Part-Time Culinary Lab Technician

Job Description Summary Ivy Tech Community College is committed to excellence in culinary education, fostering the next generation of chefs and hospitality professionals. Our Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management programs provide hands-on learning experiences in state-of-the-art facilities, ensuring students gain the skills they need to thrive in the industry. We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Culinary Lab Tech to support our culinary program by maintaining an efficient and safe kitchen environment for students and staff. What We Offer:  Opportunity to work in a vibrant, hands-on culinary education setting.  Flexible part-time schedule, ideal for culinary students or professionals seeking supplemental income.  Collaborative and supportive team environment. Position: Culinary Lab Technician Location: Ivy Tech Community College Employment Type Part-Time Compensation: $15/ hours Schedule:15–20 hours per week Key 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. Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent; culinary or hospitality experience preferred. Strong understanding of kitchen safety and sanitation practices. Ability 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 able to adapt to the needs of a dynamic learning environment. Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include: 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.