Culinary Arts Lab Assistant (Part-Time)

Del Mar College; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Del Mar College is seeking an Instructional Assistant for the Culinary Arts pool to support lab-based courses in the Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management programs. The role focuses on assisting lead instructors, preparing materials, and demonstrating culinary techniques aligned with course outcomes.

The position requires knowledge of kitchen equipment, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with students and staff.

Qualifications

• The candidate must have three years of related work experience or have completed at least 45 credit hours in an associate-level culinary program or closely related degree.
• Current Food Manager or ServSafe Manager certification or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.
• Strong knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment and food safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead instructors in the preparation and delivery of lab-based culinary arts courses.
• Develop course materials, assessments, demonstrations, and instructional aids; perform cooking demonstrations.
• Provide individualized support to students to reinforce learning objectives and skill development.
• Supervise students in lab settings, ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation standards.
• Assist in maintaining kitchen labs and classrooms, ensuring they are clean, organized, and stocked.
• Prepare requisitions and food orders with faculty to procure ingredients and supplies for labs.

Skills

Three years related work experience

45 credit hours in culinary program

Strong knowledge of kitchen equipment/

Education

Associate degree in Culinary Arts or closely related field

Job description

Del Mar College is seeking an Instructional Assistant for the Culinary Arts pool to support lab-based courses in the Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management programs. The role focuses on assisting lead instructors, preparing materials, and demonstrating culinary techniques aligned with course outcomes.

The position requires knowledge of kitchen equipment, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with students and staff.