Kid-Focused Kitchen Aide: Prepare Nutritious Meals

portlandcc; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Oregon Sick Leave

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

Portland Community College is hiring for a casual Cook at the Sylvania campus. The role supports the preparation and serving of nutritious meals for young children in a clean, safe kitchen environment. The position is part-time as a casual employee with limited hours per fiscal year.

Responsibilities include food prep, following menus and safety guidelines, washing dishes, and assisting with meal service and cleanup. Prior kitchen experience and ability to work with children are preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous food service or kitchen experience preferred.
• Knowledge of safe food handling and sanitation practices.
• Reliable, organized, and able to work as part of a team.
• Comfortable working around young children.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift/move kitchen supplies as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, portioning, and meal service.
• Follow established menus, recipes, and food safety guidelines.
• Wash dishes, clean kitchen surfaces, and maintain kitchen equipment.
• Store and organize food and kitchen supplies appropriately.
• Help maintain accurate food and sanitation records as required.
• Support classroom meal and snack routines as needed.
• Follow all childcare center health, safety, and sanitation policies.
• Work cooperatively with teachers, kitchen staff, and center leadership.

Skills

Food service experience

Food safety practices

Reliable and team oriented

Comfort with young children

Stamina and lifting ability

Job description

Portland Community College is hiring for a casual Cook at the Sylvania campus. The role supports the preparation and serving of nutritious meals for young children in a clean, safe kitchen environment. The position is part-time as a casual employee with limited hours per fiscal year.

Responsibilities include food prep, following menus and safety guidelines, washing dishes, and assisting with meal service and cleanup. Prior kitchen experience and ability to work with children are preferred.