Part-Time Culinary Lab Technician: Kitchen Prep & Support

Ivy Tech Community College; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible part-time schedule

Collaborative team environment

Hands-on culinary education setting

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College is seeking a detail-oriented Culinary Lab Technician to support our culinary program. This part-time role maintains a safe, organized kitchen environment for students and staff, setting up labs, managing supplies, and assisting instructors.

Responsibilities include lab prep, sanitation, inventory, and equipment care. Candidates should have a high school diploma and comfort with lifting up to 50 lbs. Flexible schedule and a collaborative team await.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary or hospitality experience preferred.
• Strong kitchen safety and sanitation practices.
• Able to lift and move equipment or supplies up to 50 lbs.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible and adaptable to a dynamic learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize the culinary lab for classes, including setting up equipment, supplies and food carts.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the lab, equipment, and workstations in compliance with health and safety standards.
• Monitor and inventory supplies, including ingredients, tools, and small wares; assist with ordering as needed.
• Support instructors by shopping for needed ingredients.
• Ensure equipment is properly stored, maintained, and ready for use; report repairs or replacements as needed.
• Adhere to and enforce food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Assist with special events or additional duties as assigned.
• Maintain all receipts and invoices.

Skills

Kitchen safety

Organizational skills

Lift up to 50 lbs

Teamwork / independent work

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary or hospitality experience preferred

Job description

Ivy Tech Community College is seeking a detail-oriented Culinary Lab Technician to support our culinary program. This part-time role maintains a safe, organized kitchen environment for students and staff, setting up labs, managing supplies, and assisting instructors.

Responsibilities include lab prep, sanitation, inventory, and equipment care. Candidates should have a high school diploma and comfort with lifting up to 50 lbs. Flexible schedule and a collaborative team await.