Cafeteria Custodian (10785)

Roosevelt School District 66; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Roosevelt School District 66 is seeking a part-time Cafeteria Custodian at Percy L. Julian School to support breakfast and lunch service, maintain cleanliness in the cafeteria and kitchen areas, and assist with loading and transporting food and supplies.

The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for extended periods, and adherence to safety procedures in a busy school environment. Prior custodial experience is preferred, and a high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Preferred custodial experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and practices.

Responsibilities

• Set up cafeteria tables for breakfast and lunch.
• Sweep and mop cafeteria floors before, during, and after meals.
• Wipe down and sanitize tables, chairs, and trash cans.
• Spot clean spills to prevent accidents; dispose of rubbish per health standards.
• Assist with receiving and transporting food and supplies in the cafeteria.
• Support loading/unloading of food deliveries and equipment.

Skills

Lifts up to 50 lbs

Stand for long periods

General maintenance knowledge

English reading/comprehension

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/ Maintenance/Custodial
• Date Posted: 10/27/2026
• Location: Percy L. Julian School

TITLE:

Cafeteria Custodian P/T

CLASSIFICATION:

Classified Hourly

REPORTS TO:

Unit Manager

SUMMARY:

The Cafeteria Custodian supports meal service during breakfast and lunch, disposes of classroom breakfast trash, and ensures cleanliness of the cafeteria and kitchen areas. Duties also include assisting with the loading, unloading, and transporting of food and supplies.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Sets up tables in the cafeteria for breakfast and lunch.
2. Sweep and mop cafeteria floors before, during, and after meal service.
3. Wipe-down and sanitize tables, chairs, trash cans.
4. Spot clean spills and messes quickly to prevent accidents
5. Disposes of rubbish from the kitchen, cafeteria, and other adjacent areas in such a manner as to meet county health department safety and sanitation standards.
6. Collects and disposes of breakfast trash from classrooms.
7. Assists delivery and kitchen personnel with lifting heavy cartons and equipment in the cafeteria including food deliveries.
8. Cleaning and maintaining in the cafeteria during breakfast and lunch
9. Maintains custodial supplies, including chemicals, properly and in accordance with health department regulations
10. Utilizes safe work practices in all functions
11. Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the Unit Manager

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Previous custodial experience is preferred.
2. Prior work experiences where duties were performed with minimum direct supervision and cooperation with others are desired.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:

1. Ability to bend, carry and lift 50 pounds, climb, and push and pull 50 pounds.
2. Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
3. Ability to perform general maintenance.
4. Knowledge of English required to read and interpret schedules, memos, instructions on tools and equipment, and to communicate with co-workers and students.
5. Knowledge of safety procedures and ability to maintain a safe working environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The working environment is the normal school setting and conditions include exposure to dirt and dust, and noise and vibration of maintenance equipment.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

10-month year, part-time 4 hours per week, Classified Hourly Salary Schedule – Level D.