PT – Culinary Lab Technician

PT – Culinary Lab Technician

Salary:

$15.15

Summary of Function:
The Culinary Lab Technician supports the instructional, operational, and administrative functions of the culinary program by maintaining laboratory environments, assisting with curriculum and assessment alignment, coordinating supplies and equipment, and supporting faculty and students in hands-on learning experiences. This role helps ensure culinary labs operate efficiently, safely, and in alignment with institutional and industry standards.

Typical Duties:

• Serves Students. Responsible for the preparation of classes; assists faculty and students. Collaborate with faculty and staff to support student success, program quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate the ordering, inventory, and maintenance of culinary lab supplies, equipment, and instructional resources. Ensure laboratory operations are safe, organized, and conducive to an effective learning environment.
• Assist with the development, organization, and evaluation of assessments, assignments, and instructional materials. Provide instructional and operational support for culinary laboratory courses and hands-on learning activities.
• Cleans and maintains the kitchen and associated areas. Makes sure all equipment is operational and reports broken equipment or issues in a timely manner.
• Supports and participates in strategic planning initiatives and performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Prior experience working in the industry or completion of a Culinary Arts certificate or degree.
• Applicants may indicate any additional language proficiencies in their application materials, including English/Spanish, as relevant to the position
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved may be considered

Additional Eligibility Requirements:

• Arizona Driver’s License or Equivalent

Classification:Position Type & Work Schedule:

• Part-time
• Up to 19 hours per week
• Work flexible schedule to meet the program, department, and/or institutional needs, which may include Fridays, nights, and/or weekends

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and ability to interpret, apply, and follow college policies and procedures
• Knowledge of or ability to maintain organizational structure, workflow, and operating procedures
• Skill in current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications, Windows, college system platforms, software, and applications, especially those specific to the department operations
• Skill and ability to be self-directed and to manage one’s own time
• Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
• Ability to complete all departmental and/or institutional mandatory training or development
• Ability to organize, prioritize, follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion, with close attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a collaborative team environment
• Ability to provide assistance in a professional and supportive manner
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, in writing, and in a public setting, and to relate to others in a professional manner
• Ability to be flexible and supportive, positively and proactively assimilate change in a rapid growth environment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of protected information and follow FERPA and privacy guidelines
• Ability to supervise and schedule the work of others
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic workload and demands
• Ability to operate relevant equipment required to complete assigned responsibilities for the position
• Ability to adapt and maintain professional composure in emergent situations
• Ability to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and civility in all job-related actions
• Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, and take appropriate actions to resolve problems using independent judgment and decision-making processes
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective, and collaborative relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, students, and the public

Work Environment:

• Inside office environment with normal noise and lighting levels
• Work is performed in an open office environment with staff, students, and community contact and interruptions
• Working environment may include various locations across the service district, with varying noise levels, indoor and/or outdoor locations as needed to support program, department, or institutional needs

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Prolonged periods of standing and/or walking
• May lift, carry, push, and/or pull, at times, a minimum of 10 pounds
• Occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and/or twist
• Safely and appropriately operate golf carts or district vehicles

Travel:

• May be required to travel to other locations using various modes of private, commercial, or fleet transportation, and as needed to support program, department, and institutional needs

Note:

• Location: Yuma Campus
• Not Benefits Eligible
• The statements within this document describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the individual(s) assigned to this classification and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified
• The institution and its designated representatives reserve the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice

POSTING DATE:
June 2, 2026

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
The following materials must be uploaded at the time of application. Any materials submitted via e-mail, fax, or mail will not be accepted. Applications missing any of the below requirements will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.

1. Completed Application
2. Resume or Curriculum Vitae (no more than 3 pages)

ADDRESS INQUIRIES TO:
Arizona Western College
Human Resources
Phone: (928) 344-7505 / FAX: (928) 317-6001 / TTY: (928) 344-7629
Email: Human.Resources@azwestern.edu

ARIZONA WESTERN COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER