Cook Aide

Cafeteria Department; Belen (NM); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Belen Consolidated School District Cafeteria Department is seeking a Cook Aide for a part-time role in the school cafeteria. The position is 4 hours per day, 180 days per year, with a site to be determined for the 2026/2027 school year and a starting date immediately.

Qualified applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and at least 3 years of related experience. Knowledge of school nutritional programs and basic bookkeeping is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 3 years experience in cafeteria or food services setting preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of student nutritional program and building menus; ability to prepare meals in a school cafeteria.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meal preparation following school menus.
• Keep accurate records and perform basic bookkeeping procedures.
• Operate and troubleshoot software tools for word processing, databases and spreadsheets.
• Assist with maintaining kitchen and storage areas in a safe, clean condition.
• Lift and carry up to 25 pounds and perform duties as assigned.

Skills

Bookkeeping procedures

Software proficiency

Meal preparation

Nutritional program knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED Certificate

Tools

Word processing

Databases

Spreadsheets

Job description

Cook Aide

Belen Consolidated School District Cafeteria Department - Belen, New Mexico Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Belen Consolidated School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5893195

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 19, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Cook Aide

Site to be Determined

4 Hrs/Day, 180 Days

2026/2027 School Year

• High School Diploma or GED Certificate preferred
• Minimum 3 years experience Preferred in a cafeteria or food services setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of student nutritional program and the building menus and preparing of meals in a school cafeteria setting.
• Demonstrate knowledge of bookkeeping procedures.
• Able to demonstrate proficient software applications to include word processing, database and spreadsheet software.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds unaided
• Free from physical limitations that would interfere with required physical duties.
• Development in all aspects of the professional area of food services operations.
• Ability to perform essential job functions and job task requirements noted on the job description.

***Max Salary dependent on years of experience***

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $15.67 to $18.91 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Taira Chavira , Cafeteria Warehouse Supervisor
• Cafeteria Department
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]