"Culinary Lab Assistant I"

Job Description:

Primary Responsibility

Under the direction of the Lead Culinary Faculty and Assistant Dean of Instruction, the Culinary Lab Assistant 1 supports the operations of the culinary labs. Responsibilities include organizing materials for instruction, inventorying supplies, maintaining equipment, and events.

An hourly time sheet is required. Schedules will be arranged on a weekly basis with the lead faculty and will change according to the needs of the programs.

This is a part-time position limited to 28 hours per CMC’s workweek (Saturday through Friday).

Pre-requisites for Position (Qualifications Standards)

Education and experience sufficient for the needs of the position. Examples may include a High School/GED and one-year related work experience of related experience in a culinary setting or equivalent education and experience that will provide the necessary knowledge, skill and abilities to perform the functions of the position.

Strong interest or experience in culinary arts, advanced cooking techniques, kitchen safety practices, and supervisory skills are preferred.

Special Skills or abilities related to position: Knowledge of a variety of standard administrative and business methods and procedures; standard Microsoft Office software, and familiarity with other automated systems software. Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English well; operate variety of office equipment; proficient in computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheets and electronic mail; multi-task; meet deadlines; strong verbal, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Welcoming. Innovative. Focused on Student Success. These principles reflect the soul of CMC. They guide us in building our teams, cultivating leaders, and expanding our approaches and mindset. They guide us to be an institution of higher education that’s the right fit for every faculty member, staff, student, and community member in its trust. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred.

The hiring pay rate is $24.55 per hour. Benefits include retirement contribution, annual and sick time, mental health resources, and tuition benefit. CMC utilizes a wage progression compensation model that accounts for a candidate’s skill and experience. Although a hiring rate is listed, this will be set commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Position anticipated to close on September 15, 2025 or until filled.

Minimum Qualifications:

Essential Duties

• Assist lead faculty in maintaining equipment and all aspects of kitchen management.
• Monitor equipment tools, supplies, and product inventory.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized kitchen.
• Meet weekly with lead faculty, or appropriate instructor, to support workflow.
• Effective communication via email with faculty, staff, and students is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

The position reports to a designated supervisor. Position usually works within the framework of responsibilities but may require guidance at times.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not supervise others.

Special Conditions of Employment

Successful completion of a background check including motor vehicles records check is required. May require travel within the college district, altered work schedule and/or occasional evening/weekend hours. Incumbents in this position will adhere to all safety and compliance policies of Colorado Mountain College while performing all duties assigned.

Working Conditions

This position requires constant sitting, occasional walking, standing and driving; occasional handling objects, pushing/pulling; frequent reaching with hands/arms, and use of finger movements; occasional lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects up to 50 lbs. Constant written and oral communication and the ability to reason and analyze and perform calculations occasionally. Work is performed using a computer and standard office equipment daily and driving a vehicle occasionally.

CMC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the College will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADA Coordinator, Human Resources, benefits@coloradomtn.edu.

NOTE: This position description is intended to indicate the basic nature of positions allocated to this class and provide examples of typical duties that may be assigned. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

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