7234 Food Service Assistant I - DW Location TBD

Districtwide; Henderson (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson County Schools Districtwide in Henderson, KY seeks a Food Service Assistant I to support daily meal service for students and staff. The role includes cashiering, opening and maintaining serving areas, and ensuring food safety and cleanliness.

Starting date is to be determined; salary is hourly and based on experience. Requires 18+ years old with a high school diploma or GED and successful completion of background checks.

Qualifications

• Basic math and cashiering skills are required.
• Sanitation practices related to handling and serving food.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and work in a kitchen environment.
• Willingness to learn health and sanitation policies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food service facilities for serving; set out trays and steam table.
• Wash and prepare eating areas; keep serving areas clean and sanitary.
• Count money and operate cash register; make correct change.
• Sell foods and beverages and handle tickets and money accurately.
• Assist in storing unused food and disposing of leftovers and waste.

Skills

Basic math

Cashiering

Sanitation

Interpersonal skills

Lifting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

7234 Food Service Assistant I - DW Location TBD

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Job Details

Job ID: 5822341
Application Deadline: Jun 30, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Jul 08, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

BASIC FUNCTION: Perform routine food service activities related to the setting up of serving areas and the serving of food to students and staff; perform cashiering duties in the sale of food items to students and staff; maintain cleanliness of food service facilities.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Prepare food service facilities for the serving of food; count and set out an appropriate number of food trays; prepare the steam table for serving hot meals.
• Wash and prepare eating and serving areas; set out food, trays and beverages according to established procedures.
• Maintain work areas and serving areas in a clean, sanitary and safe condition; wash and clean counters and steam tables; wash and store pots, pans, trays and kitchen equipment.
• Heat, portion and serve food to students and staff according to established procedures.
• Count money and prepare moneyboxes or cash registers with appropriate amount and denominations of change.
• Sell a variety of foods and beverages and make proper change; collect tickets and money for meals and beverages sold and make appropriate change.
• Assist in storing unused food and supplies; dispose of unusable leftovers and garbage.
• Operate a variety of standard kitchen equipment such as a cash register, dishwasher, and ovens; report faulty equipment as necessary.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF and ABILITY TO:

• Standard kitchen equipment, utensils and measurements.
• Basic math and cashiering skills.
• Sanitation practices related to handling and serving food.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Proper lifting techniques.Prepare, cook, bake and serve a variety of foods in quantity at an assigned food service facility.
• Serve food in accordance with health and sanitation regulations.
• Learn and follow health and sanitation requirements.
• Maintain food service equipment and areas in a clean and sanitary condition.
• Operate a cash register and make change accurately.
• Learn, apply and explain policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Lift heavy objects.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:Must be at least 18 years of age, supply proof of a high schooldiploma or GED.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: a physical exam,TB risk assessment, CAN Check, drug screen and a criminal background check.This position's location and hours to be determined based on Meal Per Labor calculations for the 2026-2027 school year.

Salary is based on years of experience. Please seehttps://www.henderson.kyschools.us/page/salaries for our salary schedule and a breakdown of how employees are paid.

MUNIS Code: 7234

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $13.57 to $18.55 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Food Service

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required