Food Technician

About This Role

The Kansas State University - Olathe (https://olathe.k-state.edu/) kitchen operations team seeks a part-time Food Technician to support food stimuli production for a study being conducted at the University of Kansas, Lawrence (KU).

The successful candidate will be responsible for the preparation, portioning, and packaging of standardized food stimuli to be used in a controlled research protocol. Work will primarily take place at the Kansas State University Olathe campus at a designated food preparation facility.

• Work will consist of monthly food stimuli production.
• Each month will consist of limited (up to 3 days per month), sequentially scheduled workdays and may include transportation of prepared materials to KU.

About Us

Kansas State University Olathe, founded in 2011, is the newest campus in the K-State system and serves the Johnson County and Greater Kansas City region. As a partner in the Johnson County Education and Research Triangle, the campus supports higher education through a unique local investment. K-State Olathe also offers a collaborative culture with strong professional development, tuition assistance, and campus community-building opportunities.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site. All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Minimum Qualifications:
• Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent)
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to transport study materials between sites
• Preferred Qualifications:
• A bachelor’s degree in food science or a related field by the start date
• 1 year of relevant experience in food production, food handling, or laboratory environments
• Demonstrated ability to follow detailed instructions and adhere to standardized procedures
• Strong attention to detail as evidenced by application materials and/or work history
• Excellent verbal communication and organizational skills
• Prior experience in food science, food production, or commercial kitchen environments
• Training or coursework in food safety, food handling, or quality control
• Experience working in research settings or regulated environments
• Ability to work independently while maintaining consistency and accuracy
• Flexibility and reliability in a part-time work schedule

Additional Role Information

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment
• Work schedule will be Wednesday, Thursday, Friday the second week in the month

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

• Cover letter
• CV or Resume that includes education and employment history
• Three professional references with contact information

Application Window

Applications close on: July 12, 2026. Application review will begin on or after the close date. Anticipated Hiring Pay Range: $25.32 per hour