Cafeteria Substitute

Muhlenberg School District; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Muhlenberg School District is hiring a Cafeteria Substitute to assist the head cook and building administrators in providing a safe cafeteria environment for students.

Responsibilities include monitoring student behavior, cleaning tables and ensuring cleanliness in the cafeteria. Candidates must possess a high school diploma and have experience with students preferred.

This role is crucial in maintaining a positive lunch experience for students while ensuring safety and organization.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with students preferred.
• Must submit a pre-employment medical examination report.
• Clearance from Pennsylvania State Police is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist head cook and building administrators in cafeteria.
• Monitor and assist students' behavior.
• Clean cafeteria tables and ensure availability of supplies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work with students

Ability to follow directions

Ability to communicate effectively

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Cafeteria Substitute

Location: Muhlenberg School District Administration Building

Position Type: Classified / Cafeteria

Date Posted: 6/30/2025

Classification: Support Staff

Revision Date: July 6, 2023

Reports To: Director of Food Service

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Work Location: Schools

Job Summary

Responsible for assisting the head cook and building administrators in providing a safe environment for students in the cafeteria.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor and provide assistance to students in the cafeteria.
• Monitor behavior and assist with correcting misbehavior of students.
• Call for assistance in emergency situations and report imminent danger to the head cook and building administrator.
• Clean tables, dishes, and tray return area; ensure clean trays and silverware are available; replenish condiment supplies as necessary.
• Assist with cleaning up minor spills and wiping down walls adjacent to trash receptacles.
• Model appropriate lunch time behavior for students and assist students in keeping the cafeteria clean and organized.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the head cook or building administrators.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Previous experience with students preferred.
• Submission of pre‑employment medical examination (Section 148 of the Pennsylvania School Code).
• Submission of a report of criminal history record from the Pennsylvania State Police (Section 111 of the Pennsylvania School Code).
• Submission of a clearance report from the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare in accordance with Act 151 of 1994.
• Submission of the FBI Criminal History Record in accordance with Act 114 of 2006.
• Submission of sexual misconduct/abuse disclosure release form in accordance with Act 168 of 2014.
• Alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Physical Demands

• Ability to reach above and below the waist.
• Ability to use fingers to pick, feel, and grasp objects.
• Ability to use both hands for repetitive motion.
• Considerable bending and twisting of the body required.
• Some stooping and squatting required.
• Ability to lift and/or carry supplies and/or papers weighing no more than 40 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of the workday.

Sensory Abilities

• Visual acuity.
• Auditory acuity.

Work Environment

• Typical school environment.
• Subject to inside environmental conditions.

Temperament

• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to work with students.
• Must be cooperative, congenial, and service‑oriented.
• Must be able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions.
• Must be able to understand and maintain confidentiality.

Cognitive Ability

• Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to organize tasks.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to exercise good judgment.

This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.