Top 46 Kitchen prep Jobs in Auburn, Me

Kitchen Prep Assistant
Bowdoin College —Brunswick, ME
- $19.65 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Kitchen Prep Assistant
Bowdoin College —Brunswick, ME
- $19.65 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
6d
Kitchen Staff
George's Pizza —Auburn, ME
- $16 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- In person
- Casual dining restaurant
- Cooking
- In-person
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Cook (part-time)
Bowdoin College —Brunswick, ME
- $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- ServSafe
- Customer service
5d
Cook (late-night shift, part-time)
Bowdoin College —Brunswick, ME
- $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- ServSafe
- Customer service
5d
Experienced Line Cook/Prep Cook
Old Smith Farm —Falmouth, ME
- $22 - $26 an hour
- Part-time
- US work authorization
- Organizational skills
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
2d
Experienced Line Cook
King's Head Pub Freeport —Freeport, ME
- $22 - $26 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Entry level
- Kitchen
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COOK - 19th Hole Golf Course
Cove Communities —Casco, ME
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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LINE COOK
Cove Communities —Casco, ME
- $21 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to stand for extended periods
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Full time Prep Cook
Rusty Lantern Markets LLC —Lisbon, ME
- $17 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Organizational skills
- Ability to lift 25 pounds
- Entry level
- Store discount
- Paid holidays
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9d
Cook
Metz Culinary Management —Lewiston, ME
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Pass drug screening
- Math
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5d
Line Cook
Legends Sports Bar and Grill —Lewiston, ME
- From $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Line Cook/Prep Cook
Poland Provisions —Poland, ME
- $16 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Culinary experience
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Food service
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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5d
Line Cook (Cook I)
LOST VALLEY MANAGEMENT LLC —Auburn, ME
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to stand for extended periods
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Prep Cook Full-Time
Oxford Casino · Hotel & Sportsbook —Oxford, ME
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Hotel
- Restaurant
Quick Apply
Dishwasher/Food Prep
The Falmouth Country Club —Falmouth, ME
- $19 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- English
- US work authorization
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Prep Cook/Line Cook
Solo Pane —Bath, ME
- From $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Basic math
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Math
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Cook / prep
Elevenses —Brunswick, ME
- $17 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Fair chance
- In-person
- Restaurant experience
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
Quick Apply
3d
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Freeport Cafe —Freeport, ME
- $20 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Fast casual restaurant
- Cooking
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Quick Apply
5d
Summer Music Camp Cook-Starts July 1
Camp Encore/ Coda —Sweden, ME
- $900 - $950 a week
- Temporary
- Mentoring
- In-person
- Entry level
Quick Apply
14d

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Kitchen Prep Assistant

Bowdoin College -
Brunswick, ME

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Job Details

Full-time
$19.65 an hour
6 days ago

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Referral program
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Customer service
High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

Posting Details

Title

Kitchen Prep Assistant

Posting Number

S01561JP

Department

Dining Service - Moulton Union

Job Summary

Located in Brunswick, Maine, Bowdoin College boasts a student population of almost 2000. Our Dining Services Department makes everything from scratch and are consistently rated in the top 10 for college dining! We have our own butcher shop, bakeshop, and organic garden that all supply food to our two dining halls and three retail locations.

Bowdoin is seeking a Kitchen Prep Assistant/Production Assistant to join our team at Thorne Hall.

Under supervision of the Head Chef, Assistant Chef/Cold Food Production Coordinator, with guidance from Production Assistant Lead, the Kitchen Prep Assistant/Production Assistant is responsible for preparation of daily cold food items to recipe specifications. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Prepare ingredients for use in recipes for both hot and cold food production
Read recipes and prepare to specifications
Assist with set up, service, and clean-up of food serving line
Follow appropriate food handling and storage procedures
Serve food in serving line while adhering to portion control and serving procedures
Monitor and record refrigerator or freezer temperature readings
Assist with cold food production and assembly for catering functions
Operate cold food prep equipment
Provide routine and thorough cleaning of storage, cooking, serving, holding, dispensing equipment, and area. Empty trash. Assist in keeping the dining rooms neat and clean
Adhere to safety and sanitation guidelines, including related documentation
May operate computerized board checking system and perform other cash transactions
May assist in customer service functions

The regular work schedule for this position are Tuesday through Friday 12:30 PM – 8:30 PM, Saturday 6:30 AM – 2:30 PM, and Sunday & Monday off.

This position would start around mid-August.

Compensation:

The pay rate for this position is $19.65 per hour, and this role is eligible for overtime and shift/weekend differential
Shift Differentials: 10% for 2nd shift, 15% for 3rd shift, plus an additional $1.00/hour for weekend hours
New employees in Dining will receive a $500 sign-on bonus (paid after 90 days and upon meeting eligibility requirements)

Benefits and Perks:

Medical Insurance (Effective on date of hire)
Vision and Dental Insurance
Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
$1,000 Employee Referral Program Bonus
Generous Retirement Plan – 10.12% annual compensation contribution (Eligible after 1 year of service and age 26 )
Accrue up to 10 day of vacation (1st year), 15 days (2nd year)
Accrue up to 12 days of personal/sick time
17 Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave (After 1 year)
Access to many of the College’s facilities including the gym and pool (Including household)
Free fitness and wellness classes
And more: https://www.bowdoin.edu/hr/benefits-perks/index.html

Education/Skills Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Current ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain within 6 months of employment)
Working knowledge of basic food preparation techniques and their application in catering and/or institutional settings.
Demonstrated reliability as well as neat and clean appearance
Ability to follow written and oral direction
Commitment to customer service
Ability to multi-task

Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents

Two years of food service or closely related experience
Prior experience with food preparation techniques and their application in institutional settings preferred

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in this posting to be considered for hire.

Standard Work Days and Hours

This is a full-time, year-round position, working 40 hours per week for 38 weeks per year (0.73 FTE). The role includes occasional overtime, weekends, holidays, and weather emergencies, as well as coverage during major college events such as Parents Weekend, Commencement, and Reunions. The regular work schedule for this position is as follows:

Tuesday through Friday 12:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Saturday 6:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Sunday & Monday off

Employment at Bowdoin College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job related).

We regret that Bowdoin College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.

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About Bowdoin

Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms, and the College is home to talented students, faculty and staff—with a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; religious beliefs; and gender identities, among other factors.

We encourage applications from candidates committed to the support of an inclusive campus community and those who will enrich and contribute to the College’s multifaceted diversity. We value a community in which individuals of all backgrounds are warmly welcomed and encouraged to succeed.

Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts for well over 200 years. Bowdoin’s reputation as a preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of community; and connections to the people, history, and natural beauty of Maine.

Bowdoin’s campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting. Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston.

Shift

Second Shift

Employment Category

Full Time Academic Year

FTE

0.73

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Pay Type

Hourly

Background Check Package Requirements

Support Staff

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Bowdoin vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?

Is a pre-placement physical required for this position?

Yes

Posting Date

06/29/2026

Applications Accepted Until

Open Until Filled

Type of Posting

Internal/External

Special Instructions to Applicants

If selected as a finalist, you will be required to submit information for three references, including name, email address, phone number and how you know the reference.

EEO Information

Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses.

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