Kitchen Aid/Janitorial Associate

Blue-River-Services,-Inc.; Corydon (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue River Services, Inc. is seeking a Kitchen Aide / Janitorial Associate to support a childcare center's daily operations. You will help with kitchen tasks, dining service, and sanitation while ensuring a safe, clean environment for children and staff.

This full-time, non-exempt role operates Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. No prior experience is required, but CPR/First Aid certification is preferred, and you must pass pre-employment screening.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• No prior experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes and maintain kitchen cleanliness.
• Perform routine cleaning throughout the center, including vacuuming, mopping, dusting, sanitizing, and trash removal.
• Clean and sanitize classroom tables before and after meals and snacks.
• Assist with serving meals and snacks to children.
• Support meal and snack preparation as directed.
• Unload and organize food deliveries and supplies.
• Assist in classrooms as needed to maintain appropriate staff-to-child ratios.
• Follow cleaning schedules and directions provided by supervisors.
• Maintain a safe, sanitary, and organized environment at all times.
• Work collaboratively with staff and provide courteous interactions with children, families, and coworkers.

Skills

Follow directions

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Customer service

Sanitation basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

JOB TITLE: Kitchen Aide / Janitorial Associate

DEPARTMENT: Child & Youth Services

SUPERVISOR’S TITLE: Preschool/Child Care Manager

POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None

JOB STATUS: Full Time, Non-Exempt

SCHEDULE: Monday–Friday; 9:00 am -3:00 pm

Summary:

Support the daily operations of a childcare center by maintaining cleanliness, assisting with food service, and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment for children and staff. This role combines kitchen aide responsibilities with janitorial duties and occasional classroom support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Wash dishes and maintain kitchen cleanliness
• Perform routine cleaning throughout the center, including vacuuming, mopping, dusting, sanitizing, and trash removal
• Clean and sanitize classroom tables before and after meals and snacks
• Assist with serving meals and snacks to children
• Support meal and snack preparation as directed
• Unload and organize food deliveries and supplies
• Assist in classrooms as needed to maintain appropriate staff-to-child ratios
• Follow cleaning schedules and directions provided by supervisors
• Maintain a safe, sanitary, and organized environment at all times
• Work collaboratively with staff and provide courteous interactions with children, families, and coworkers

Qualifications & Skills:

• Ability to follow directions and established routines
• Strong attention to detail, especially with cleaning tasks
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Friendly and professional communication and customer service skills
• Basic knowledge of kitchen and sanitation practices preferred

Physical & Work Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry cleaning supplies and equipment, including mop buckets
• Frequent standing, bending, lifting, and moving throughout the facility
• Ability to perform repetitive cleaning and kitchen tasks

Certifications & Training Requirements:

• CPR, First Aid, and Preventing Disease Transmission certification
• Pre-employment drug screening and physical
• Participation in required trainings

Additional Information:

For more information, please contact Angie Browning at [e-mail]

Blue River Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace

Requirements

Education/Experience Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required. No prior experience is required.