Community Kitchen Assistant

Position Details

Position Information

Job Title

Community Kitchen Assistant

Appointment Type

Student Employee

Job Location

Corvallis

Position Appointment Percent

Appointment Basis

Pay Method

Hourly

Pay Period

16th - 15th of the following month

Pay Date

Last working day of the month

Remote or Hybrid option?

Min Hourly Rate

14.70 (Standard); $13.70 (Non-Urban); $15.95 (Portland Metro)

Max Hourly Rate

17.00 (Standard); $16.50 (Non-Urban); $18.00 (Portland Metro)

Position Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill six (6) part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) entry level Kitchen Positions for the Memorial Union Global Community Kitchen (GCK) at Oregon State University (OSU).

Anticipated starting hourly rate : $15.90. Anticipated hours per week : 10-15 hours.

The Memorial Union (MU) is the campus student union and a department of the division of Student Affairs. The MU is geographically located in the middle of the campus and is considered the "living room of campus". The MU welcomes students, faculty, staff, visitors and the local community to campus, and its mission is to provide learning experiences and opportunities for personal growth in an open, inclusive and resource-rich community where student and staff collaborate with a Student Advisory Board, who are influential to the character and scope of the department and provide the budget recommendations for the facilities the MU is charged with, services and programs. The MU provides community centered inclusive facilities and space that creates an environment for building meaningful relationships. The Memorial Union exists to develop students, create learning opportunities and provide quality facilities and services.

Position Duties

The Global Community Kitchen enhances campus programming by partnering with students to utilize food for cultural sharing, learning, and community building. The program provides advising, resources and support in the planning, development, and serving of food as the focus or a component of programming.

• Support in overseeing food preparation of volunteers using commercial kitchen equipment while following proper safety protocols.
• Set up, serve, and break down food lines for events, ensuring food is prepared and served safely and efficiently.
• Fostering a sense of unity and belonging by assisting volunteers with questions about menu items, dietary needs, and kitchen guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, adhering to Benton County Health food service sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with team members to support event logistics, maintaining inventory, and administrative tasks as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here : http : / / fa.oregonstate.edu / stu-manual / 500-employment-eligibility-requirements

High School student : Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program

Additional Required Qualifications

Must obtain an Oregon Food Handlers Card prior to beginning employment.

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. And standing for extended periods of time.

Preferred (Special) Qualifications

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Expected to work frequent evening and weekend hours, as required, to support programming

Required to attend weekly staff meetings, supervisory meetings and professional development sessions

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

P11850SE

Number of Vacancies

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date

04 / 07 / 2025

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Posting Date

02 / 21 / 2025

Full Consideration Date

Closing Date

03 / 03 / 2025

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search

Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified / eligible students

Special Instructions to Applicants

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents :

For additional information please contact : Joseph Russo at joseph.russo@oregonstate.edu

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial / ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Note : All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval

Salary : $16 - $18