Cafeteria Worker I, Roberto Clemente MS, 4hrs/10mo, Ad extended until 10/07/26

Montgomery County Public Schools; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools at Roberto W. Clemente Middle School in Germantown, MD seeks a part-time Food / Nutrition Services helper to assist in meal production and service. You will help maintain kitchen cleanliness and safety, following HACCP guidelines and standard sanitation procedures.

Minimum ninth grade; HS diploma or GED preferred. On-the-job training provided; lifting up to 40-60 pounds and operation of commercial equipment required.

Qualifications

• Basic food production knowledge.
• Ability to follow HACCP guidelines for safe food handling.
• Ability to perform standard sanitation procedures in a kitchen.
• Ability to learn standard school cafeteria operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the production and serving of meals.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of kitchen facilities and equipment.
• Follow written and verbal instructions and cooperate with staff.
• Support staff in gathering menu items and supplies.

Skills

Basic food production

HACCP guidelines

Sanitation procedures

Learn cafeteria operations

Communication with customers

Team cooperation

Education

Ninth grade minimum

High School diploma or GED preferred

Job 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.

Job Specific Information

The wage range for this position is between $20.65 and $24.24 per hour, based on years of service. For information about benefits, please follow the link below. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view

Job

Food / Nutrition Services

Organization

Roberto W. Clemente Middle School

Primary Location

Germantown

Schedule

Part-time

Working Months

10

Shift

Day Job

Job Posting

Sep 16, 2026, 1:24:57 PM

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.