Cafeteria Helper - Temporary/Long Term Substitute

Oberlin City School District; Oberlin (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Oberlin City School District in Oberlin is seeking a Cafeteria Helper to provide coverage as a temporary/long-term substitute. The role covers breakfast and lunch prep, serving, and cleanup, from 7:00 a.m.

to 12:45 p.m., for 5.25 hours daily, with pay at the current substitute rate. Qualifications include being at least 18, a high school diploma, health requirements, a clean criminal record, ServSafe certification, and ability to lift up to 50 lbs with assistance.

Qualifications

• 1. At least 18 years old and a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 2. Demonstrates aptitude and attitude for successful performance of the responsibilities and goals.
• 3. Able to safely and comfortably lift and hold up to 50 lbs with assistance of a co-worker.
• 4. Meets all mandated health requirements.
• 5. Documentation of a clear criminal record.
• 6. Has a current ServSafe certification.

Responsibilities

• 1. Assists in the preparation and serving of food in a quick and pleasant manner.
• 2. Reads recipes and cooks food in large quantities.
• 3. Maintains the supply of foods offered and replenishes during meal service periods.
• 4. Assists in the daily clean up of the kitchen and service areas, washing of all trays, utensils, and equipment used that day, including the hot carts and cold carts.
• 5. Performs major cleaning of refrigerators and storerooms at regularly scheduled intervals as designated by the supervisor.
• 6. Assumes responsibility for proper storage and disposal of unused foods.
• 7. Complete monthly inventory and/or tally sheets. Organize and store supplies properly.
• 8. Be able to take responsibility of kitchen when supervisor is absent as designated.
• 9. Assists in maintaining a safe and orderly environment in the cafeteria.
• 10. Knowledge of all kitchen equipment set up and break down procedures.
• 11. Dispenses beverages, completes beverage inventories and submits beverage orders as required.
• 12. Able to change work assignment from school to school, when so designated by the supervisor.
• 13. Accurately counts daily receipts, prepares proper documentation, and delivers as required.
• 14. Works cooperatively with all cafeteria helpers, and other employees.
• 15. Always enters walk in coolers and freezers with a co-worker.
• 16. Always lifts items over 50 lbs with the assistance of a co-worker.
• 17. All Classified employees are encouraged to attend up to four (4) in-service or orientation meetings annually on a voluntary basis.

Job description

Cafeteria Helper - Temporary/Long Term Substitute JobID: 481

• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Classified Substitute
  
• Date Posted:
  9/2/2026
  
• Location:
  Oberlin Board of Education Central Office
  
• Date Available:
  09/03/2026
  
• Closing Date:
  09/18/2026
  

Immediate need for Cafeteria Helper coverage due to a staff absence. The duration of the assignment is unknown at this time.

Hours: 7:00 a.m.–12:45 p.m.
Paid Hours: 5.25 hours/day
Rate of Pay: Current OAPSE contractual rate for current District OAPSE employees; $15.00/hour substitute rate for all other substitutes.

Assignment is available immediately.

RESPONSIBLE TO:

Supervisor and/or Principal

JOB GOALS:

Assist in breakfast and/or lunch preparation, presentation, serving, and clean up processes in a timely manner

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1. Be at least 18 years of age and hold a high school diploma or equivalent diploma
• 2. Demonstrates aptitude and attitude for successful performance of the responsibilities and goals.
• 3. Able to safely and comfortable lift and hold up to 50 lbs with assistance of co-worker.
• 4. Meets all mandated health requirements.
• 5. Documentation of a clear criminal record.
• 6. Has a current ServSafe certification.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 1. Assists in the preparation and serving of food in a quick and pleasant manner.
• 2. Ability to read recipes and cook food in large quantities.
• 3. Maintains the supply of foods offered and replenishes regularly during meal service periods.
• 4. Assists in the daily clean up of the kitchen and service areas, washing of all trays, utensils, and equipment used that day, including the hot carts and cold carts.
• 5. Performs major cleaning of refrigerators and storerooms at regularly scheduled intervals as designated by the supervisor.
• 6. Assumes responsibility for proper storage and disposal of unused foods.
• 7. Complete monthly inventory and/or tally sheets. Organize and store supplies properly.
• 8. Be able to take responsibility of kitchen when supervisor is absent as designated.
• 9. Assists in maintaining a safe and orderly environment in the cafeteria.
• 10. Knowledge of all kitchen equipment set up and break down procedures.
• 11. Dispenses beverages, completes beverage inventories and submits beverage orders as required.
• 12. Able to change work assignment from school to school, when so designated by the supervisor.
• 13. Accurately counts daily receipts, prepares proper documentation, and delivers as required.
• 15. Works cooperatively with all cafeteria helpers, and other employees.
• 16. Always enters walk in coolers and freezers with a co-worker.
• 17. Always lifts items over 50 lbs with the assistance of a co-worker.
• 18. All Classified employees are encouraged to attend up to four (4) in-service or orientation meetings annually on a voluntary basis.