Instruction & Classroom Support Technician 1 - Culinary

South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) seeks a highly motivated and qualified individual for the position of Instruction and Classroom Support Technician 1  to support the Culinary Arts/Applied Technology department.  

South Puget Sound Community College is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its professional staff. A firm understanding of anti racist policy development coupled with the skills to eliminate barriers that harm underrepresented people is a college requirement. The students that we serve come from a variety of backgrounds. On average, 43% of SPSCC students are people of color. We strongly encourage members of the underrepresented groups, veterans, and bi- or multi-lingual individuals to apply for this position to help meet the needs of our diverse students and service district. 

And if that isn't enough?  We also offer:

• A healthy work/life balance for our employees with the opportunity for flexible work schedules and remote work depending on position and college needs
• Fine dining in the Percival Room, offering vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices as part of our Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts programs
• The Clipper Coffee Corner serving Batdorf & Bronson coffee and a selection of delicious food items from our baking/culinary students
• A brand new Health & Wellness Center
• FREE Bus service every 15 minutes to downtown Olympia and beyond
• FREE parking on our campuses – permits are not required
• On-campus child care
• Percival Creek which runs beneath our campus footbridge, provides year-round beauty and views of Chinook, Coho, and chum salmon pass through each fall
• Many walking paths that are marked and on nicely paved sidewalks
• SPSCC promotes wellness with a variety of different workshops and events on campus
• Lots of activities with our Artist & Lecture series, which are FREE for staff and faculty
• Many community events in the Kenneth J. Minnaert Center for the Arts
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that offer an opportunity for SPSCC employees to gather and connect around issues that define them personally, and which affect their work at the College and their professional development. Current Employee Resource Groups include:
  • Staff and Faculty of Color (SFOC) ERG - an employee network that strives to create an intentional and relational foundation for community and trust building across different groups through shared values.
  • The LGBTQIA ERG creates a space for LGBTQIA staff and faculty at the college to share resources, build support and community, and work towards greater equity and accessibility. 

The ICST 1 directly supports student learning in the Culinary Arts Program through coaching and assisting students in developing hands-on culinary skills. The ICST 1 also tracks and orders supplies for both the Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts programs and assists with the preparation, maintenance, and operation of equipment used in the Culinary Arts instructional kitchen.  

Essential Function- Support programs by weekly maintaining inventory and ordering ingredients while regularly cleaning & maintaining the kitchen. 

Tasks include: 

• Assists with maintaining the cleanliness of the lab environment. 
• Coordinates with both Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts faculty members to estimate the quantity and quality of supplies and materials needed for lab classes.
• Monitors and maintains adequate weekly stock levels, communicating inventory information to Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts teams.
• Finalizes orders and then places orders for weekly ingredients/supplies for courses with multiple vendors in coordination with the Food and Beverage Arts Program Manager.
• Consult with the Food and Beverage Arts Program Manager regarding available funds for supplies.
• Prepares materials for use in the kitchen laboratory.
• Receives materials and supplies used in classes.
• Modifies equipment, materials, and programs as required for individual instructors.
• Assists students and instructors in selecting the correct tools and materials.
• Assists instructors in lab work. 
• Confers with instructors in establishing and developing assignments.
• Set up assignments, equipment, and/or demonstration apparatus for classes.
• Assists instructors in demonstrating tools, equipment, machinery, apparatus, materials, and food preparation techniques.
• Helps with vocational training activities and maintains discipline while instructors give individual attention to students.

• Six months to two years of full-time experience/training in food service.
• Possession of, or eligible for, a food handler’s permit.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for many hours.
• Ability to work under pressure and accommodate numerous interruptions while performing multiple tasks.
• Ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude.

Applications must be completed online and include the following attachments:

1. Cover letter addressed to the Screening Committee highlighting your ability to perform the responsibilities and competencies described in the job posting.
2. Current resume/CV showing all educational and professional experience which demonstrates how you meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications.

South Puget Sound Community College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator

South Puget Sound Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). SPSCC provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, Samantha Dotson, Executive Human Resource Officer /Title IX Coordinator, 360-596-5361,ssoto@spscc.edu, Building 25, Room 220, 2011 Mottman Rd SW, Olympia, WA 98512;  South Puget Sound Community College is a smoke-free/drug free environment.

Salary : $40,716 - $54,204