Full Job Description
Reporting to the Vice President of Academic Affairs & Chief Academic Officer and working closely with the President, Provost, and senior leadership, the Senior Dean provides strategic leadership for the CIA's academic portfolio across culinary, baking and pastry, beverage, and hospitality disciplines. The role partners with faculty through a shared governance model to uphold the CIA's academic excellence, industry engagement, and global reputation while balancing tradition with innovation. As a key institutional leader and external spokesperson, the Senior Dean ensures the college's programs remain future-focused, market-aligned, and recognized as best-in-class through strong student outcomes and evolving industry relevance. The position also oversees the deans leading food, beverage, and hospitality programs and drives collaboration across curriculum development, faculty advancement, applied research, and emerging technologies. Through these efforts, the Senior Dean helps position the CIA for long-term growth and leadership within the global food and hospitality ecosystem.
