MU Student Kitchen Assistant 1

Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Oregon State University is hiring seven part-time Student Kitchen Assistants for the Memorial Union Teaching Kitchen (MUTK) in Corvallis. The role offers hands-on experience supporting culinary operations, education programs, and event logistics, up to 24 hours per week at $16.40 per hour.

Duties include maintaining cleanliness, following safety policies, assisting with dishes and inventory, setting up events, and helping with registrations.

Qualifications

• Must be academically enrolled in university and pursuing a program or course of study.
• Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment.
• Undergrad international/student credit hour requirements apply per term.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment, tools, and surfaces before, during, and after events with compliance of Oregon Health Authority.
• Follow MUTK and campus policies related to food handling, storage, hygiene, and allergen awareness.
• Assist with dishwashing, inventory checks, and proper disposal of food waste.
• Set up and break down kitchen space for classes, private events, or community meals.
• Help with logistics during programs including managing registration check-in, distributing materials, and supporting guest instructors.
• Provide courteous, informative support to class/event attendees, volunteers and guests while promoting inclusive dialogue around food, culture, and sustainability.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Professionalism

Equity & Inclusion

Customer service

Education

Enrolled at OSU

Job description

Job Description

This recruitment will be used to fill 7 part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Student Kitchen Assistants for the Memorial Union Teaching Kitchen at Oregon State University (OSU).

The MUTK Kitchen Assistant 1 plays a vital role in supporting the culinary operations, educational programming, and event logistics of the Memorial Union Teaching Kitchen (MUTK). This entry-level student position offers meaningful, hands‑on experience in food preparation, kitchen safety, customer service, and event support within a collaborative and inclusive learning environment.

This position is ideal for students interested in culinary arts, nutrition, event planning, hospitality, or cultural programming. The Kitchen Assistant 1 will contribute to the Teaching Kitchen's mission of fostering community, cross-cultural understanding, and wellness through shared food experiences.

Students who excel in this role may advance to positions with greater responsibility, gaining transferable skills and professional experience that prepare them for success in future employment.

Wage compensation for this role is $16.40 /hour

Position Duties

• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of all kitchen equipment, tools, and surfaces before, during, and after events with compliance of Oregon Health Authority.
• Follow all MUTK and campus policies related to food handling, storage, hygiene, and allergen awareness.
• Assist with dishwashing, inventory checks, and proper disposal of food waste.
• Set up and break down kitchen space for classes, private events, or community meals.
• Help with logistics during programs including managing registration check-in, distributing materials, and supporting guest instructors.
• Provide courteous, informative support to class/event attendees, community volunteers, and guests while representing the MUTK in promoting inclusive and respectful dialogue around food, culture, and sustainability. Supporting volunteers in the proper and safe use of larger MUTK equipment with potential risks

Transferable Skill Development

OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career‑readiness skills in the primary areas below:

Communication, Teamwork, Professionalism, Equity & Inclusion

Qualifications

• Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/student-employment-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements
• Must be academically enrolled in university and pursuing a program or course of study
• Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
• Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
• Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
• Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
• Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*
• *International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered "full-time" by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.

Working Conditions/Schedule

Work hours vary based on events but can range anywhere from 2 hours to 20 hours a week.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval

Anticipated Start Date: 2026-11-02