Entrepreneur and Culinary Science Center Director

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Dover (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. seeks an Entrepreneur and Culinary Science Center Director to lead programming that supports small business growth. This role involves collaboration with community partners like the Chamber of Commerce, and includes managing entrepreneurial facilities to generate revenue.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in business (Master's preferred) and over 5 years of related experience. Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in entrepreneurship, small business development, or program coordination.
• Strong understanding of the small business lifecycle and challenges faced by new entrepreneurs.
• Experience working with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver programming in collaboration with community partners.
• Support prospective and new small business owners through mentorship.
• Manage entrepreneurial facilities to generate revenue.

Skills

Communication skills

Facilitation skills

Relationship-building skills

Event planning experience

Community engagement

Organizational skills

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database systems (Colleague, Salesforce, Elevate)

Job description

Position Title

Entrepreneur and Culinary Science Center Director

Job Summary

The Entrepreneur and Culinary Science Center Director will play a pivotal role in fostering a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem by designing and delivering impactful programming in collaboration with community partners such as the Chamber of Commerce, other economic development groups, and educational institutions. This individual will support prospective and new small business owners through mentorship, resource navigation, and program facilitation. Additionally, the director will manage the usage of entrepreneurial facilities (e.g., co‑working spaces, incubators, event venues) to generate revenue that sustains and grows the center. The Entrepreneur and Culinary Science Center Director will work collaboratively with the college community, external college partners, employers, and other members of the community to successfully promote educational programs and services within the Center for Workforce Development and CCM at large. The development of internships for degree and certificate students will be an important part of the director’s work. The individual will use independent judgement while taking the initiative in the preparation and completion of assignments while staying ahead of future programming needs. A flexible work schedule including evenings and weekends may be required as well as local travel within the community. This position reports to the Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs and Workforce Development.

Qualifications - Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, entrepreneurship, economic development, or related field (Master’s preferred).

Qualifications - Experience

5+ years of experience in entrepreneurship, small business development, or program coordination.

Qualifications - Skills

Strong understanding of the small business lifecycle and the challenges faced by new entrepreneurs. Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship‑building skills. Experience with event planning, community engagement, and/or facility management is a plus. Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for supporting others in their business journey. Experience working with diverse populations. Knowledge of resources available for students both on and off campus. Strong organizational skills. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and related programs, excellent computer skills, good phone skills, customer service skills, attention to detail, self‑motivated, good communication skills, and ability to work under pressure. Knowledge of or ability to learn variety of database systems including Colleague, Salesforce, and Elevate.

Work Hours

This position will have flexible hours with some evenings and weekends required. It is a campus‑based position.