Entry-Level School Cafeteria Helper | Part-Time

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

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.