Food Service Cashier

Madison School District; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 18,786 - 26,756; Full time

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Benefits

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a full-time Food Service Cashier for Madison Elementary School in Phoenix, Arizona. The role requires excellent customer service skills and the ability to accurately manage cash transactions. Candidates must hold a high school diploma, complete specific training, and obtain a food handler’s certificate.

This position offers a salary starting at $16.53 per hour for 6 hours per day, with benefits included. The ideal candidate should be able to work independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of WINSNAP training required.
• Ability to lift and move items up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Receive and deposit monies into student accounts.
• Understand procedure and operate point of sale meal program software.
• Assist with food preparation and meal service.

Skills

Customer service skills

Ability to operate a computer

Ability to balance monies

Ability to work independently

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current Maricopa County food handler’s certificate

Job description

Food Service Cashier

Madison Elementary School District — Phoenix, Arizona

Job Details

Job ID: 5802379

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 25, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 5, 2026

Job Description

Title

Food Service Cashier

Qualifications

• Possess high school diploma or equivalent.
• Successfully complete WINSNAP training and function as a sub cashier at various sites.
• Possess or be able to obtain a current Maricopa County food handler’s certificate.
• Ability to work independently.
• Possess excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to operate a computer, standard office machines and work-related equipment.
• Ability to work cooperatively with administrators, teachers, and students.
• Ability to balance monies and reports.
• Ability to organize work to meet a time schedule.
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, stoop, reach and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to relate to students, staff and public in a positive manner.

Job Goal

Performs appropriate bookkeeping procedures to ensure accurate cash and records for the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs. Strive to provide excellent customer service to students, parents, and school staff.

Responsibilities

• Receive and deposit monies into student accounts, gives correct change.
• Understand procedure and operate point of sale meal program software.
• Balance and prepare daily deposit.
• Prepare daily and monthly reports of cash received and meals sold.
• Maintain accurate class lists and free/reduced verification lists.
• Operate POS during meal service.
• Assist with food preparation, meal service, and cleaning on a daily basis.
• Operate a computer, standard office machines and work-related equipment on a daily basis.
• Communicate to parents, staff, and students with respect and courtesy at all times.
• Provide optimal customer service by welcoming and providing positive interaction with the students at meal time.
• Organize work to meet a time schedule and assist in catering duties.
• Possess a working knowledge of proper cooking and serving temperatures to ensure food is safe for consumption.
• Understand and apply safety-related precautions as outlined in SDS (safety data sheets).
• Produce neat and orderly work.
• Operate as a team member of the kitchen at all times.
• Knowledge of proper response required by current school crisis plan.
• Lift and move items weighing up to 40 lbs., for example stock food items, pushcarts and food cases.
• Participates and understands HACCP monthly training lessons.
• Read and understand all department SOPs.
• Attend annual training in-services provided by the district.
• Participate in Wellness education activities.
• Contribute to the team by accomplishing additional duties as assigned.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents in English materials lists and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine correspondence in English. Ability to speak effectively in English before groups of customer or employees.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written and verbal form.

Evaluation

Performance will be evaluated by Food Service Manager.

Supervision

Supervised by Food Service Manager. Exercises no supervisory duties.

Grade / Salary Schedule / Length of Work Year

Grade B Salary Range: $16.53+ (DOE). 6 hrs. per day / School Calendar plus 5 days / Benefits.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $16.53 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Melissa Harvey , Food Service Supervisor
• Madison District Office
• Email: [e-mail]