Kitchen Production Assistant - Contract Meal Kitchen - 10 mo

Contract Meal Services; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Westside Community Schools Contract Meal Services in Omaha, NE is seeking a part-time Kitchen Production Assistant for the 10-month Contract Meal Kitchen program. Starting immediately, you will assist with food preparation, operate kitchen equipment, and help ensure accurate portioning for meals.

You will collaborate with school staff and students in a busy kitchen, adhere to safety and sanitation standards, complete cleaning tasks, and support the Nutrition Services department.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in food service and production.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Ability to follow directions from Kitchen Manager.
• Knowledge of cleaning kitchen and food preparation.
• Excellent counting skills.

Responsibilities

• Kitchen food preparation and production.
• Operate all kitchen equipment for food prep.
• Maintain accurate counting of portions and related food production data.
• Clean kitchen and equipment as required.
• Transport and handle cases of food, beverages, and supplies.
• Work with school staff, students, and community.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food service exp

Communication

Following directions

Kitchen cleaning

Counting skills

Job description

Kitchen Production Assistant - Contract Meal Kitchen - 10 mo

Westside Community Schools Contract Meal Services - Omaha, Nebraska Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5953816

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 07, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

WESTSIDECOMMUNITYSCHOOLS

909 South 76th St.

Omaha,NE 68114

POSITION: KITCHENPRODUCTION ASSISTANT—CONTRACT MEAL KITCHEN - 10 month - Part-Time

DEPARTMENT: NutritionServices

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• KitchenFoodPreparation and Production
• Be able to use all kitchen equipment necessary for preparation of food
• Must be able maintain consistent and accurate counting of portions, portion sizing, and related accounting of food production
• Cleaning of kitchen and equipment as required
• Be able to carry cases of food, beverages, paper goods and prepared food
• Ability to work with school staff, students, and community
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED

• Previous experience in food service and food production
• Ability to communicate well with others
• Ability to take direction from Kitchen Manager
• Knowledge and ability of cleaning kitchen and preparation of food
• Strong counting skills

PREFERRED

• Knowledge and understanding of the Federal School Breakfast and Lunch Program requirements and regulations including:
  • Offer vs. Serve
  • Qualifications for a reimbursable meal
  • Knowledge of portion sizes and proper kitchen procedures
  • Serve Safe Certified in food handling
  • Experience in quantity food production

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (ADA Compliance Regulations)

• Be able to lift boxes or containers weighing 40+ lbs.
• Be able to stand on feet to perform job responsibilities

Note: Background checks physical and drug testing are required in the hiring process.

All benefits are available as stated in the Local 226 contract between the Nutrition Service Employees and the Board of Education of the Westside Community Schools, School District 66.

Will train interested and qualified parties.

Westside Community Schools is an EEO employer

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $19.36 to $19.36 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required