab, the Boucherie, Banquets & Catering, Mobile Food Service, as well as all additional pop-up and one-off events. This position has supervisory responsibility for full-time and adjunct faculty, coordinators, technical specialists, and professional support staff.

Responsibilities:

Assist the Division of Academic Affairs in formulating policies

Be well versed in American Culinary Foundation (ACF) requirements and standards of accreditation

Build a team among full-time and adjunct faculty, as well as run divisional meetings.

Supervise HCAT culinary facilities, including kitchens, the Casola Dining Room, and dedicated HCAT work areas

Recruit full-time and adjunct faculty, as well as the HCAT's purchasing department

Administer the bargaining agreements and personnel administration regarding faculty and support staff

Maintain and develop plans for faculty professional development including the implementation and updating of annual faculty development activities, improvement of teaching and research interests

Coordinate and implement and orientation for full-time and adjunct faculty

Lead and coordinate assignment of staff to participate in mandatory departmental activities to include program reviews, course outline updates, program updates and assessment activities

Plan and manage the assignment and coordination of faculty active participation in college committees

Be a community builder and conduct outreach to industry to collaborate on programs and student and faculty opportunities

Lead program development, program assessment, articulation agreements and manage the academic plan for the division

Schedule of all division courses in collaboration with the VPAA

Plan and collaborate with SUNY Schenectady College in the High School

Participate in student orientations, open houses, and information nights

Oversee and manage dispute resolution between students and divisional faculty

Lead the development and maintenance of annual department budget

Oversee, and grow, revenue-generating enterprises.

Provide leadership and oversee program accreditation

Lead in project planning for facilities, equipment and staffing needs based on strategic initiatives

Implement and manage an analysis of programs and staffing needs

Serve as the Evening Administrator at least one week per semester

Collaborate with VP to determine cost effectiveness of program/section offerings

Coordinate all divisional advisory committees

Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, Baking & Pastry, Tourism, or a related Culinary or Hospitality field

Substantial teaching experience, preferably in a community college setting

Evidence of progressive leadership experience in higher education or industry

Demonstrated experience with the development and management of complex budgets

Demonstrated experience with academic assessment

Evidence of entrepreneurial experience or management of related operations in the field

Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Doctorate in a related field

ACF accreditation as Certified Chef Educator, Certified Executive Chef and/or Certified Culinary Administrator.

ServSafe Manager (or equivalent) preferred

Condition of Employment:

Employees who do not hold an active American Culinary Federation (ACF) certification at the time of hire are required to obtain certification within three (3) years of their start date.

Special Information:

VISA sponsorship is not available for this position

Offers of employment will be conditional based on the successful completion of a background check and verification of official college transcripts and/or certifications.

Additional Information:

Salary: $76,000

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

As a full-time team member, you will have access to a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, professional growth, and work-life balance:

Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical, dental, and vision plans to ensure the well-being of you and your family.

Flexible Retirement Plans - Options to select the retirement system that best aligns with your goals, plus access to a deferred compensation plan to enhance your long-term savings.

Professional Growth & Development - Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement through a variety of professional development programs.

Family-Friendly Support - Access to on-site childcare providers (subject to availability) to help ease the demands of balancing work and family life.

Wellness Initiatives - Discounted YMCA memberships and participation in wellness events to promote physical and mental health.

Additional Employee Perks - A range of exclusive discounts and benefits designed to enrich both your personal and professional life.

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