Cafeteria Operator (full-time)

Bethel Elementary School; Clover (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Clover School District Bethel Elementary School in Clover, South Carolina is seeking a Cafeteria Operator to prepare and serve meals and maintain clean, safe facilities for students and staff. The role includes cashiering duties, inventory checks, and supporting daily operations in a fast-paced school setting.

The position requires a high school diploma, ability to work as part of a team, and strong math and communication skills to meet nutritional guidelines and daily meal requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to adhere to safety practices and health standards.
• Ability to communicate with students, staff and the public.
• Capable of following directions and completing tasks with accuracy.
• Wamiliarity with handling money is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Arrange food and beverages for students and staff.
• Assist other staff to complete daily tasks.
• Maintain sanitary kitchen and serving areas.
• Inspect ingredients and supplies for freshness and safety.
• Prepare accurate daily item counts and meal totals.
• Respond to inquiries about meals and pricing.

Skills

Math skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Cafeteria Operator

Qualifications:

• High school diploma
• Demonstrated skills for assigned responsibilities
• Knowledge of cleaning materials and agents helpful
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

Reports To: Director and Supervisor of Food Services

Job Goal:

The job of Cafeteria Operator is done for the purpose of preparing and distributing food items for consumption by students and school personnel; and maintaining facilities in a clean and sanitary condition.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Arranges food and beverage items for the purpose of making them available to students and staff.
• Assists other personnel for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Cleans utensils, equipment, and the storage, food preparation and serving areas for the purpose of maintaining sanitary conditions.
• Inspects food items and/or supplies for the purpose of verifying the quantity and specifications of orders and/or complying with mandated health requirements.
• Monitors kitchen and cafeteria areas for the purpose of ensuring a safe working environment.
• Prepares daily item counts and associated reports for the purpose of providing documentation for items served.
• Prepares food and beverage items for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and projected meal requirements.
• Responds to inquiries of students, staff and the public for the purpose of providing information and/or direction regarding the type and/or cost of meals.
• Serves one or more items of food for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and/or requests of students and school personnel.
• Stocks food, condiments and supplies for the purpose of maintaining adequate quantities and security of items.
• Other duties as assigned.

Specific Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices and utilizing equipment used in profession.

Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the function of the job includes: health standards and hazards.

Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: possess math skills; communicate with diverse groups; work as part of a team; and work with children.

Requires cashiering and operation of register system to collect money and meal counts; consolidation of money and meal totals and preparation of deposits.

Communication:

• Requires face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams; contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise).

Personal Interaction:

• Requires work with others in a group or team; coordinating or leading others in accomplishing work activities.

Responsibility for Others:

• Includes responsibility for the health and safety of others; responsibility for work outcomes and results.

Work Attire:

• Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry food items, supplies, and equipment (regular handling of bulk food containers, trays, and boxes).
• Frequent bending, kneeling, and stooping to retrieve items from low shelves and storage areas. Reaching above shoulders and below waist to access equipment, ingredients, or storage.
• Ability to push and pull carts, racks, and equipment.
• Ability to grip, grasp, and manipulate utensils, kitchen tools, and small equipment.
• Fine motor skills for tasks such as portioning, cutting, and garnishing food.
• Ability to move quickly in a fast-paced environment, meeting strict deadlines.
• Ability to work in hot, humid, and occasionally cold environments (near ovens, walk-in freezers).
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals and sanitizing agents with appropriate PPE.
• Ability to work in noisy, high-traffic areas.

Terms of Employment:

180 Days; Salary based on District Scale for Cafeteria

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Support Services Personnel.

Clover School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees, students, and applicants.

Position Type: Full-Time

Cafeteria Operator (full-time)

Clover School District Bethel Elementary School - Clover, South Carolina Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5982679

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 04, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department
• District Office
• Clover, South Carolina 29710
• Phone: [phone]

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Cafeteria Operator

Qualifications:

• High school diploma
• Demonstrated skills for assigned responsibilities
• Knowledge of cleaning materials and agents helpful
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

Reports To: Director and Supervisor of Food Services

Job Goal:

The job of Cafeteria Operator is done for the purpose of preparing and distributing food items for consumption by students and school personnel; and maintaining facilities in a clean and sanitary condition.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Arranges food and beverage items for the purpose of making them available to students and staff.
• Assists other personnel for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Cleans utensils, equipment, and the storage, food preparation and serving areas for the purpose of maintaining sanitary conditions.
• Inspects food items and/or supplies for the purpose of verifying the quantity and specifications of orders and/or complying with mandated health requirements.
• Monitors kitchen and cafeteria areas for the purpose of ensuring a safe working environment.
• Prepares daily item counts and associated reports for the purpose of providing documentation for items served.
• Prepares food and beverage items for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and projected meal requirements.
• Responds to inquiries of students, staff and the public for the purpose of providing information and/or direction regarding the type and/or cost of meals.
• Serves one or more items of food for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and/or requests of students and school personnel.
• Stocks food, condiments and supplies for the purpose of maintaining adequate quantities and security of items.
• Other duties as assigned.

Specific Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices and utilizing equipment used in profession.

Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the function of the job includes: health standards and hazards.

Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: possess math skills; communicate with diverse groups; work as part of a team; and work with children.

Requires cashiering and operation of register system to collect money and meal counts; consolidation of money and meal totals and preparation of deposits.

Communication:

• Requires face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams; contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise).

Personal Interaction:

• Requires work with others in a group or team; coordinating or leading others in accomplishing work activities.

Responsibility for Others:

• Includes responsibility for the health and safety of others; responsibility for work outcomes and results.

Work Attire:

• Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry food items, supplies, and equipment (regular handling of bulk food containers, trays, and boxes).
• Frequent bending, kneeling, and stooping to retrieve items from low shelves and storage areas. Reaching above shoulders and below waist to access equipment, ingredients, or storage.
• Ability to push and pull carts, racks, and equipment.
• Ability to grip, grasp, and manipulate utensils, kitchen tools, and small equipment.
• Fine motor skills for tasks such as portioning, cutting, and garnishing food.
• Ability to move quickly in a fast-paced environment, meeting strict deadlines.
• Ability to work in hot, humid, and occasionally cold environments (near ovens, walk-in freezers).
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals and sanitizing agents with appropriate PPE.
• Ability to work in noisy, high-traffic areas.

Terms of Employment:

180 Days; Salary based on District Scale for Cafeteria

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Support Services Personnel.

Clover School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees, students, and applicants.

Position Type: Full-Time

Cafeteria Operator (full-time)

Clover School District Bethel Elementary School - Clover, South Carolina Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5982679

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 04, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department
• District Office
• Clover, South Carolina 29710
• Phone: [phone]