School Kitchen Assistant: Fresh Prep & Safe Service

Oregon-Child-Development-Coalition,-Inc.; Boardman (OR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC) is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support meal preparation and delivery in our Head Start program. You will help with buying, preparing, and inventorying food, while ensuring safe handling and sanitary conditions in our kitchen.

Responsibilities include maintaining FIFO, keeping daily food usage records, and assisting with classroom meals to minimize disruption. Pay ranges and benefits reflect comprehensive support for staff and families served.

Qualifications

• Experience working in meal preparation and planning.
• Familiarity with USDA guidelines and childcare food service requirements.
• Commitment to sanitary food handling and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare culturally and age-appropriate foods for children.
• Assist in purchasing, preparation and inventory of food items.
• Maintain FIFO food usage and daily food usage records.
• Deliver meals safely and on time to classrooms; maintain sanitation.
• Help keep kitchen and storage areas clean and organized; assist with cleanup.
• Substitute for Cook when needed; support Head Start program goals.

Skills

Meal preparation

Food safety

Inventory management

Record keeping

Team collaboration

Job description

The Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC) is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support meal preparation and delivery in our Head Start program. You will help with buying, preparing, and inventorying food, while ensuring safe handling and sanitary conditions in our kitchen.

Responsibilities include maintaining FIFO, keeping daily food usage records, and assisting with classroom meals to minimize disruption. Pay ranges and benefits reflect comprehensive support for staff and families served.