Culinary Lab Operations Specialist

Central New Mexico Community College; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Central New Mexico Community College is seeking a Culinary and/or Beverage Operations Specialist to support daily culinary labs and events in Albuquerque. You will ensure labs are prepared, equipment is maintained, and SOPs are created to support instruction and program activities.

The role requires attention to detail, proactive problem solving, and the ability to manage inventory, train staff, and coordinate with vendors while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and 2 years of related experience or high school diploma with 4 years of related experience.
• Credentials in Culinary Arts, Baking & Pastry, Brewing & Beverage Management or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, run, and clean labs for courses and events, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Provide lab equipment demonstrations and support instructors with exercises.
• Administer lab space usage and maintain inventory using FIFO procedures.
• Offer professional development and training to faculty on culinary equipment usage.
• Conduct tours for recruitment and participate in community outreach activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proactive problem solving

Customer service orientation

Education

Associate’s degree

High School Diploma

Job description

Central New Mexico Community College is seeking a Culinary and/or Beverage Operations Specialist to support daily culinary labs and events in Albuquerque. You will ensure labs are prepared, equipment is maintained, and SOPs are created to support instruction and program activities.

The role requires attention to detail, proactive problem solving, and the ability to manage inventory, train staff, and coordinate with vendors while maintaining regulatory compliance.