Cashier/Kitchen Helper

Lunchtime Solutions, Inc.; Milbank (SD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Free meal during shifts

Limited medical benefit plan (5+ hours

Job summary

Lunchtime Solutions, Inc. is hiring a dependable Kitchen Helper/Cashier for Milbank School District. This on-site role runs Monday–Friday, 6:30am–1:30pm, mixing kitchen support with cashier duties, serving meals, and operating the POS to create a welcoming experience for students.

We value teamwork, reliability, and strong customer service. Enjoy a daytime schedule with opportunities to grow within our school meals program.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills and comfort using a POS system.
• Cash handling experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve menu items, stock station, and follow portions and dietary guidelines.
• Operate the POS system and process student meals accurately.
• Follow recipes and keep kitchen and storage areas clean using FIFO.
• Maintain food safety by following procedures and completing logs.
• Help balance daily transactions and student accounts.
• Communicate supply needs and feedback to the team and supervisors.
• Stock and serve during meal service and assist with prep lists and freezer pulls.
• Provide a welcoming, friendly environment and excellent customer service.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Cash handling

Communication

Food service

Tools

POS system

Job description

Cashier/Kitchen Helper- Lunchtime Solutions

Location: On-site at Milbank School District

Schedule: Monday-Friday 6:30am-1:30pm

Lunchtime Solutions is seeking a dependable, team-focused Kitchen Helper/Cashier to join our school food service program. In this role, you'll help keep meal service running smoothly by preparing and serving food, operating the point-of-sale system, and creating a welcoming experience for students. It's an active, customer-focused role that combines kitchen support with cashier responsibilities and makes a real impact on students' day.

What You'll Do

• Help prep and serve menu items, keep your station stocked, and follow serving-size and special-diet guidelines.
• Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system and accurately process student meal transactions.
• Follow simple recipes like fruit and veggie bars or baked goods while keeping kitchen, storage areas, and equipment clean and organized using FIFO.
• Maintain food safety and compliance by following food-safety procedures, completing basic logs, assisting with production records, and helping maintain a safe workspace.
• Follow cash handling procedures and assist with balancing daily transactions and student accounts.
• Communicate supply needs, customer feedback, and operational updates to your team and supervisors.
• Stock and serve menu items during meal service and assist with prep lists and freezer pulls.
• Help create a friendly, welcoming environment for students and staff while providing excellent customer service.
• Jump in wherever needed to support teammates and ensure successful meal service.

What You Bring

• Strong communication and customer service skills with a friendly, positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills and comfort using a POS system.
• Ability to follow recipes, measure ingredients, and convert quantities for large batches.
• Cash handling experience preferred.
• Dependability, integrity, and a commitment to excellent customer service.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform frequent standing, bending, twisting, and other physical tasks.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Enjoy your evenings and weekends-our Monday-Friday daytime schedule means no late nights, no weekends, and no holidays spent in a kitchen.
• Follow the school-year rhythm-work when school is in session and enjoy built-in breaks when students are out.
• Plan for your future with our 401(k) retirement plan.
• Enjoy work-life balance with paid time off and paid holidays.
• Eat well- enjoy a free, delicious meal every shift.
• Stay supported with a limited medical benefit plan available for those scheduled 5 hours or more each day.

Our Values

At Lunchtime Solutions, our success comes from team members who:

• Take pride in what you do
• Focus on customer success
• Be a person of integrity
• Drive to improve
• Do it with passion
• Express gratitude
• Work as a team
• Pursue lasting partnerships
• Embrace a healthy work-life balance

If these values resonate with you, we'd love to meet you!

Lunchtime Solutions performs post-offer background investigations prior to starting employment with our company. This background investigation may involve verifying or reviewing any relevant information, including criminal convictions and DMV records if appropriate for the position.

Lunchtime Solutions Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. EOE-M/F/Disabled/Vet. View Policy