Cafeteria Monitor

LOIS HORNSBY MIDDLE; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

LOIS HORNSBY MIDDLE in Williamsburg, VA is seeking a Cafeteria Monitor to supervise students during meal service and help maintain cafeteria cleanliness.

This temporary, hourly position requires good communication, reliability, and the ability to follow directions. Responsibilities include managing student behavior, assisting with meal flow, and supporting staff as needed.

Starting immediately; candidates with a high school diploma or GED are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Related experience in customer service preferred.
• Excellent communication skills necessary to positively interact with the students and staff members.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Manage students during meal service and refer issues to teachers or administration.
• Provide positive, professional communication with students and staff.
• Circulate in cafeteria to assist students who need help.
• Assist with cafeteria cleanliness.
• Dismiss classes orderly at scheduled times.
• Encourage good table manners and citizenship.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Follow instructions

Dependable

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Williamsburg James City School District LOIS HORNSBY MIDDLE - Williamsburg, Virginia Open in Google Maps

Cafeteria Monitor

Williamsburg James City School District LOIS HORNSBY MIDDLE - Williamsburg, Virginia Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Williamsburg-James City County Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5917282
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 08, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

FLSA Status:Non-exempt

Grade:N/A (Educational Support)

Revision Date:October 21, 2021

Location:Hornsby Middle School

Job Summary

This position is responsible for monitoring student behavior during meal service and assists with the cleanliness of the cafeteria, recycling, and the flow of meal service. This position is temporary, hourly rate of pay on supplemental programs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages students during meal service (behavior problems will be referred to the teachers or administration according to guidelines established by the individual school site).
• Communicates with students and school staff in a positive and professional manner utilizing appropriate customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Circulates throughout the cafeteria or in areas where meals are served and/or eaten assisting students who need assistance.
• Assists with the cleanliness of the cafeteria.
• Dismisses classes in an orderly manner at the scheduled time.
• Encourages good table manners and citizenship.
• Models the WJCC Strategic Plan Values: Individualism, Integrity, Innovation, Accountability and Collaboration.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities Required)

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Related experience in customer service preferred. Prior experience with children preferred.
• Excellent communication skills necessary to positively interact with the students and staff members.
• Able to follow instructions and complete tasks efficiently. Ability to use good judgment and be dependable.

Supervision Exercised

None.

Supervision Received

Performs duties under the direct supervision of the building Administrator; receives guidance, directions, and instructions as required from the Cafeteria Manager.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Requires ability to stand on feet for extended periods of time. Ability to reach, bend, and stoop. Ability to move about the school cafeteria. Ability to lift 10 pounds unassisted. The duties of this position are performed in a school cafeteria environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Food Service

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Office of Human Resources
• Phone: [phone]