Cafeteria Worker I, Gaithersburg HS, 2.5hrs/10 mo (7:00-9:30), Ad closes 10/21/26

Montgomery County Public Schools; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools is seeking a Cafeteria Worker I at Gaithersburg High School. This entry-level role supports food production and serving, with on-the-job training from the kitchen staff, while performing routine cleaning and sanitation tasks.

The position is part-time (25 hours bi-weekly), 7:00–9:30, during the school day, and requires basic education with potential for advancement within the school meals program.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic food production and service.
• Ability to follow HACCP guidelines for safe food handling.
• Ability to maintain sanitation during operations.
• Ability to work with students, teachers and staff.
• Ability to learn standard school cafeteria operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine food production and serving duties.
• Assist in cleaning kitchen facilities and equipment.
• Follow safety and sanitation procedures.
• Work under supervision with on-the-job training.
• Meet deadlines in a fast-paced school environment.

Skills

Food service knowledge

HACCP knowledge

Sanitation procedures

Effective communication

Education

Completion of the ninth grade required

High School diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Job Description

Cafeteria Worker I, Gaithersburg HS, 2.5hrs/10 mo (7:00-9:30), Ad closes 10/21/26 (26006XL)

Job Specific Information

The wage range for this position is between $20.65 - 26.16 /hour based on years of experience.

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Summary Description

Under supervision of a manager, supervisor or field manager, performs the routine duties involved in the production and serving of food and in cleaning kitchen facilities and equipment. This is the entry and general helper level in the school meals program. Employees in this class receive on-the-job training in the basic food production and cafeteria operations from manager and other Division of Food and Nutrition Services staff.

• Physical Demands: Ability to perform work requiring sustained moderate physical effort, movement of objects weighing 40-60 pounds, operation of commercial food service equipment, continuous standing and extreme variations in temperature.
• Special Requirements: Ability to perform work requiring sustained moderate physical effort, movement of objects weighing 40-60 pounds, operation of commercial food service equipment, continuous standing and extreme variations in temperature.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work with students, teachers and school leadership staff demonstrating the seven SSPGS core competencies.
• Knowledge of basic food production.
• Ability to follow HACCP guidelines for safe food handling from receiving to service.
• Ability to practice standard sanitation procedures for care and cleaning of kitchen equipment.
• Ability to learn standard school cafeteria operations.
• Ability to gather necessary menu items, recipe ingredients and supplies.
• Ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to effectively communicate to meet the needs of all customers: students, school staff and community.
• Basic human relations skills needed to work cooperatively in close proximity with others under constant deadlines.
• Knowledge of and the ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

Education, Training & Experience

Completion of the ninth grade required. High School or GED diploma preferred. Experience with food preparation techniques and safety procedures. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

Certificate License: Valid Class C noncommercial driver's license. Sanitation certification required or obtain this certification during the first six months of employment.

Job Grade

6 Senior Qualified

Organization

Gaithersburg High School

Primary Location

Gaithersburg

Schedule

Part-time | .312 (25 hours bi-weekly)

Working Months

10

Shift

Day Job

Job Posting

Oct 12, 2026, 8:24:21 PM - Oct 22, 2026, 3:59:00 AM