Food Service Worker

AC/GC High School; Guthrie Center (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

AC/GC High School in Guthrie Center, Iowa, seeks a part-time Food Service Worker to support school meals operations under the building principal. Responsibilities include food preparation, adherence to nutrition and menu planning standards, and safe handling of dietary requirements and allergens.

The role emphasizes leadership, organization, and teamwork in a busy kitchen, with opportunities to collaborate with staff, students, and administrators in a school setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary arts certification preferred.
• Proven experience as a cook or chef, preferably in an institutional or school setting.
• Supervisory or leadership experience in a kitchen environment.

Skills

Food prep

Nutrition

Menu planning

Allergen management

Leadership

Communication

Pressure handling

Kitchen safety

Education

High school diploma

Culinary cert

Job description

Food Service Worker

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Job Details

Job ID: 5932660

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 18, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Food Service Worker

Reports To: Building Principal

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary arts certification preferred.
• Proven experience as a cook or chef, preferably in an institutional or school setting.
• Supervisory or leadership experience in a kitchen environment.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of food preparation, nutrition, and menu planning.
• Familiarity with dietary requirements and allergen management.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in using kitchen equipment and maintaining safety standards.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy items (e.g., food supplies, equipment).
• Capability to work in a hot, humid kitchen environment.

Work Environment:

• School kitchens and cafeteria settings.
• Collaborative work with administrative staff, students, and kitchen team members.

Request Additional Information: Mr. Rhys Pate 9-12 Principal Adair-Casey/ Guthrie Center Schools Work: 641-332-2236 Email: [e-mail]

Position Type: Part-time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Contact Information

• Rhys Pate , Principal
• AC/GC High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]