Food Service Assistant - Part-time (John Marshall High)

Richmond Public Schools; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Richmond City Public Schools is seeking a Food Service Assistant at John Marshall High School. This part-time position offers 5.5 hours per day, 5 days a week, in a warm kitchen environment where meals are prepared and served according to guidelines.

The role requires basic math, reliable daily attendance, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Bilingual Spanish is a plus. This non-contract, 183-day position is non-exempt and located at John Marshall High School.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• Six months of food prep/serving experience preferred.
• Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions.
• Basic math and reading skills required.
• Ability to operate general kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Bilingual Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare garnishes and serve food items to meet quality standards.
• Follow USDA/state/local guidelines in food service operations.
• Receive, store, and manage food in stockrooms and coolers.
• Clean and sanitize work surfaces, dining and prep areas.
• Maintain health and safety standards and proper sanitation.
• Wash pots, pans, kettles, and utensils.
• Assist in estimating, ordering, receiving, and stocking food supplies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Food service experience

Math and reading comprehension

Team collaboration

Able to lift 50 lbs

Bilingual Spanish (plus)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Food Service Assistant - Part-time (John Marshall High)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5920278

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $18.93 to $18.93 Per Hour

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:

John Marshall High 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 is a plus.

EOE.