Food Service Assistant - Part-time (Cardinal Elementary)

Richmond Public Schools; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Richmond Public Schools is seeking a part-time Food Service Assistant for Cardinal Elementary. The position features 5.5 hours per day, five days per week, in a school kitchen environment, with a non-contract/183-day schedule and a non-exempt status.

The role involves meal prep, food service, and adherence to health standards. Applicants should have a high school diploma, basic math, and strong customer service skills; bilingual Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent required or preferred.
• Ability to follow simple instructions and math basics.
• Experience in food service or school cafeterias is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepares garnishes and serves food to meet quality and guidelines.
• Follows USDA/state guidelines while serving on the line.
• Receives, stores and stocks food in stockrooms and coolers.
• Maintains sanitary conditions and cleans surfaces and equipment.
• Assists with ordering, receiving and stocking food supplies.

Skills

Customer service

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Stand for long periods

Reliability in schedule

Bilingual Spanish (a plus)

Education

High school education or equivalent

Job description

Food Service Assistant - Part-time (Cardinal Elementary)

Food Service Assistant - Part-time (Cardinal Elementary)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5920285
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title:

Food Service Assistant (This is a part-time position: 5.5 hours/day and 5 days/week)

Grade Level/Terms of Employment:

Non-contract / 183 Days

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Work Location:

Cardinal Elementary School

Immediate Supervisor:

Assigned Cafeteria Manager and/or Area Supervisor

General Description:

The Food Service Assistant is responsible for preparing and serving meals in a school kitchen, which is in a warm environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares garnishes and serves food items as required to ensure quality, quantity, flavor, and merchandising guidelines.
• Follows USDA state and local guidelines in the performance of duties serving food on the line.
• Receives and stores food in the stockroom, freezers, and refrigerators.
• Cleans work surface, eating and food preparation area to include tables, counters, floors, ceilings, walls, sinks, bins, ovens, freezers, refrigerators, slicers, and all other fixtures as required.
• Maintains proper sanitary conditions as required by health and safety standards.
• Washes pots, pans, kettles, and other cooking utensils.
• Assists in the estimating, ordering, receiving, and stocking of food supplies.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school education or equivalent.
• A minimum of six months of experience in the preparation of food and serving for the school cafeteria is preferred.
• Must have the ability to understand and follow simple oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to complete simple math calculations and read and write complete sentences.
• Must have some skill in the use of standardized and specialized kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Must have the ability to work independently and as a team player implementing effective decision-making skills toward the completion of a task.
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, students, and school staff.
• Must have the ability to work efficiently under pressure and complete multiple preparation deadlines.
• Must have the ability to work in refrigerators and freezers for a short period of time.
• Excellent customer service skills are required.
• Must have the ability to work your assigned schedule daily, and reliably.
• Must have the ability to learn and follow the State Health Department sanitation guidelines and those set forth by Richmond Public Schools School Nutrition Services Department.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. periodically, carry food stock weighing 20 lbs. frequently, and stand for extended periods of time.
• Bilingual skills including Spanish are a plus.

HOW TO APPLY:All applicants (including RPS employees) must submit an online application. Please access the website at:www.rvaschools.net

Please upload the following information with your application: a current resume, transcript, and license if applicable.Three references names and contact information will be required at the time of application submission.Richmond Public Schools will conduct a background investigation, fingerprinting, and tuberculosis screening as a condition of employment. EOE.

Position Type: Part-Time
Salary: $18.93 to $18.93 Per Hour

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