Food Service Operator

Abbeville County School District; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Abbeville County School District at Cherokee Trail Elementary is seeking a Food Service Operator for a 180-day assignment, 6 hours per day from 7:30 to 1:30. The role operates under the Principal, Lunchroom Manager, and Food Services Director to ensure a safe, orderly cafeteria environment during meals.

The position emphasizes supervising students, maintaining cleanliness, assisting with food service, and reporting safety concerns. Prior lunch/food service aide experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance.
• Experience in a school environment or with children is preferred.
• DMV license or ability to provide own transportation is required for certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students in the cafeteria during mealtime.
• Ensure tables and surrounding areas are clean and organized.
• Assist students with food purchases, distribution of food, disposal of waste, and return of trays and utensils.
• Maintain seating in assigned areas and circulate among tables to assist as needed.
• Report infractions or safety concerns to teachers, principal, nurse, or security personnel as appropriate.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Job description

• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Food Service Operator
• Date Posted:
  10/16/2026
• Location:
  Cherokee Trail Elementary
• Date Available:
  10/26/2026
• Closing Date:
  10/22/2026

Title: Food Service Operator

180 Days

6 Hours a day 7:30-1:30

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.

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 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.