SUPPORT TEAM WORKER (PART-TIME) - KITCHEN

Munis Self Service; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Barron Center in Portland, ME is seeking a Part-Time Kitchen Support Team Worker to assist in Nutrition Services. Responsibilities include tray setup for residents, dish washing, and other food service tasks. A high school diploma is required and prior food service experience is preferred.

Must lift up to 50 lbs and hold a Maine Class C driver’s license. Hours include Sunday and Monday 1pm-7pm and Wednesday 4:30pm-7pm; the role is unionized CEBA Grade 1M with starting pay of $19–$19.70 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school completion is required.

Responsibilities

• Tray set-up for individual residents.
• Dish washing.
• Additional food service and preparation related tasks.

Skills

HS Diploma

Food service exp

Lift up to 50 lbs

Follow instructions

Maine Class C license

Education

HS Diploma

Job description

SUPPORT TEAM WORKER (PART-TIME) - KITCHEN

About the Barron Center:
Come do good work with us! The Health & Human Services Department consists of four unique divisions; Barron Center, Elder Affairs, Public Health, and Social Services. We strive to enhance the health and well-being of the residents of Portland in collaboration with our community, state, and federal partners. The Barron Center is a long-term care facility with an excellent reputation for fostering a caring and creative work environment.

Job Summary:
We are currently seeking dedicated individuals to join our team who want to make a difference in their community and our residents' lives. The Kitchen Support Team Worker is an important role in our Nutrition Services department.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Tray set-up for individual residents
  
• Dish washing
  
• Additional food service and preparation related tasks

Skills & Experience: High school completion is required.

• Prior experience in a food service environment is strongly preferred.
  
• Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
  
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions
  
• Must possess valid Maine Class C driver’s license

Expected Hours/Schedule:
Part-time position, including weekends and rotating holidays, Sunday and Monday, 1pm-7pm and Wednesday 4:30pm-7pm.

Applications accepted until August 21, 2026.
The successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment physical exam. Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.

Salary:
This is a union position, CEBA Grade 1M, with a starting pay range of $19 - $19.70 per hour, based on relevant years of experience.

The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email [e-mail].