Part-Time Technical Specialist for Hotel, Culinary Arts and Tourism

Job Description:

SUNY Schenectady County Community College is seeking a part-time Technical Specialist for the Division of Hotel, Culinary Arts and Tourism (HCAT).

Do you have a passion for culinary arts and a knack for keeping kitchens running like clockwork?
At the School of Hotel, Culinary Arts and Tourism (HCAT), we're not just shaping future chefs and hospitality leaders ? we're crafting immersive, hands-on learning experiences that start behind the scenes. We're looking for a part-time Technical Specialist to join our dynamic team and help bring our state-of-the-art culinary labs to life.

In this essential support role, you'll work closely with faculty and staff to ensure classes run smoothly, students are well-supported, and every dish is served with a side of excellence. Whether you're supervising student workers, stepping in for faculty, or collaborating with fellow specialists to maintain our high standards, you'll be a vital part of what makes HCAT exceptional.

Reporting to the Dean, the part-time Technical Specialist will be responsible for performing various tasks that involve support for culinary classes. The part-time Technical Specialist will also be responsible for scheduling and supervising educational aids, work study students and student workers. May serve as a substitute when the faculty are not available as deemed necessary by the Administration. In addition, the part-time Technical Specialist will work collaboratively with the Senior Technical Specialist and the Technical Specialist/Purchaser to assure complete coverage and professionalism in the HCAT laboratories. The part-time Technical Specialist has supervisory responsibilities with staffing, scheduling, training, teaching, and incorporating proper receiving and storage procedures to the individuals working in part time positions (e.g. student workers).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Purchasing of Products

• Purchasing of small and large equipment and food and beverages.
• Receiving requisitions from Faculty members, posting the orders, and ordering the products

Culinary Lab Classes

• Preparing carts and supplies for culinary lab classes
• Substituting in the absence of a faculty member

Maintenance

• Ensuring that the equipment is in appropriate working condition.
• Providing for outside maintenance repairs on equipment when necessary.
• Scheduling yearly maintenance on the equipment, such as cleaning of the exhaust.
• Maintaining the HCAT Master Cleaning Schedule.

Receiving, Storage and Inventory

• Accepting and checking in deliveries of food, beverages, and equipment.
• Counting and posting inventory weekly.
• Creating and maintaining par stocks.

Miscellaneous Duties

• Conducting tours with prospective HCAT students.
• Updating MSDS sheets.
• Assisting with yearly activities and special events.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree in a hospitality or related field
• Supervisory experience in the food service industry
• Experience in purchasing, receiving, and ordering of food in hospitality setting
• Experience with Excel
• Knowledge of HACCP standards
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time
• Frequently moves inventory weighing up to 50 pounds
• Must be ServSafe certified or willing to become certified within three months of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree

Special Information:

• This is a 10-month position from September to June with option to work summer session.
• Schedule: Tuesday and Thursday 4pm-10:30pm and Saturday 8am-2:30pm; hours will be adjusted as needed to accommodate campus events.
• VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Offers of employment will be conditional based on the successful completion of a background check and verification of official College transcripts.

Additional Information:

Salary: $26.30/per hour

At SUNY Schenectady, salary is only one aspect of your compensation package.

Benefits and perks:

As a part-time team member here, you'll enjoy:

• A choice of retirement systems
• A deferred compensation program
• Professional development opportunities
• Two on-site childcare providers (Dependent on availability)
• Plus additional savings programs and perks!

Application Instructions:

Applications Due By: Applications accepted until position is filled.

If you need a disability-related accommodation to apply to this position, please contact the Human Resources Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io.

Applicants must submit the following documents to be considered for this position:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Completed SUNY Schenectady Employment Application
• References

CAMPUS SAFETY REPORT
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, without exception, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the College's crime statistics for the past three years; and the availability regarding the College's current campus security policies. SUNY Schenectady County Community College's Annual Security Report is available here.

SUNY Schenectady is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United Stated and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.