Academic Lecturer in Food & Beverage / Hospitality Management with Strategic Curricular and Industry Leadership

The LCB Paris invites applications from highly qualified and passionate academic professionals to join its team in a pivotal role that combines academic lecturer in the areas of Food & Beverage /Hospitality management with strategic curricular and industry leadership. As curricular steward for management education, you will help shape the academic experience of the next generation of hospitality and F&B professionals — ensuring that rigorous academic preparation meets real-world industry relevance.

This position reports directly to the Academic Head/Director and plays a central role in the institution's commitment to program excellence, quality assurance, and meaningful student career integration.

YOUR ROLE AT A GLANCE

Your responsibilities will be organized across four interconnected areas, with the following approximate time allocation:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching & Student Mentorship

• Design and deliver senior-level courses in Food & Beverage and/or Hospitality Management
• Develop innovative, industry-relevant course content reflecting current corporate trends
• Provide oversight and guidance for design and deployment of academic projects, professional internship and capstone experiences
• Mentor students for career planning and facilitate student participation in industry competitions, conferences, and corporate events

Curriculum Oversight

• Lead ongoing curriculum review integrating emerging trends, technologies, and best practices
• Develop learning outcomes that balance academic rigor with applied, practical skill development
• Ensure appropriate knowledge progression across levels and alignment with industry standards
• Design assessment frameworks measuring both theoretical and competency-based achievement
• Facilitate faculty coordination to ensure curricular coherence and quality
• Ensure compliance with national quality and certification frameworks, including

Industry Partnership Development

• Identify, cultivate, and maintain strategic relationships with hospitality industry partners (hotels, restaurants, food service organizations, and related businesses) including creating & coordinating an “Industry Advisory Board”.
• Engage partners in the validation and co-construction of learning objectives and competency frameworks
• Lead internship program oversight: placement quality, evaluation standards, and pre/post internship programming
• Represent the institution at corporate events, conferences, and networking functions to enhance employability of students

Career Integration & Student Success

• Oversee career readiness programming, career fairs, employer recruitment activities, and professional development initiatives
• Track and analyze graduate employment outcomes and report on career integration metrics
• Support ongoing alumni engagement to advance career development

WHO YOU ARE

Education

• At minimum a Master's degree in Food & Beverage Management, Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Tourism Management, or a closely related field

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of higher education teaching experience at college/university level
• Curriculum development or academic program management experience
• Demonstrated professional experience in the hospitality industry
• Proven record of building industry partnerships and securing internship placements

Knowledge & Skills

• Deep knowledge of hospitality industry trends, operations, and career pathways
• Established professional network across the hospitality sector
• Expertise in curriculum design, learning outcomes development, and assessment
• Understanding of current and emerging hospitality technologies and practices
• Familiarity with national academic quality assurance frameworks
• Proficiency in educational technology and innovative pedagogical methods

Leadership & Interpersonal Qualities

• Executive presence with the ability to engage and inspire senior industry stakeholders
• Entrepreneurial mindset — proactive in identifying and pursuing partnership opportunities
• Collaborative leadership style with strong cross-departmental coordination skills
• Excellent project management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities

Languages

• English: Excellent written and verbal proficiency (required)
• French: Professional working level (strongly preferred)

Personal Attributes

• Genuinely student-centered in approach and values
• Adaptable and responsive to evolving industry and educational environments
• Entrepreneurial mindset — proactive in identifying and pursuing partnership opportunities
• Collaborative leadership style with strong cross-departmental coordination skills

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Location: Paris, France — full-time, on-site
• Schedule: Standard institutional hours, with flexibility for evening classes, industry events, and occasional weekend activities
• Travel: Regular local travel for partner visits and site inspections; occasional domestic and international travel for conferences and professional development

WHY JOIN US?

At the LCB-P, you will work within a dynamic, internationally oriented academic community committed to excellence in hospitality education. This role offers a rare opportunity to shape both the academic and professional futures of students, while building lasting bridges between the institution and the hospitality industry.

HOW TO APPLY

Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following:

1. A letter of motivation outlining your vision for this role
2. A current curriculum vitae
3. Contact information for three professional references

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The LCB-P is committed to academic excellence, diversity, and equal opportunity. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.