Senior Center Kitchen Aide & Delivery

County of Sandoval; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Sandoval is seeking a Kitchen Assistant at the CS Senior Center Rio Rancho to help prepare and serve meals for senior and homebound clients. You will assist cooks, manage dining area setup, and perform deliveries as required, with emphasis on safety and sanitation.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, six months in food service, a NM driver’s license, and ServSafe certification within six months. A background check and drug screening are part of the process.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and six months in food service.
• Valid NM driver’s license and ServSafe certification within 6 months.
• Background check and pre-employment drug screening required.
• Experience in large-scale kitchen operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation, volume cooking, and serving meals for seniors.
• Set up and clean dining and kitchen areas; deliver meals as needed.
• Assist with inventory, ordering, and food safety compliance.
• Operate kitchen equipment and maintain sanitary standards.

Skills

High-volume cooking

Food safety

Customer service

Kitchen equipment

Menu planning

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

County of Sandoval is seeking a Kitchen Assistant at the CS Senior Center Rio Rancho to help prepare and serve meals for senior and homebound clients. You will assist cooks, manage dining area setup, and perform deliveries as required, with emphasis on safety and sanitation.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, six months in food service, a NM driver’s license, and ServSafe certification within six months. A background check and drug screening are part of the process.