Work Study - Child Development Center Kitchen Support

Des Moines Area Community College; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

The work study program at Des Moines Area Community College provides funds for part-time employment to help students finance postsecondary education, with opportunities to support the DMACC Child Development Center. It is designed for students to balance work with class schedules while serving the college and community.

Responsibilities include assisting with meals, maintaining a clean kitchen, and ensuring compliance with CACFP and Iowa health regulations.

Qualifications

• Must pass background check and required trainings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with team and supervisors.
• Attention to cleanliness, food safety, and sanitation practices.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Able to lift and move food, dishes, and supplies and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Support daily food service operations of the DMACC Child Development Center by assisting with meal preparation, dishwashing, food service, and meal documentation.
• Create positive mealtime experiences that support the health, development, and well-being of the children while enrolled at the Center.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy kitchen environment.
• Ensure compliance with CACFP and Iowa HHS regulations, and following food safety procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Background check compliance

Communication

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Physical stamina

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This Vacancy Requires:

• A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and or "See Resume" will not be accepted
• Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scans, photos, or unofficial copies are acceptable. Official transcripts will be collected upon hire (if applicable)

Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employersponsorship. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonableaccommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at(515) 964-6479 or by [e-mail] .

*The application form will be used to screen applicants for requiredqualifications and for salary placement of finalist(s). Please includeall relevant work experience.

Position Information

Job Title

Campus

Job Number

Job Number 27-W44

Employment Date

Employment Date As soon as possible.

Job Category

Job Category Student Positions

Application & Position Information Call

Jenn Whitted at [e-mail] or [phone].

Salary Information

$14.00 per hour.

Job Summary

The work study program provides funds for part-time employment to help students finance the costs of postsecondary education. The program encourages community service work and work related to the student’s course of study. The program is designed to provide students with an opportunity for employment arranged around class schedules, while providing essential services to the College and the community.

Essential Functions

• Support the daily food service operations of the DMACC Child Development Center by assisting with meal preparation, dishwashing, food service, and meal documentation.
• Create positive mealtime experiences that support the health, development, and well-being of the children while enrolled at the Center.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy kitchen environment.
• Ensure compliance with CACFP and Iowa HHS regulations, and following food safety procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must pass all background check/fingerprint requirements and complete required trainings.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, communicate effectively with team members and supervisors, receive and respond to feedback professionally, and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness, food safety, and sanitation practices.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move food, dishes, and kitchen supplies and to stand for extended periods.

Work Schedule

Up to 20 hours per week. Hours vary between 11:00am – 4:00pm, Monday – Friday.

Posting Date

Posting Date 08/31/2026

Deadline for Submitting Applications

Deadline for Submitting Applications 06/30/2027

Open Until Filled No

Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law.

Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Executive Campus Dean’s office, the Executive Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO /AA Officer, Human Resources https://www.dmacc.edu/hr/index.html .

ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ ADA Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone [phone], [e-mail] .

Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: [phone], FAX : [phone], TDD 800-877-8339, Email: OCR [e-mail] .

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you eligible for Work Study?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you enrolled in financial aid eligible courses as a DMACC student?
  • Yes
  • No
• Please provide your student schedule.

  (Open Ended Question)

• Have you completed the DMACC Employment Application (all personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions)?
  • Yes
  • No (If no, please return to the application and complete all additional information.)