Temporary Weekend Café Assistant
BBSI on behalf of our client is seeking a Temporary Weekend Café Assistant to support a faith-based church café ministry focused on creating community and connection. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hospitality, food service, and serving others in a welcoming church environment.
Applicants must be comfortable working within a Christian ministry setting and willing to align with the organization’s Statement of Faith and Core Beliefs.
Position Details
- Position Type: Temporary, Part-Time, Non-Exempt
- Pay Rate: $16.40/hour
- Schedule: 10–15 hours per week, primarily weekends and special events
- Assignment Duration: June–August 2026
Position Summary
The Weekend Café Assistant works closely with the Café Manager and volunteers to support café operations during church services and events. The café serves as a ministry designed to help people connect and build community within the church family.
Qualifications
- High school diploma preferred
- Previous food service experience preferred
- Current Oregon Food Handler’s Card required
Required Skills & Abilities
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work cooperatively with volunteers and staff
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- Good time management and ability to work independently
- Basic knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment and food preparation
- Understanding of sanitation standards and health codes
- Ability to safely use cleaning supplies and equipment
- Basic computer skills for email and time entry
- Good judgment and professionalism during services and events
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged standing, walking, bending, twisting, kneeling, and reaching
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to work in an active kitchen environment
Essential Duties
- Assist with meal and food preparation
- Help guide and support café volunteers
- Maintain safe food handling and sanitation practices
- Clean and organize kitchen, preparation areas, utensils, and equipment
- Assist with café cleanup after services and events
- Monitor inventory and communicate supply needs to Café Manager
- Ensure food presentation meets established standards
- Serve as backup support for Café Manager when needed
- Perform other duties as assigned
This is a temporary opportunity within a faith-based organization dedicated to serving its community through hospitality and ministry.
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