Cafeteria Worker I, Kemp Mill ES, 3hrs/10mo, No Benefit, Ad closes 10/19/26

Montgomery County Public Schools; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools invites applications for a part-time Cafeteria Worker I at Kemp Mill Elementary School in Silver Spring, MD. The role involves assisting in food production and serving, with on-the-job training provided by the Division of Food and Nutrition Services.

Candidates should have at least a ninth-grade education completed, with HS diploma or GED preferred, and be able to perform physical tasks, lift objects, and operate standard kitchen equipment in a school environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with students, teachers and school leadership staff.
• Knowledge of basic food production and HACCP guidelines.
• Ability to practice sanitation procedures for kitchen equipment.
• Ability to learn standard school cafeteria operations.
• Ability to gather necessary menu items and supplies.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to communicate with students, staff and community.
• Basic human relations skills for working under deadlines.
• Knowledge of SSPGS core competencies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the production and serving of food in the cafeteria.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen facilities and equipment.
• Follow safety and sanitation guidelines during food handling.
• Participate in on-the-job training and learning from supervisors.

Skills

Food production basics

HACCP knowledge

Sanitation procedures

Follow written/verbal instructions

Communication skills

Teamwork

SSPGS competencies

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Job Description - Cafeteria Worker I, Kemp Mill ES, 3hrs/10mo, No Benefit, Ad closes 10/19/26 (26006VP)

Job Description

Cafeteria Worker I, Kemp Mill ES, 3hrs/10mo, No Benefit, Ad closes 10/19/26

MCPS Official Job Description

Summary Description

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

Job Grade : 6 Senior Qualified

Organization

Kemp Mill Elementary School

Primary Location

Silver Spring

Schedule

Part-time | .375 (30 hours bi-weekly)

Working Months : 10

Shift

Day Job

Job Posting

Job Posting: Oct 9, 2026, 2:08:09 PM - Oct 20, 2026, 3:59:00 AM