Kitchen Aid/Janitorial Associate

Blue River Services, Inc; Corydon (IN); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue River Services, Inc. in Corydon, IN, seeks a Kitchen Aide / Janitorial Associate to support a childcare center. You will help maintain cleanliness, assist with food service, and ensure a safe, sanitary environment for children and staff.

Schedule is Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–3:00 pm. This full-time, non-exempt role requires a high school diploma or equivalent; certification in CPR/First Aid is preferred, and pre-employment screenings apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• No prior experience required.
• CPR, First Aid certification preferred or required per training policies.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes and maintain kitchen cleanliness.
• Perform routine cleaning and sanitation throughout the center.
• Clean and sanitize classroom tables before and after meals.
• Assist with serving meals and snacks to children.
• Support meal and snack preparation as directed.

Skills

Follow directions

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Sanitation practices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

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.

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

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.