Job Details

Kitchen Assistant - McCall Field Campus

Position Number: 6476168
Location: Moscow, ID
Position Type: Food Services

Kitchen Assistant - McCall Field Campus

Posting Number: SP004983P
Division/College: College of Natural Resources
Department: McCall Field Campus
Location: McCall

Posting Context Statement:

This position is based at the UI McCall Field Campus (MFC), home of McCall Outdoor Science school and MNR Graduate Degree Program. The campus hosts outdoor education programs for thousands of guests each year from pre-K to adult. The incumbent will assist in providing food service for small and large groups that come to campus year-round.

Position Overview:

The Kitchen Assistant reports to the McCall Field Campus Food Systems and Sustainability Manager. The position will work with the Food Systems and Sustainability Manager and Food Services Assistant Manager to provide food service for McCall Field Campus Guests. Duties include planning and preparing meals for guests and supervising student employees during meal service, supporting relationships with local food producers, and educating McCall Field Campus guests about nutrition and campus sustainability initiatives.

Required Experience:

Working in a team to accomplish shared goals

Required Education:

None

Required Other:

Idaho Food Handler Certification or ability to obtain within two weeks of hire

Additional Preferred:

6 months experience in institutional kitchens, restaurant kitchens, or other food service
Experience cooking for large groups (40+)
Culinary Training
Experience with and/or knowledge of dietary restrictions and food allergies, including proper food handling and workspace management
Experience with sustainable food systems, including working relationships with farmers and other producers, and sustainable food waste management
Experience with outdoor education and/or science education for children

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Ability to:
- Perform repetitive motions, bending, stooping, and standing throughout shift
- Work on wet surfaces, around steam and cooking heat
- Lift, carry, and/or otherwise move items weighing up to 50 lbs

Degree Requirement:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employee Category: Classified
Pay Range: $16.00 per hour or higher depending on experience and education
Type of Appointment: _of_Appointment
FTE:

1.0

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding: This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: Uncertain
Posting Date: 08/18/2025
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:

This position is open until filled. Priority will be given to applicants who have submitted their materials by September 1st, 2025.

Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement:

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/49258

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.