Cafeteria Substitutes

Vernon Public Schools; Kentucky; On-site; USD 18,582 - 26,465; Part time

Job summary

A public school district in Kentucky is seeking a Cafeteria Substitute to ensure a safe and sanitary cafeteria experience for students. This role involves preparing food, maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen, serving meals, and adhering to sanitary standards. The ideal candidate must have the proper certification and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The position offers $16.35/hr with no health benefits, and applicants can apply online. The role supports the school mission to provide an inclusive and supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess proper certification for the position.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of students.
• Assist in preparation of food.
• Maintain sanitary work area.
• Serve food.
• Wash kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Maintain serving area with proper utensils.
• Adhere to sanitary standards during work.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students and personnel.
• Promote good public relations.
• Report suspected child abuse.
• Attend required meetings and in-services.
• Maintain a pleasant work atmosphere.

Job description

Position Type: Cafeteria/ Substitute Cafeteria Worker

Date Posted: 9/4/2025

Location: All Schools

Date Available: Ongoing

Welcome to Vernon Public Schools: where students learn, achieve, and succeed!

Position: Cafeteria Substitute

Description & Essential Functions:

The Administration is seeking a person qualified by education and experience to carry out the duties assigned to the position and in general, to establish and maintain a high level of standards of excellence in the Vernon Public Schools. The cafeteria substitute will support the cafeteria manager and other staff to achieve a clean, nutritious, and pleasurable cafeteria experience for students.

• Ensure safety of students
• Assist in preparation of food
• Maintain sanitary work area, i.e., clean counters, equipment, tray stations, etc.
• Serve food
• Wash pots, pans, utensils and other food prep materials
• Maintain serving area as needed with proper utensils, condiments, etc.
• Adhere to all sanitary standards in both work and attire as stipulated during training
• Maintain the strictest confidence concerning personnel, students and operational concerns of the district
• Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversation
• Report all cases of suspected child abuse to appropriate school personnel and proper government authority
• Attend meetings and in‑services as required
• Maintain a pleasant, cooperative work atmosphere
• Must be able to operate kitchen equipment and work in fast‑paced environment.

Hours:

Within the window of 7 AM – 2 PM, as needed

Salary and Benefits:

$16.35/hr
No health benefits are provided with this position.

Start date:

ASAP

Please ensure that you hold the proper certification for this position AND provide all materials required for the application process.

Apply online by visiting www.vernonpublicschools.org – Click Apply Now!

Posting closing date: Open until filled

Vernon Public Schools is seeking talented and passionate educators to join our team. By recruiting a diverse faculty and staff that is more representative of the experiences and backgrounds of students, we diversify our workforce, decrease opportunity gaps, and improve outcomes for all our students. Our commitment to equity allows us to achieve our Mission to ensure that every student can become an independent learner and a productive contributor to society.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vernon Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.