Cafe Staff Assistant (Part-time) SY 26-27

Young World Physical Education; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Goodyear, Arizona is seeking a part-time Cafe Staff Assistant. The role involves preparing and serving food to students in a courteous manner, organizing equipment, and following health regulations. Candidates should be skilled in food safety and customer service, with a general understanding of food preparation methods. This position requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining effective relationships with students and staff.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of materials and methods used in large scale food preparation.
• Skill in the use of kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Ability to maintain working relationships with staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and other food items.
• Monitor food and equipment temperatures.
• Organize and set up equipment and workstations.

Skills

General knowledge of food preparation

Ability to follow food safety procedures

Customer service skills

Basic ability to read and understand English

Job description

Cafe Staff Assistant (Part-time) SY 26-27

Diocese of Phoenix Catholic Schools
St. John Vianney Catholic School - Goodyear, Arizona

Job ID: 5502784

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jan 16, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Objective: Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and other food to children and adults in a courteous customer service-oriented manner. Organize and set up equipment and workstations. Perform duties following health, food service, government, and other regulations. Demonstrate proper equipment operation skills. Assist in caring for students in the cafeteria.

Essential Functions:

• Practice personal hygiene and proper sanitation procedures.
• Follows approved food safety procedures.
• Turn on, test, and monitor equipment at the beginning of the day.
• Monitor food and equipment temperatures at all times.
• According to written, oral instructions, food preparation follows wellness policy, Avondale School District, and Health Department guidelines.
• Loads carts, food warmers, trays, etc., to ensure that food and/or beverage items are available for transport to other areas of the facility (preschool & Kindergarten classes).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: General knowledge of materials and methods used in preparing and serving meats, bread, vegetables, and other foods on a large scale; general knowledge of the use or care of food preparation equipment; skill in the use of standardized and specialized kitchen utensils and equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students, and school staff; able to maintain emotional control; ability to work with others in a close fast-paced environment and the ability to address customers in a pleasant, courteous manner, basic ability to read and speak/understand English.

Position Type: Part-Time