Culinary Support Specialist

WSU Tech; Wichita (KS); In loco; USD 19.000 - 28.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

WSU Tech is seeking a Culinary Support Specialist to assist with daily operations at the NICHE Campus Bistro, events, and Food Hall. This hands-on role emphasizes food preparation, service, baking, and collaboration with NICHE staff to deliver a welcoming experience for students, employees, guests, and the public.

You will support planning and execution of events, maintain safety and sanitation, and help run a busy coffee shop when needed.

Competenze

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree in Culinary Arts preferred.
• ServSafe Manager certification required.
• Experience in kitchen, food service, Bistro, or hospitality preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and safe food handling practices.
• Ability to operate kitchen and food service equipment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Professional and courteous interactions with students, employees, and the public.

Mansioni

• Support daily NICHE Bistro operations including prep, cooking, plating, and service.
• Assist with events, catering, and special functions setup and cleanup.
• Support Food Hall operations and coffee shop as needed.
• Assist with baking and other culinary production activities.
• Provide food service during classes and instructional activities.
• Maintain inventory, stocking, and proper storage of food and kitchen supplies.
• Keep kitchen, Bistro, Food Hall, and event areas clean and sanitary.
• Follow all safety, sanitation, health department, and organizational requirements.
• Operate kitchen, food service, and coffee shop equipment safely.
• Deliver professional service to students, employees, guests, and the public.

Conoscenze

Food safety

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Formazione

High school diploma

Associate's degree in Culinary Arts

Descrizione del lavoro

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Description

Position Overview

WSU Tech is seeking a Culinary Support Specialist to support the day-to-day culinary and hospitality operations at the NICHE Campus. This position will play an active role across the Bistro, events, and Food Hall operations, including the coffee shop, as needed. The Culinary Support Specialist will assist with food preparation and service, baking, event and catering support, Bistro operations, and Food Hall activities while helping create a welcoming and high-quality experience for students, employees, guests, and customers. This position will work closely with NICHE staff and culinary instructional teams to support both daily operations and special events. This is a hands‑on position suited for someone who enjoys working in a fast‑paced culinary environment, interacting with people, and contributing to a variety of food service and hospitality operations.

• Location:** NICHE Campus
• Department:** NICHE Bistro and Events
• Reports To:** Director of NICHE
• Pay:** $17.00 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of the NICHE Bistro, including food preparation, cooking, plating, service, and kitchen production.
• Assist with planning, preparation, setup, service, and cleanup for events, catering, and special functions.
• Support Food Hall operations, including the coffee shop, as needed.
• Assist with baking and other culinary production activities.
• Provide food service and operational support during culinary classes, events, and other instructional activities.
• Assist with inventory, stocking, food rotation, receiving, and proper storage of food and kitchen supplies.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen, Bistro, Food Hall, and event areas.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, health department, and organizational requirements.
• Safely operate kitchen, food service, and coffee shop equipment.
• Provide professional and courteous service to students, employees, guests, and members of the public.
• Work collaboratively with NICHE staff and culinary instructional personnel to support daily operations and special events.
• Assist with serving, food preparation, and other hospitality functions as needed.
• Help maintain a professional, welcoming, and team-oriented environment.
• Participate in professional development activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned or deemed necessary.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. **Associate's degree in Culinary Arts preferred.**
• Previous kitchen, food service, culinary, Bistro, or hospitality Experience Preferred.
• **ServSafe Manager certification required.**
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and safe food handling practices.
• Ability to safely operate kitchen and food service equipment.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with students, employees, guests, and the public.

Preferred Experience

• Serving or front-of-house experience
• Baking experience
• Barista or coffee shop experience
• Catering or event food service experience
• Bistro or restaurant ex perience

Schedule Requirements

• Early morning, late evening, and weekend work is required.** The schedule may vary based on Bistro and Food Hall operations, classes, events, catering needs, and other NICHE activities. Flexibility is essential, as this position may be scheduled outside of traditional business hours to support events and operational needs.

Core Physical Demands

• Standing and Walking:** Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, including throughout long shifts and high-volume events.
• Heavy Lifting:** Regular lifting of heavy items is required, including bags of produce or flour, cases of food products, containers of liquids, kitchen equipment, and other supplies.
• Repetitive Motion and Fine Motor Skills:** Frequent use of hands and wrists for chopping, slicing, dicing,