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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.

Job 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.

+ Hours are flexible: Monday-Saturday, four hours per day up to a total of 19.5 hours per week.

+ 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!