Culinary Arts Teaching Lab Assistant

Culinary Arts Teaching Lab Assistant

Join Texas State Technical College as a Culinary Arts Teaching Lab Assistant. The role supports professional faculty with classroom, laboratory, computer laboratory, and shop instruction, providing hands‑on student assistance, grading, equipment management, and lab preparation.

The Teaching Lab Assistant’s primary function is to assist professional faculty with teaching duties in the classroom, laboratory, computer laboratory, or shop as directed. In limited circumstances, a Teaching Lab Assistant may be authorized as the instructor of record for courses they are qualified to teach. Teaching Lab Assistants assigned as instructors of record will serve under direct supervision of a faculty member experienced in the teaching discipline.

They will attend and complete regular faculty development, and undergo planned and periodic evaluations.

• Assist the professional faculty member with teaching duties in the classroom, laboratory, computer laboratory, or shop as directed; tutor students on material already covered by the instructor, conduct review sessions for tests, and support students during laboratory work.
• Under direct supervision of a faculty member, may serve as the instructor of record for qualifying courses; duties include presenting prepared materials, supervising laboratory or shop activities, maintaining order, recording student progress, and ensuring adequate supplies and equipment for safe and effective lab/shop operations.
• Grade papers, exercises, and tests using objective criteria; process student records and maintain student files.
• Prepare the laboratory for class, secure equipment after class, set up and disassemble laboratory experiments; test new lab equipment for quality and accuracy; perform routine maintenance and repair on laboratory equipment and instructional aids.
• Aid professional staff in constructing training aids; initiate requisitions for consumable supplies and equipment repairs; prepare consumable materials for classroom, laboratory, and shop exercises.
• Maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment and assure security of each; assist in major repair or modification of laboratory or shop equipment.
• Supervise student workers as assigned; monitor instructional areas for safety conditions; operate motor vehicles for the purpose of conducting TSTC business.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• For general education or associate degree courses intended for transfer to a baccalaureate degree: bachelor’s degree in the teaching discipline.
• For associate degree courses not designed for transfer to a baccalaureate degree: bachelor’s degree in the teaching discipline, or an associate’s degree with demonstrated competencies in the discipline.

• One to three years of successful related work experience preferred.

• Considerable knowledge of and skill in performing laboratory procedures.
• Information systems/computer knowledge; advanced knowledge preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with others and to follow oral and written instructions.
• Valid Texas driver’s license and insurable under the TSTC Auto Liability Insurance Plan.

• Experience with catering and event setup.
• Proficiency in food preparation and basic cooking techniques.
• Familiarity with delivery and pickup logistics.
• Ability to assist with event setup, cleanup, and support during functions.
• Strong organizational skills for receiving and managing orders.
• Knowledge of stocking and inventory management.
• Ability to prepare and organize classroom carts efficiently.
• Experience working in coffee/beverage kiosks or similar environments.
• Cash handling and register operation during restaurant hours.
• Flexibility to handle various tasks as needed.

The Target Hiring Range for the position is $16.50 – $18.88/hr the final salary offer will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Texas State Technical College (TSTC) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. TSTC is committed to a policy of equal…