Part Time Culinary Arts Assistant

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Benefits

Educational Benefits

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana seeks an enthusiastic Culinary Lab Assistant to support our culinary arts classes. You will help maintain the lab flow, clean dishes, prep supplies, and assist instructors to ensure a safe, smooth learning environment for students.

Flexible scheduling up to 28 hours per week across one or more classes; candidates who communicate well with students and enjoy hands-on culinary education are encouraged to apply. Prior lab experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Ability to support culinary arts classes and assist instructors.
• Good communication with students and staff.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Clean dishes and prep supplies.
• Keep the lab organized per instructor needs.
• Assist students with following recipes when needed.

Skills

Culinary lab assistance

Communication with students

Teamwork

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Under the direction of the Ivy Tech Center for Lifelong Learning (CLL) Staff and Faculty, this position will assist with culinary arts classes, helping maintain the flow of class activities and help provide a safe, seamless experience for students.

Availability: One assistant is needed for each of our culinary arts classes. Assistants can work one or multiple classes up to 28 hours/week.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and DUTIES

Assistant responsibilities primarily include cleaning dishes, prepping supplies, keeping the lab organized as needed by instructors. Occasionally, assistants may be asked to help students follow recipes if additional support is needed.

ABOUT THE IVY TECH CENTER FOR LIFELONG LEARNING

The Ivy Tech Center for Lifelong Learning (CLL) offers classes and camps to students of all ages, backgrounds, and areas of interest, including creative arts, culinary arts, humanities, STEM, and lifestyle programs to name a few. Participation as an Assistant in our culinary arts program is a great way to gain experience alongside our Lead Instructors and work with administering community-focused programs that provide a wide variety of learning opportunities for staff, faculty, and students alike, while getting to help provide positive classroom experiences that will inspire a passion for arts and learning.

Able to communicate well with students. Timely and professional. Interest in culinary arts skill development and education and/or hospitality administration are a plus but not required.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Health & Wellness Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
• Financial & Retirement Benefits All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings
• Educational Benefits Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.

At Ivy Tech, you’ll be part of something bigger, where collaboration fuels innovation, learning is a shared journey, and meaningful goals become life-changing achievements. As Indiana’s only full‑fledged community college, we’re deeply rooted in our mission to empower students, strengthen communities, and support one another every step of the way. No matter your role, you’ll be valued, supported, and inspired because here, people come first. Our faculty and staff are united by purpose, driven by passion, and proud of the difference we make together. Join a team where your work matters. Discover your potential. Make your impact. Ivy Tech is the largest singly accredited community college system in the nation. Providing education across Indiana, we motivate and inspire students as they pursue their futures. To achieve this, it takes a community of over 6,500 employees in 75 locations.

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS

The most advanced technologies in our classrooms and training facilities. Collaborative and innovative culture with a focus on creativity and employee belonging. Commitment to adapting to meet Indiana’s workforce needs and fostering a sustainable, inclusive workplace.