Culinary Lab Assistant

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SECTION I - OUR VALUES CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE

At CMU, we believe in acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage to form meaningful relationships, embark on joint endeavors and take risks in the pursuit of new possibilities. It’s this courage that enables the Mavily to explore new ways of thinking and doing, knowing that there is no perfect solution, no perfect idea.

From this place of humility and courage, we’ve built a culture of resilience. We invest in the future by continuously adapting to change, overcoming challenges, and seizing new opportunities. We recognize that change is constant, and our resilience allows us to embrace it with confidence. Endless curiosity drives us to approach the unexpected as if it were expected, seeing opportunities for discovery and renewal in every challenge. In this community rooted in love and dignity, curiosity thrives, leading to endless opportunities for growth and advancement.

Inspired by the soul of the West—the spirit that our region embodies—we emerge as a force for positive change, harnessing our collective power to build a Human Scale University that reflects our values and brings to life our shared vision of the world we aspire to create.

Colorado Mesa University Core Values
Love - Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and others
Dignity - Respecting the intrinsic value of each person and believing that others act from a foundation of goodwill
Courage - Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities
Humility - Suspending one’s ego and pride to recognize that no idea is perfect and being open to the input of others
Resiliency - Investing in the future by adapting to changes, overcoming challenges and pursuing Opportunity
Curiosity - Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown
Power - The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency to achieve our goals

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Culinary Lab Assistant will:

• measure ingredients and gather required tools for instructor demonstrations prior to the beginning of class with 100% accuracy
• clean and sanitize all tools, equipment, and appliances used for demonstrations and return them to their correct storage locations
• gather and organize ingredients and supplies needed for student lab projects
• organize finished products and repackage foods as appropriate for use in food pantry or other outlets
• ensure that all excess ingredients are processed and/or packaged to maintain maximum shelf life and utilization as directed by the instructor
• monitor incidental lab supplies such as disposables and gloves and restock as needed according to a par stock list
• maintain a clean and orderly workspace by organizing all tools and staple ingredients in the lab
• follow standards of sanitation and safety at all times
• follow standards of professionalism when interacting with students and instructor

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER - This position description is only a summary of the typical functions of this seat, and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and areas of accountability. 

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:

• Cover letter (optional)

• Resume