Food Service Assistant

Southwest Allen County Schools; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Modified benefits

Job summary

Southwest Allen County Schools is seeking a part-time cafeteria worker to support the nutrition program. The role focuses on preparing and serving school meals in alignment with USDA guidelines, with responsibilities spanning dishwashing, cleaning, inventory handling, and cash register service.

The position emphasizes teamwork, reliable communication, and adherence to safety standards, with a 9-month term and 3.5 hours per workday. Benefited status is described as modified benefits for this role.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate school food service equipment in area of responsibility.
• Good oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be able to get along with others in a team situation.

Responsibilities

• Operate a commercial dishwasher in daily kitchen workflow.
• Train on and ensure compliance with cleaning chemicals and safety.
• Perform other necessary cleaning duties in the kitchen area.
• Accurately complete meal service on a cash register during service.
• Put away and organize inventory for efficient kitchen operation.
• Handle additional duties assigned by the cafeteria manager.

Skills

Food service equipment operation

Communication skills

Teamwork

Cafeteria/restaurant experience

Job description

Terms of Employment

This is a 9 month position for 3.5 hours/day. This position is eligible for modified benefits.

Purpose

Follows specific instructions and procedures to complete assigned duties with the primary objective of preparation and service of nutritional school meals. Each employee is part of our team with the common goal of serving our students delicious and nutritious school meals per the USDA regulations set forth. Meal programs must be served within the proper time limits.

• Operation of commercial dishwasher
• Training on and compliance in the use of cleaning chemicals
• Other necessary cleaning duties of the kitchen area
• Properly complete meal service on a cash register
• Putting away and organizing inventory
• Additional duties assigned by the cafeteria manager

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate school food service equipment in area of responsibility.
• Good oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be able to get along with others in a team situation.
• Previous experience in a restaurant or cafeteria setting is desirable.