Cafeteria Worker

Bellefonte Area School District; Bellefonte (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Bellefonte Area School District is accepting applications for the Cafeteria Worker position at Marion-Walker Elementary School. This role involves preparing and serving meals while maintaining a clean environment and ensuring safety standards.

The ideal candidate will show a commitment to teamwork and possess essential skills such as communication and the ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Prior experience in food service is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide all units of measure.

Responsibilities

• Serve meals to students and staff.
• Assist in food preparation efficiently.
• Follow the cafeteria clean-up schedule.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to Follow Instructions

Math Skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

The Bellefonte Area School District is accepting applications for the Cafeteria Worker position

Location: Marion-Walker Elementary School

Work Day: 3 hours/day (subject to change)

Work Year: 180 days/year; 9-month position

Pay & Benefits

See attached document (below) for information about pay & benefits
Pay Level: C

Position Overview

The Bellefonte Area School District is seeking a Cafeteria Worker to join our food service team. This position is responsible for preparing and serving nutritious meals to students and staff, while maintaining a clean and welcoming cafeteria environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to food safety, teamwork, and positive interactions with the school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve meals to students and staff which includes identifying reimbursable meals.
• Assist in food preparation in an efficient and sanitary manner as required.
• Follow the cafeteria clean-up schedule after meal service.
• Complete records pertaining to area as well as placing necessary orders (bread, milk, produce, etc.).
• Wash dishes, utensils, etc.
• Comply with kitchen sanitation and safety standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Food Services.

Education Requirements

Minimum: High School Diploma/GED

Experience Requirements

Minimum:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide all units of measure
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Preferred:

• Prior experience working in food service operations or school cafeterias
• Six months experience in the food and service industry.

Certifications & Licenses

Required:

• None

Physical Demands

• The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Able to hear with 40 decibel loss maximum.
• Able to see with acuity of 20 inches or less and far acuity of at least 20 feet; normal depth perception, field of vision and accommodation.
• Able to reach above and below the waist, walk and use fingers to pick, feel and grasp objects.
• Requires use of both hands for repetitive motion.
• Able to bend and twisting of the body required.
• Ability to Lift/Carry/Push supplies weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work in a kitchen environment with extreme temperatures including heat exposure due to cooking, and cold exposure due to coolers/freezers.
• Able to stand ninety percent (90%) of workday.
• The noise level in this environment is generally moderate to loud.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Application Requirements

External Applicants

Please submit the following documents with your online application:

• Current employment clearances (dated within the past 5 years):

• Act 34 – Criminal History
• Act 114 – FBI Fingerprint
• Act 151 – PA Child Abuse

• Copies of degree certificates and transcripts
• Act 168 paperwork, Physical exam results, TB test results (required upon hire)

Clearances must be for employment purposes. Volunteer clearances will not be accepted. Visit the following for more information: plain text reference removed.

Internal Applicants

Use your district login to create an internal account. Click “Internal” on the Job Listings page and follow the instructions.

Cover Letter Instructions

Address your cover letter to:

Dr. Roy Rakszawski
Superintendent of Schools
318 North Allegheny Street
Bellefonte, PA 16823

Contact Information

For general application or position-related questions, contact our Human Resources Department

Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone] x3057

Equal Opportunity Statement

Bellefonte Area School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity it operates. Individuals may report concerns or view our non-discrimination policy at plain text reference removed.