Position Information

Position Title Part Time Baking and Pastry - Technical Assistant

Position Category Part Time Staff

Position Status 12 Month

FLSA Non-Exempt

Advertised Salary $21.22 - $23.34 per hour

Department Hospitality, Bkng & Clnry Div Offic

Working Hours up to 28 hours per week; Days and hours may vary

General Description

SUNY Niagara has an immediate need for Part Time Baking & Pastry Technical Assistants to work in our La Patisserie bakery located in the Niagara Falls Culinary Institute in Niagara Falls, NY. reports to the Baking & Pastry Arts Program Coordinator.

The rate of pay is determined based on the level of education the candidate possesses. For an Associates degree or lower the rate of pay is $21.22 per hour. For a Master’s degree or higher the rate of pay is $23.34 per hour.

In order to build and maintain an active pool of qualified candidates to meet our present and future needs for this position, SUNY Niagara will accept applications on a continuous basis. Openings may or may not exist at this time. Applications are evaluated on an as-needed basis, and candidates will be contacted when the department has an opening. Candidates who submit their information may or may not be notified as to the status of their application.

Typical Work Activities

• Support Instructor and students with all course learning outcomes

• Assist with the coordination of all baked good production, preparation and customer service. Bakes brownies, cakes, breads, tarts according to specified standardized recipes. Prepare finishing products of frostings, icings, etc. Mix and prepare ingredients for production items. Assists in production of Savor restaurant desserts.

• Contribute to weekly and monthly inventory controls as needed.

• Assist with ordering / data entry utilizing Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.

• Assist with receiving and storage of all deliveries. Stock shelves with production ingredients and put away all paper and coffee inventory

• Follow sanitation and safety guidelines including but not limited to, wipe down and clean work areas, sweep and mop floors per shift, wash and sanitize baking pans, equipment and utensils

• Assist in maintaining an open line of communication between the front and back of the house concerning standard practices of La Patisserie and Savor Restaurant

• Provide customer service assistance to students and customers with information needed to make decisions related to product or Patisserie needs

• Cashing out skills are a must, including troubleshooting and ensuring accurate payment processing

• Maintain and fill bakery trays, display cases, and ingredient bins

• Follow protocols and procedures laid out by Baking and Pastry Supervisors

• Other duties as assigned by the Pastry Arts Coordinator or Division Chair

Essential Functions

Candidates for this position must have a passion for serving people; must be able to coordinate numerous tasks and projects simultaneously; must possess good organizational skills; must possess and have proven excellent customer service skills; must be able to effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors and students both verbally and in writing; must also possess good listening skills and be able to understand and follow written and/or oral instructions; must be able to relate to a diverse academic community as well as members of the WNY community; ability to operate computers and possess a working knowledge of Microsoft office, including Word and Excel; ability to prepare a written report; must have the capability to travel; must be able to work evenings and weekends as required; must be able to physically perform the functions of the position.

Required Qualifications

• Associates degree; OR

• In lieu of a degree a minimum of year of food service experience is required

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds or more

• Stand for long periods of time

Desirable Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Baking and Pastry, Hospitality, Business or Education

• Five years’ experience as a pastry chef, including retail café , ala carte desserts and supervisory experience

• Working knowledge of Windows office including, Word and Excel

License(s)/Certifications

About SUNY Niagara

SUNY Niagara is a thriving educational institution located between the picturesque landscapes of Niagara Falls and the vibrant city of Buffalo, NY. Our college serves a diverse student population and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. With a commitment to academic excellence and student success, SUNY Niagara offers a supportive and collaborative environment for both faculty and staff.

SUNY Niagara is an accredited institution of higher education that offers high-quality academic programs leading to degrees and certificates that are supported by outstanding student services. The top 4 majors of our students are Liberal Arts and Sciences, Nursing, Psychology, and Criminal Justice. In 2023, SUNY Niagara ranked #1 in graduation rate among community colleges in New York State!

SUNY Niagara provides a variety of cultural, athletic, social, and international experiences, as well as community education, small business, and workforce development that supports economic development that positively impacts the quality of life of valued stakeholders. The college operates through a collegial model of shared governance and transparency and is accountable for meeting the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

SUNY Niagara has two locations in western New York consisting of 287 acres and 11 buildings. The Sanborn, campus is minutes from Buffalo, Niagara Falls, and the Canadian border and is centrally located between the county’s three main cities of Lockport, Niagara Falls, and North Tonawanda. The Sanborn campus offers a traditional college experience with world-class academics, knowledgeable faculty members, state-of-the-art classrooms, NJCAA athletics, and on-campus housing. We continue to invest in our facilities with the addition of the Learning Commons Center, which has become the nucleus of the campus; a place for faculty to collaborate and help students develop critical thinking skills while incorporating state-of-the-art technology and innovative student support services. We also modernized our campus dining commons, providing quality meal options in a sleek, comfortable, collaborative environment.

The Niagara Falls Culinary Institute ( NFCI ) is located in the heart of one of the world’s biggest tourist destinations, Niagara Falls. Fully outfitted with modern labs and tools for students to use as they train in both classic and trendy techniques, NFCI is home to Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry Arts, and Hospitality programs. The college also operates Savor, a fine dining restaurant, and La Patisserie, a European-style pastry café, at NFCI .

Our college nurtures and empowers its students and employees in ways that recognize and value our common humanity as well as the richness of our diversity. SUNY Niagara welcomes applicants who want to join a leading regional institution that provides a dynamic, educational environment, responds to students’ current and emerging needs, and strengthens its community. At SUNY Niagara we embrace diversity and promote inclusion throughout the institution by recognizing, accepting, and celebrating differences within our campus and surrounding communities. Therefore, we desire and pursue candidates who share those principles and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.

EEO Statement

SUNY Niagara does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, sexual orientation, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression or perceived gender. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number S106P

Open Date 04/23/2021

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions Summary

SUNY Niagara considers only those applications that clearly demonstrate the applicant meets all required qualifications as indicated on the posting, please review the qualifications before applying. Persons meeting the required qualifications as stated above should submit the following:

• cover letter that addresses each of the qualifications

• resume

• unofficial transcripts

• names and contact information for three (3) current, work related references

Incomplete packets will be rejected for lack of information.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • What is the highest level of education attained?

• GED

• High School Diploma

• Associates Degree

• Bachelors Degree

• Masters Degree

• PHD

• • Do you have at least 1 year of food service experience?

• Yes

• No

  Documents Needed to Apply

  Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

  Optional Documents

• Transcripts

• Certifications/Licenses

• Transcript 2

• Transcript 3