Enjoy mornings? So do we.
Some of the most important moments in a preschooler's day happen around the table.
As a Kitchen Assistant at Kamaʻāina Kids, you'll help prepare and serve nutritious meals, keep our kitchen running smoothly, and lend a hand wherever it's needed—all while enjoying a consistent weekday schedule and working alongside a supportive preschool team.
No late nights. No restaurant rush. Just meaningful work that makes a difference every day.
📍Hawaii Kai
🕒 Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 12:30 PM
You'll help create a welcoming mealtime experience for our preschoolers by:
Preparing and serving catered breakfasts, lunches, and snacks
Keeping the kitchen clean, organized, and ready for each day
Following food safety and sanitation procedures
Helping teachers with simple classroom tasks when extra hands are needed
Pitching in wherever the team needs support
Every day is a little different—which keeps the work interesting and rewarding.
Enjoy Your Afternoons
Consistent morning schedule
Evenings and weekends off
A Team That Feels Like Family
Friendly coworkers who help one another
Positive, welcoming preschool environment
Work That Matters
Play an important role in caring for Hawaiʻi's keiki
Help create healthy routines children rely on every day
No Restaurant Pressure
Family-style preschool kitchen
Steady pace in a supportive setting
Are dependable and enjoy staying organized
Like working in a clean, active environment
Enjoy being around young children
Work well independently and as part of a team
Take pride in helping others
Kitchen experience is helpful, but a great attitude and reliability are even more important.
Eligible employees enjoy a competitive benefits package that may include:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Childcare tuition discounts (up to 75%)
Paid training and career development
Tuition reimbursement
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays (eligible positions)
A workplace where you're appreciated and supported
Visit our Career Site for more info on Benefits
We’re a local nonprofit serving Hawaiʻi’s families and keiki. Our team is built on care, connection, and the belief that every child—and every employee—matters.
If you’re looking for a consistent schedule, a positive team, and meaningful work, we’d love to meet you.
Aikahi Preschool | Kailua, Oʻahu
$17–$18.50/hour to start + $500 New Hire Bonus
Please indicate your location preferences on your online application.
*Must be eligible to work in the U.S. and reside in Hawai‘i (or have plans to relocate).
Kama‘āina Kids is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences within our workforce ‘ohana.
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Kama‘aina Kids is a private, non-profit, multi-service organization dedicated to serving children and their families through quality childcare programs. Our services include, but are not limited to, preschool programs, before & afterschool programs, day camps, environmental education programs, enrichment programs, sports clinics, convention childcare and hotel programs.
Kama‘aina Kids is made up of several divisions employing approximately 1,000 employees and serving nearly 9,700 children and families daily. We are currently one of the largest childcare providers in the State of Hawaii.
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