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Bilingual Kitchen Assistant Relief Nursery, Inc. Springfield, OR Job Details Full-time $19.95 - $21.45 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Mileage reimbursement Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Cell phone reimbursement Employee assistance program Vision insurance Loan forgiveness Paid sick time Qualifications Bilingual Microsoft Word Kitchen health and safety standards Computer operation Spanish Teamwork Microsoft Excel Food service health code compliance Computer literacy Basic math English Food safety sanitizing procedures Attention to detail Food service experience Food Handler Certification Full Job Description Help Nourish Healthy Futures for Children and Families At Relief Nursery, we know that nutritious meals play an important role in helping young children learn, grow, and thrive. We're looking for a Spanish-English bilingual Kitchen Assistant to help prepare healthy meals and snacks for children ages 0-5 and support a welcoming, family-centered environment. If you enjoy working as part of a team, take pride in maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, and want your work to have a meaningful impact on children and families, we'd love to hear from you. Why Relief Nursery? For over 50 years, Relief Nursery has helped children and families thrive through a unique, research-based model of early intervention and family support that has expanded across Oregon. Our Kitchen Team helps create a positive experience for children and families by providing nutritious meals and snacks that support healthy development. As part of a collaborative team, you'll play an important role in a mission-driven organization dedicated to strengthening families and building resilient children.

Position Details Schedule:

12 hours per week (0.3 FTE)

Hours:

Tuesday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Location:

Springfield, Oregon Pay:

$19.95-$21.45 per hour, depending on qualifications What We Offer Employees working less than 30 hours per week are eligible for: Employee Assistance Program Paid sick leave accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked Paid 30-minute lunch break when applicable Mileage reimbursement Monthly cell phone allowance when required by the position Professional development and training opportunities Opportunities for internal growth and promotion Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer A supportive, mission-driven team environment What You'll Do Prepare, assemble, and deliver nutritious meals and snacks for classrooms and family programs. Maintain food safety, sanitation, and kitchen organization, including cleaning, storage, labeling, and temperature monitoring. Receive and store food deliveries and help maintain inventory, records, meal counts, and USDA reporting requirements. Support laundry and other operational tasks that help the program run smoothly. Collaborate with staff to support a safe, welcoming environment for children and families. You'll Be a

Great Fit If You:

Are fluent in Spanish and English. Enjoy working behind the scenes to support children and families. Take pride in keeping spaces clean, organized, and safe. Work well as part of a team. Are dependable, flexible, and detail-oriented. Can manage multiple tasks in a busy environment. Value treating children, families, and coworkers with respect and compassion. Qualifications Required Spanish-English bilingual skills. At least 6 months of food service work or volunteer experience, preferably in an early learning, school, or family services setting. Knowledge of safe food preparation, storage, and sanitation practices. Ability to read, write, and perform basic math calculations. Basic computer skills, including email, Microsoft Word, and Excel. Valid Food Handler's Card or ability to obtain one before hire. Ability to pass a criminal background check through the Department of Early Learning and Care's Central Background Registry. Preferred Experience in an early learning, school, or family services setting. Knowledge of USDA Child Nutrition Program requirements, meal count reporting, food ordering procedures, and computer-based recordkeeping systems. Physical Requirements Ability to stand or walk for most of the workday, reach overhead and below shoulder level, perform repetitive food preparation and cleaning tasks, and regularly lift and move boxes, supplies, carts, or kitchen equipment weighing up to 40 pounds. Ready to Make a Difference? If you're looking for a part-time position where your work directly supports children and families in our community, we'd love to hear from you. Please review the full job description on our website under Bilingual Kitchen Assistant - Relief Nursery. Apply through Indeed or send your resume to . Pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check through the Central Background Registry required. Position will remain open until filled. Relief Nursery is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

Pay:

$19.95 - $21.45 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Food service: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

Spanish (Required)

Work Location:

In person