Food Service Assistant

Southwest Allen County Metropolitan School District; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 7,000 - 11,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Job summary

Southwest Allen County Metropolitan School District is seeking a Food Service Assistant for Deer Ridge Elementary School. This is a 9‑month position working 3.25 hours per day with eligibility for paid time off benefits.

The role focuses on preparing and serving nutritious meals under USDA guidelines and supporting the cafeteria team. Responsibilities include operating a dishwashing station, maintaining cleanliness, handling cash register operations, stocking inventory, and performing additional

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operate a commercial dishwasher.
• Assist with cleaning duties in the kitchen area.
• Handle meal service at a cash register.
• Organize and put away inventory.
• Complete duties as assigned by the cafeteria manager.

Skills

Oral & interpersonal communication

Team player

Safety with food service equipment

Job description

• Position Type: Food Service/ Food Service Assistant
• Date Posted: 7/21/2026
• Location: Deer Ridge Elementary School
• Date Available: ASAP

Terms of Employment

This is a 9 month position, for 3.25 hours/day. This position is eligible for paid time off benefits only.

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. Duties can include, but will not be limited to: 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, as well as 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.