Food Service Operator

TrulyHired; Abbeville (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

TrulyHired in a school district seeks a Food Service Operator to supervise students in the cafeteria during meals and help with food distribution and cleanup. You will assist with maintaining order and safety in designated areas, under the supervision of the Principal, Lunchroom Manager, and Food Services Director.

The role emphasizes effective communication, problem solving, and teamwork, with responsibilities including reporting safety concerns and supporting district guidelines.

Qualifications

• Experience as lunch or food service aide in a school setting.
• Driver's license or ability to provide own transportation.
• Knowledge of basic food service safety and student interaction.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during mealtime in the cafeteria.
• Ensure tables and surrounding areas are clean and safe.
• Assist students with food distribution, tray return and waste disposal.
• Report safety concerns and incidents to teachers or staff.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational and problem solving

Maintaining composure under pressure

Cooperative teamwork

Confidentiality of student info

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Title: Food Service Operator

180 Days 7 Hours

Position Purpose

Under the direct supervision of the building Principal, Lunchroom Manager, & Food Services Director to assist in maintaining an orderly and safe atmosphere in the cafeteria, and in other designated locations by helping and supervising students at mealtime in accordance with Board policy and established district procedures.

Essential Functions:

• Assists in supervising students in the cafeteria during mealtime.
• Assists in making sure that tables and surrounding areas are clean.
• Assists students with orderly food purchases, distribution of food, disposal of food waste, and return of trays and utensils.
• Ensures that students remain seated in assigned areas throughout their time in the cafeteria.
• Circulates among assigned tables during the mealtime to be available as needed.
• Reports to teachers, principal, nurse and/or security personnel as appropriate regarding infractions, safety concerns, injuries, or other issues involving students.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Additional Duties

• Performs other related tasks as assigned.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective organizational and problem solving skills.
• Ability to maintain composure and perform responsibilities under pressure.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality about students in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and district guidelines.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in a standard school environment and in outdoor weather.
• Must be able to lift at least forty pounds

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Qualifications Profile

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying.

Certification/License:

• Motor Vehicle Operator's (DMV) License or ability to provide own transportation.

Experience:

• Successful prior experience working as a lunch or food service aide, preferably in a school district or with children.

FLSA Status: Nonexempt