Floating Food Service Helper (4.5 Hours)

Sylvania; Lebanon (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 14,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a cafeteria worker for a 9‑month, part‑time role. The position is 4.5 hours per day, with duties centered on food preparation, serving meals, and assisting in cafeteria operations within the district.

A high school diploma is required and prior food service experience is preferred. You will develop and maintain good food preparation techniques, keep areas clean and sanitary, operate standard kitchen equipment, and help supervise substitute workers when needed.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in food service preferred.
• High school diploma.
• Ability to follow oral and written communication.
• Ability to work independently with minimal instruction.
• Ability to use a computerized point of sale system.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food products and assist in cafeteria operations, including training substitutes.
• Develop and maintain good techniques in food preparation and the serving of food items.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation.
• Operate food service equipment such as slicers, ovens, steamers, dishwashers, kettles.
• Serve the components of a Type "A" meal and ensure district reimbursements as prescribed by state/federal agencies.
• Substitute for assistant cafeteria manager when needed.
• Be willing to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Other duties as requested to meet needs or emergencies.

Skills

Food service experience

Oral and written communication

Independent work

Point of Sale system

Education

High school diploma

Tools

POS system

Job description

2026-2027 Salary

• $17.00 per hour

Position

• Four and a half (4.5) hours per day
• Nine (9) month position

Paid time off

• Days are pro-rated based on start date with the District and are allocated after successful completion of a 60-day probationary period.
• • Three (3) personal leave days
  • Five (5) days accumulated sick leave per year

General Scope of Responsibilities

Under direction, prepare and serve food products and assist in other cafeteria operations, including, but not limited to, instructing and training of substitute cafeteria workers. Complete required work using safe and healthy work practices.

Essential Functions

Food Preparation

• Develop and maintain good techniques in food preparation and the serving of food items.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation.
• Operate food service equipment such as but not limited to slicers, ovens, steamers, can openers, dishwasher, steam-jacketed kettles.

Serving of Food Items

• Responsible for serving the components of a Type "A" meal and recognizing those components in order for the school district to receive monetary reimbursements as prescribed by state and federal agencies.

Substitute for Assistant Cafeteria Manager When Needed

Substitute for assistant cafeteria manager when the need arises.

Other Functions

• Must be willing to work flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Other duties as requested or required to meet special needs or emergencies.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in food service preferred.
• High school diploma.
• Ability to follow oral and written communication.
• Ability to work independently with minimal instruction.
• Ability to use a computerized point of sale system.

Physical / Mental / Environmental

Physical Demands

• Able to sit approximately 10% of the day.
• Able to stand 90% of the day.
• Bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, kneeling and grasping frequently throughout the day.
• Able to perform manual tasks requiring moderate physical strength and dexterity.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Climb ladders to an approximate height of 10 feet.

Sensory Abilities

• Visual acuity to read correspondence and computer screens.
• Auditory acuity to be able to use telephone.
• Ability to speak clearly and distinctly.

Temperament

• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Must be courteous and able to deal effectively with all people
• Must be cooperative, congenial, and service oriented
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Ability to be flexible
• Must have an understanding and caring attitude toward children
• Possess a positive attitude

Mental Demands

• Ability to interpret detailed written and verbal communications
• Ability to function in fast-paced and high-pressure work setting
• Ability to make sound judgments

Environment

• Food Service/School Cafeteria setting including food storage areas, stockrooms, refrigerators, freezers, and dish rooms.