Instructional Assistant - Culinary Arts Pool
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Education / Teaching
Art / Design Teacher
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT - CULINARY ARTS POOL
Position Information:
Posting Number PT3159, Job Title INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT - CULINARY ARTS POOL, Department Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management, Position Type Non-Exempt, Employment Status Part-Time, Salary Minimum $15.00 per hour, Open Date 11/14/2025, Close Date Open Until Filled.
The purpose of this position is to provide support for the instructional activities of the Culinary Arts and Hospitality and Tourism programs labs courses.
Minimum Qualifications- Three (3) years related work experience OR completion of at least 45 credit hours in an Associate-level Culinary program or closely related degree.
- Current Food Manager or Serv Safe Manager certification (or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire).
- Strong knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment and food safety practices.
- Demonstrate proficient skill, knowledge, and abilities in Culinary Arts or a closely related field.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, and staff.
- Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts or closely related field.
- Successful college teaching experience utilizing instructional technologies in a Culinary Arts kitchen lab.
This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer.
Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
- Assist lead instructors in the preparation and delivery of lab-based culinary arts courses, including the development of course materials, assessments, demonstrations, and instructional aids, and performing cooking demonstrations to illustrate techniques, skills, and culinary concepts aligned with course outcomes.
- Provide individualized support to students to reinforce learning objectives and skill development.
- Supervise students in lab settings, ensuring adherence to safety, sanitation, and culinary standards.
- Assist students in the proper and safe operation of a variety of tools and equipment.
- Help maintain kitchen labs and classrooms, ensuring they are clean, organized, and properly stocked.
- Assist faculty in maintaining student records / forms.
- Prepare requisitions and food orders in collaboration with faculty and staff to ensure timely and accurate procurement of ingredients and supplies for lab sessions.
- Work closely with the Culinary Arts Technician in providing necessary equipment and supplies needed in the Culinary Arts and Hospitality and Tourism kitchen labs.
- Assist faculty in utilizing resources, materials, and educational technology to complement the teaching and learning process.
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