Food Service Helper PT (District Wide)

Shenendehowa Central School District; Town of Clifton Park (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Shenendehowa Central School District is seeking a part-time Food Service Helper for the 2026–2027 school year. The role supports food preparation, service, and cleaning of kitchen equipment, with emphasis on excellent people skills and positive interaction with students, families, and staff.

Anticipated start date in November 2026. Compensation follows the CSEA agreement with steps from $17.33/hour to $19.20/hour, depending on experience and step level.

Qualifications

• Experience in restaurant/hotel dining preferred.
• Good working knowledge of proper methods for serving food and the care of kitchen supplies and equipment.
• Ability to understand and carry out both verbal and written directions.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administration.
• Exhibit thoroughness, good judgment, mental alertness, tact and courtesy.
• Physical condition commensurate with the responsibilities of the position.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine kitchen duties. Provides assistance in the preparation and service of food and is responsible for the cleaning of all kitchen equipment; completes other related work as required. This person should possess excellent people skills.

Job description

Food Service Helper (PT)

District Wide

3 hrs/day or 3.5 hrs/day, 10 mos/year

Shenendehowa Central School District has an anticipated vacancy and is now accepting applications. The District is seeking culturally proficient individuals who actively foster an engaging environment where students can develop confidence in their own success consistent with the Profile of a Shenendehowa Employee.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs routine kitchen duties. Provides assistance in the preparation and service of food and is responsible for the cleaning of all kitchen equipment; completes other related work as required. This person should possess excellent people skills.

Did You Know? More Hours Can Mean More Benefits!

Working more than one part-time position at Shenendehowa CSD could make you eligible for additional benefits. Combined hours that meet CSEA guidelines may qualify you for benefits typically offered to employees working 4+ hours per day. Interested in maximizing your schedule and benefits? We encourage applicants to explore our additional vacancies!

Compensation & Benefits

Step 1 ($17.33/hr) – Step 5 ($19.20/hr)

CSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement

Certifications/Qualifications

• Experience in restaurant/hotel dining preferred. Good working knowledge of proper methods for serving food and the care of kitchen supplies and equipment. Ability to understand and carry out both verbal and written directions. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administration. Exhibit thoroughness, good judgment, mental alertness, tact and courtesy. Physical condition commensurate with the responsibilities of the position.

Application Deadline – November 30, 2026

Anticipated Start Date – November 18, 2026

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Shenendehowa Central School District is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, race, creed or religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, gender, disability which can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status or any other classification protected by law.