Part -Time Technologist, Culinary Operations - Restaurant International

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Department:

Culinary and Hospitality

Position Type:

Part-Time Support

Salary Range:

$40.62-$47.06-Hourly

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

24

Anticipated Start Date:

November 30, 2026

Length of Contract:

n/a

Posting Information

Employees who are part-time internal candidates, as defined by the Part-Time Support Collective Agreement, will be given first consideration.

Posting Closing Date:

October 26, 2026

Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.

Land Acknowledgment:

Algonquin College campuses in Ottawa and Pembroke are located on the traditional unceded, and unsurrendered territory of the Anishinàbe Algonquin People. The Algonquin People have inhabited and cared for these lands since time immemorial. We take this time to express our gratitude and respect to them and to the land for all that it has provided and will continue to provide.

Job Description:

The incumbent supports the delivery of experiential learning within Restaurant International, the teaching restaurant at Algonquin College, and provides operational and technical expertise within the kitchen and lab environment to ensure the successful delivery of restaurant practicum courses. The incumbent performs a variety of tasks necessary to support program delivery, including providing individualized assistance to students and administering skills assessments. The role also involves working closely with the Restaurant Technologist/ Receiving Lead Hand to ensure that sufficient inventories and supplies are ordered and menus are developed to support restaurant operations. The role ensures that students gain practical experience in a live restaurant setting while maintaining safe, efficient, and professional culinary operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide operational leadership in the Restaurant International kitchen during practicum classes and restaurant service, ensuring food preparation and service readiness to support course delivery and operational needs;
• Provide in-lab and technical support to students while demonstrating and enforcing safe working practices within the kitchen and lab environment;
• Ensure adherence to food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards within kitchen and lab environments;
• Promote safe working practices and compliance with WHMIS and applicable health regulations;
• The incumbent will work closely with front-of-house technologist and the receiving lead hand to evaluate inventory needs, monitor stock levels, and determine appropriate quantity requirements, ensuring timely and efficient coordination of product purchasing;
• The incumbent researches new technology and trends, remains current in the related professions. Creates and develops menus based on current relevant trends;
• The incumbent participates in promotional and marketing events to promote the programs of the College. Provide tours and demonstrations for potential students/visitors;
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum three (3) year diploma or degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or a related field. Red Seal Certification in culinary required;
• Minimum three (3) years experience working in the culinary field relevant to the specific program of study, with practical knowledge of kitchen operations, food preparation, and industry standards.

Anticipated Weekly Schedule: Monday to Friday 9:00am to 2:00pm, subject to change each term based on operational needs.

*This position is paid at Payband I - Comparator

* This vacancy is for P23508