Beverage & Brewery Operations Instructor (Part-Time)

City and County of Denver; Denver, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 1,699,000 - 2,083,000; Part time

Job summary

Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) invites applications for temporary, part-time affiliate faculty in the School of Hospitality. Teaching opportunities cover Wine Fundamentals, Beer and Spirits, Enology, and related topics, with in-person or online delivery and academic support for students.

Qualified candidates hold a Master’s or a Bachelor’s in hospitality with extensive professional experience, plus supervisory background.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in hospitality or a related field OR Bachelor’s degree in hospitality with substantial professional experience (≥10 years).
• Substantial supervisory experience.
• Nationally recognized certificates such as Sommelier or Cicerone are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach 3+ credit hours per term with in-person or online delivery.
• Prepare course materials and lesson plans, grade student work, and provide robust feedback.
• Provide online or in-person academic support and ensure alignment with syllabus and course objectives.
• Adapt to new modes of instruction and support a diverse student population.

Education

Master’s degree in hospitality or related field

Bachelor’s degree in hospitality-related discipline with substantial professional experience

Job description

Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) invites applications for temporary, part-time affiliate faculty in the School of Hospitality. Teaching opportunities cover Wine Fundamentals, Beer and Spirits, Enology, and related topics, with in-person or online delivery and academic support for students.

Qualified candidates hold a Master’s or a Bachelor’s in hospitality with extensive professional experience, plus supervisory background.