Kitchen Assistant

Company: Kansas State University
Location: Olathe
Posted on: May 17, 2025

Job Description:

About This Role
K-State Olathe is looking for an individual to join the Food Programs and Services team as the Kitchen Assistant. The Kitchen Assistant works directly with the Manager, Food Program and Services and other University staff to support the planning and execution of food programs, events and classes. This position will be focused on kitchen and facilities maintenance and sanitation, with responsibilities branching into program assistance and food preparation. This position is part-time (16 hours per week), non-exempt.
Responsibilities include:

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• Assist in developing and executing food programs.
  
• Assist with Sensory and Consumer Research Center use of kitchen facilities.
  
• Food and materials preparation for events and programming.
  
• Develop relationships with clients, guests, students and University faculty and staff, while maintaining a professional image.
  
• Help maintain kitchen hygiene
  
  About Us
  Kansas State University's Olathe campus was launched in April 2011 and is the newest campus in the university's system. The campus is located in Johnson County and the Greater Kansas City metro area. The campus is a strategic partner of the Johnson County Education and Research Triangle, which was created in 2008 when residents invested in the county's future by voting for a one-eighth cent sales tax. The proceeds from this tax generate more than $20 million a year to fund higher education through a unique partnership among Johnson County, the University of Kansas, and Kansas State University.
  
  K-State Olathe provides a unique work culture that offers a variety of professional development opportunities and a community building committee to organize campus wide activities that have included social gatherings, service opportunities, and team building workshops. Professional development opportunities on campus and in the community that employees regularly participate in, employee tuition assistance for academic programs, on campus lunch and learns, professional development workshops on campus, Leadership Olathe, various regional Chamber activities.
  Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available, please visit:
  
  Worksite Option
  This position is on-site.
  What You'll Need to Succeed
  Minimum Qualifications:
  
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  • High School Diploma (or work equivalent).
    
    Preferred Qualifications:
    
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    • Previous experience working in a kitchen
      
    • Expected to work 16 hours per week
      
    • Willing to work flexible hours and days
      
    • Detail oriented
      
    • Evidence of being a self-starter
      
    • Ability to work independently and in team settings
      
    • Ability to problem solve and think creatively
      
    • Excellent communication skills
      
    • Must have own transportation
      
      Sponsorship eligibility:
      Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.
      How to Apply
      Please submit the following documents:
      
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      • A cover letter
        
      • Resume listing education, employment history and other relevant professional information.
        
      • The contact information of three (3) professional references.
        
        For questions regarding the position, please contact Bryan Severns, Manager, Food Programs and Services, at or (913)-307-7317. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Roberta Robinson, Human Resources Manager, at (913.307.7316)
        Screening of Applications Begins
        Immediately and continues until position is filled.
        Anticipated Hiring Pay Range
        $15.50-$17.50 hourly
        
        
        

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