Culinary Lab Assistant: Hands-On Teaching & Kitchen Support

Joliet Junior College; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Non-Union Support Staff benefits

Flexible hours

Part-time schedule

Job summary

Joliet Junior College is seeking a part-time Culinary Lab Assistant in Joliet, Illinois. In this role, you will assist instructional faculty and students in the Culinary Arts Management Program. Responsibilities include supporting lab operations, monitoring students, and ensuring adherence to safety standards. Ideal candidates should possess prior culinary lab experience and effective communication skills. The position offers non-union support benefits and requires flexible hours during scheduled lab times.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, and foodservice staff.
• Self-motivated, patient, and responsible.
• Demonstrated commitment to values of respect and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with menu production and monitor quality.
• Ensure students follow recipes and safety practices.
• Inventory products and prepare orders for each class.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Cultural competence

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Education

One year of culinary arts lab work

FSSMC sanitation license

Job description

Joliet Junior College is seeking a part-time Culinary Lab Assistant in Joliet, Illinois. In this role, you will assist instructional faculty and students in the Culinary Arts Management Program. Responsibilities include supporting lab operations, monitoring students, and ensuring adherence to safety standards. Ideal candidates should possess prior culinary lab experience and effective communication skills. The position offers non-union support benefits and requires flexible hours during scheduled lab times.