Cafeteria Worker I, White Oak MS, 5hrs/10mo (8:45-1:45), Ad closes 10/27

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

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools is seeking a Cafeteria Worker I at White Oak Middle School in Silver Spring, MD. The role covers food production, serving, and keeping kitchen facilities clean, with on-the-job training provided.

The position is part-time (.625) with a 50-hour bi-weekly schedule during ten months, requiring basic education and food safety knowledge. The wage range is based on experience, with opportunities for growth within the school meals program.

Qualifications

• Completion of ninth grade is required.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience with food preparation techniques and safety procedures.
• Sanitation certification required or obtainable within six months of employment.
• Valid Class C noncommercial driver's license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine duties involved in the production and serving of food.
• Assist with cleaning kitchen facilities and equipment.
• Participate in on-the-job training for basic food production and cafeteria operations.
• Work under supervision of a manager, supervisor or field manager.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Communication with students and staff

Ability to follow HACCP guidelines

Sanitation procedures

Team collaboration

Education

Ninth grade completion

High School diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Sanitation certification

Job description

Job Description - Cafeteria Worker I, White Oak MS, 5hrs/10mo (8:45-1:45), Ad closes 10/27 (26006X4)

Job Description

Cafeteria Worker I, White Oak MS, 5hrs/10mo (8:45-1:45), Ad closes 10/27

Job Specific Information : The wage range for this position is between $20.65 - 26.16 /hour based on years of experience. For benefit information: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mP89Otqg55q2t8_KgLlDHTQ0AFc9II25zlj0ivr-5MI/edit?usp=sharing

MCPS Official 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.

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

White Oak Middle School

Primary Location

Silver Spring

Schedule

Part-time | .625 (50 hours bi-weekly)

Working Months: 10

Shift

Day Job

Job Posting

Oct 16, 2026, 5:23:03 PM - Oct 28, 2026, 3:59:00 AM