Kitchen Aide (Casual)

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Portland Community College is the largest post-secondary institution in Oregon and 19th largest in the nation, serving approximately 80,000 full- and part-time students. With four comprehensive campuses, five workforce training and education centers, and 200 community locations in the Portland metropolitan area, our unique role is to make high-quality education accessible to everyone, creating opportunities for our students and contributing to the economic development of our community.

The Child Development Center Cook supports the preparation and service of nutritious meals and snacks for young children in a safe, clean, and welcoming environment. Responsibilities include assisting with food preparation, following menu and food-safety guidelines, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, washing dishes, organizing supplies, and supporting meal service and cleanup. The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, works well with others, and enjoys working in an early childhood setting.

What You'll Do and Who We Are Looking For

Position Summary:

The Cook assists with preparing and serving nutritious meals and snacks for children while maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen environment.

Location: Sylvania campus

Essential Duties:

• Assist with food preparation, portioning, and meal service.
• Follow established menus, recipes, and food safety guidelines.
• Wash dishes, clean kitchen surfaces, and maintain kitchen equipment.
• Store and organize food and kitchen supplies appropriately.
• Help maintain accurate food and sanitation records as required.
• Support classroom meal and snack routines as needed.
• Follow all childcare center health, safety, and sanitation policies.
• Work cooperatively with teachers, kitchen staff, and center leadership.

Qualifications:

• Previous food service or kitchen experience preferred.
• Knowledge of safe food handling and sanitation practices.
• Reliable, organized, and able to work as part of a team.
• Comfortable working around young children.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift/move kitchen supplies as needed.

This position will remain open until filled. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly.

Casual Employment at PCC

Casual Employment Categories

• Clerical/Administrative Support
• Service Assistant/Maintenance
• Skilled Craft
• Technical Assistant
• Professional
• Management/Supervisory

Casual Compensation Hourly Range

$16.80 - $16.80

Potential Benefits Eligibility

As a new Casual employee, you may be eligible for certain benefits through PCC, such as Oregon Sick Leave and retirement savings plans.

Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment

Portland Community College complies with the Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment law which provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. You will be given instructions during the application process to claim Veterans' Preference in the recruitment of this position, and to provide the documents required for verification of eligibility.

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