Cafeteria Worker-3 Hour

Spiller Elementary School; Wytheville (VA); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 22,042,000; Part time

Job summary

Spiller Elementary School in Wytheville, Virginia is seeking a Cafeteria Worker for a 3-hour part-time shift. Responsibilities include preparing and serving meals, operating kitchen equipment, and assisting with cash handling as needed.

The role requires physical stamina and reliable teamwork in a school lunch program. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, be at least 21, and demonstrate interest in food preparation.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.
• Interest in food preparation and working with meals.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and stand/walk for long periods.
• Capable of operating food service equipment and a cash register.
• Good communication and ability to work with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve foods per the menu and portion standards.
• Wash pots, pans, and utensils; operate kitchen equipment and dishwasher.
• Assist in ordering and stocking food supplies; maintain sanitary conditions.
• Serve as cashier when needed and handle meal payments.
• Maintain safe work practices and participate in daily cleanup.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety awareness

Stamina

Attention to detail

Cash handling

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cash register

Food service equipment

Job description

Wythe County Public Schools Spiller Elementary School - Wytheville, Virginia Open in Google Maps

Cafeteria Worker-3 Hour

Job ID: 5930577

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 17, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

PERSONNEL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Preferred Qualifications

• Is at least 21 years of age, possesses a high school diploma or GED certificate, and has some experience in food preparation.
• Possesses an interest in preparing and working with food.
• Possesses the physical stamina to withstand temperature variances common to food service facilities and can lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Tolerates continuous standing, walking, bending, and moderate lifting.
• Works at the speed necessary to meet deadlines.
• Operates food service equipment and/or cash register.
• Communicates effectively and can get along with students, staff, and co-workers.

Performance Responsibilities

• Prepares, cooks, and serves meats, breads, vegetables, and other foods in accordance with the menu.
• Prepares and serves fruits, desserts, salads, soups, and other foods.
• Washes pots, pans, kettles, and other cooking utensils. – maximum weight 25 pounds.
• Operates dishwasher, mixer, chopper, slicer, steamers, oven, and other food service and mechanical equipment.
• Participates in daily clean-up of work surfaces, eating and food preparation areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Sweeps, mops, and performs other cleanup duties as assigned.
• Assist in estimating and ordering food supplies.
• Receives and stocks food supplies – maximum weight 55 pounds.
• Maintains sanitary conditions.
• Serves as cashier and collects money for meals, if necessary.
• Courteously serves food to students while adhering to portion control, safety, and appearance standards.
• Scrapes food from used dishes and washes them in the dishwasher.
• Follows trash separation and disposal procedures.
• Reports needed supplies and equipment malfunctions to the Cafeteria Manager.
• Observes and promotes safe work practices and procedures.
• Attends in-service training sessions to develop and improve knowledge and skills.
• Recommends changes and improvements regarding his/her job and accepts changes readily.
• Adheres to uniform and personal hygiene requirements.
• Prepares and serves banquet and special function meals as required.
• Inspects cleaned dishes for cleanliness, chips, cracks, etc., and stores them in the appropriate location.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Cafeteria Manager, Assistant Cafeteria Manager, and/or Cafeteria Coordinator.

Terms of Employment: 180 days per year

Salary: Cafeteria Worker Salary Scale

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

APPLICATION DEADLINE: UNTIL FILLED

Notice of Non-Discrimination:

The Wythe County School Board is committed to nondiscrimination with regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law, political affiliation, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This commitment prevails in all of its policies and practices concerning staff, students, educational programs and services, and individuals and entities with whom the Board does business.

The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding thenon-discriminationpolicies: Director of Personnel and Human Resources or School Social Worker: 1570 W. Reservoir Wytheville, VA 24382, 276-228-5411.

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https://wythe.k12.va.us/cms/One.aspx?portalId=433983&pageId=2352681

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