Part-Time Kitchen Aide for Meals on Wheels Prep

Voluntary Action Center of Northern Illinois; Sycamore (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Paid holidays & bereavement leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Opportunities for growth and dev

Supportive mission-focused team

Job summary

Voluntary Action Center in Sycamore, IL, is seeking a part-time Kitchen Assistant to support our Nutrition Program and help prepare meals for DeKalb County clients, including Meals on Wheels deliveries. This role offers up to 25 hours per week, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.

to 2 p.m., with occasional holiday shifts eligible for premium pay. You will work in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen, maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, and quality standards while assisting with dishwashing,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Kitchen or food service experience.
• Experience with batch or large-scale food preparation preferred.
• Illinois Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days).
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Reliable, team-oriented, and positive attitude.
• Passion for serving your community.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and package meals for delivery through our Meals on Wheels program.
• Support daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Operate commercial kitchen equipment (ovens, dishwashers, slicers, steam tables, etc.).
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and food safety standards.
• Assist with dishwashing, storage, and inventory organization.
• Step in to support batch cooking as needed.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure timely, high-quality service.

Skills

Kitchen operations

Food safety

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Illinois Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days)

Job description

Voluntary Action Center in Sycamore, IL, is seeking a part-time Kitchen Assistant to support our Nutrition Program and help prepare meals for DeKalb County clients, including Meals on Wheels deliveries. This role offers up to 25 hours per week, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.

to 2 p.m., with occasional holiday shifts eligible for premium pay. You will work in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen, maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, and quality standards while assisting with dishwashing,