Now Hiring: Food Prep Helper - Hawaiian Airlines Lounge.
Company: Sodexo Live!
Location: Portland International Airport (PDX).
Pay: $26.00 per hour.
Step into a warm, island-inspired hospitality environment at the Hawaiian Airlines Lounge. Sodexo Live! is seeking dependable and team-oriented Food Prep Helpers to support culinary operations in a premium lounge setting.
This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen environment, take pride in food preparation and cleanliness, and are passionate about contributing to an elevated guest experience through quality service and teamwork.
Schedule:
- Open availability preferred.
- Shifts may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Schedule may vary based on operational needs.
Your Impact:
As a Food Prep Helper, you will play an important role in supporting kitchen operations and ensuring guests receive fresh, high-quality food offerings by:
- Assisting culinary teams with food preparation and kitchen support tasks.
- Maintaining clean, sanitized, and organized work areas.
- Supporting efficient kitchen operations during busy service periods.
- Contributing to a safe, welcoming, and team-focused work environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Read recipes and product directions to assist with the preparation of hot and cold food items.
- Prepare ingredients using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment.
- Assist with basic cooking tasks, including preparing vegetables and proteins for salads and menu items.
- Clean and sanitize workstations, kitchen equipment, and production areas.
- Maintain organization and cleanliness throughout kitchen and prep areas.
- Support culinary and service teams during peak operational periods.
- Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines.
- Report to scheduled shifts on time and maintain reliable attendance.
- Perform additional duties as assigned based on operational needs and client requirements.
What We’re Looking For:
- 1 to 2 years of related experience in hospitality, food service, or similar environments preferred.
- Team-oriented with a positive and adaptable attitude.
- Reliable, detail-focused, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting.
- Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Professional demeanor with a guest-service mindset that reflects Hawaiian hospitality.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during shifts.
- Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, and repetitive motion tasks.
- Ability to lift and move supplies and kitchen items as needed.
- Comfortable working in varying kitchen temperatures and fast-paced environments.
Requirements:
- Must successfully pass a TSA background check and drug screening.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
- Open availability, including weekends and holidays.
Why Join Sodexo Live!
- Work in a premium airline lounge environment.
- Be part of a team delivering a high-end guest experience.
- Opportunities for growth and advancement within Sodexo Live!