Culinary Lab Specialist (021721-001H)

Eastern Florida State College is currently seeking applications for the part-time position of Culinary Lab Specialist on the Cocoa Campus in Cocoa, Florida.

Support the operations necessary for the Culinary Operations program to function effectively and efficiently. Perform kitchen, galley, and purchasing functions supporting the instructor and students.  Assist instructional staff with maintaining program equipment, training aids, safety, and inventory.

 The following minimum qualifications for this position must be met before any applicant will be considered:

•  High school diploma or GED required;
• ServSafe Certificate.
• Knowledge of culinary operations and practices required.
• Familiarity with culinary procedures and safety awareness required.
• Ability to clean and maintain cooking equipment, supplies, utensils, etc.
• Good communication and customer service skills required.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) preferred.
• Valid Florida Motor Vehicle Operator’s license required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities unable to obtain a driver’s license.  In such cases, a valid Florida I.D. is required.
• This position will require successful fingerprinting and the candidate chosen will be required to pay the associated fee (currently $37.25). This fingerprinting fee ($37.25) is non-refundable.
• Understanding of and commitment to Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.
• Official transcripts of all collegiate work will be required to be considered beyond the application phase. *

 *High School Diploma or GED or transcripts or official transcripts of all collegiate work (as appropriate for the position) must be sent directly from the attended institution to the Human Resources Office prior to the first day of employment.  All foreign degrees must have a course-by-course official evaluation and translation sent to the Human Resources Office directly from an evaluation company affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc.

 Minimum physical qualifications:

•  Ability to occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Works in noisy conditions. Works in or with equipment.

 The hourly rate is $10.00.  This position is externally funded.  This position has been approved for up to 20 hours per week.  This position is eligible for regular part-time benefits (i.e. vacation, life insurance, etc.).

Applications will be accepted from March 23, 2021 through April 1, 2021; however, the College reserves the right to extend or conclude searches without notice.  Applications must be submitted prior to 5:00 p.m. on the closing day.  This is a covered position under Chapter 295 Florida Statutes, which provides for Veterans’ Preference in employment for eligible veterans and eligible spouses of veterans. 

< HOW TO APPLY >

All applicants must apply on-line at the Eastern Florida State College Website in order to be considered for employment.  If an applicant needs assistance in completing the on-line application, he/she should contact Human Resources.  With at least 24 hours advance notice, EFSC can provide readers, Braille, audio cassettes, computer readers, sign language interpreters, and Scribes.

 < NOTE TO APPLICANT >

Applications will not be considered after the deadline date unless justified and approved for exception by the Associate Vice President, Human Resources. All successful applicants must complete New Employee Orientation prior to beginning work. 

 < CONTACT HUMAN RESOURCES >

Eastern Florida State College, Human Resources, 1519 Clearlake Road, Cocoa, FL 32922

Telephone: (321) 433-7070  FAX: (321) 433-7065  Florida Relay: 1-800-955-8770

Email: resources@easternflorida.edu 

Eastern Florida State College is dedicated to providing a nondiscriminatory environment which promotes equal access, equal educational opportunity and equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, race, national origin, color, ethnicity, genetic information, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, veterans status, ancestry, or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.