Food Service Worker

JOY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; Michigan City (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

JOY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL in Michigan City, Indiana is seeking a Food Service Worker to support daily meal operations in the school cafeteria. The role involves assisting with food preparation, maintaining sanitary kitchen conditions, and handling POS transactions for student meals.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, strong customer service skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. It requires 18+ years of age and a cooperative attitude with staff and students.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work with fellow staff and children.
• Must include resume and cover letter with online application.

Responsibilities

• Assists in any area of food preparation and service in the school kitchen and cafeteria.
• Maintains kitchen and dining area in a safe and sanitary condition.
• Practices excellent customer service and is responsible for understanding federal and state procedures for claiming meals, including operation of the point of sale system.

Skills

Customer service

Cashier experience

Basic math

Teamwork

Able to lift 50 pounds

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Point of sale system

Commercial kitchen equipment

Food safety training

Job description

Food Service Worker

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Job Details

Job ID: 5891444

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 18, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Reports To: Food Service Manager and Director of Food Service

Work Schedule: hours per day vary (between 4 to 5.75 hours per day; times vary (dependent upon location), school calendar year

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities

• Assists in any area of food preparation and service in the school kitchen and cafeteria.
• Maintains kitchen and dining area in a safe and sanitary condition
• Practices excellent customer service and is responsible for understanding federal and state procedures for claiming meals, including operation of the point of sale system
• Education and Experience
• High school graduate or GED equivalent
• Able to work cooperatively with fellow staff and children
• Excellent Customer Service
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• School food service experience
• Food safety training
• Commercial kitchen equipment operation
• Cashier experience
• Excellentbasic math skills
• Must include resume and cover letter with online application

Salary and Benefits

Payment Type: Hourly rate per contract

Benefits: Per Agreement with MCAS and MCCA

The Michigan City Area Schools does not discriminate on the basis of the Protected Classes of race, color, national origin, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry, or genetic information, which are classes protected by Federal and/or State law (collectively, “Protected Classes”). This includes the Corporation's employment opportunities, programs, and/or activities, or, if initially occurring off Corporation grounds or outside the Corporation's employment opportunities, programs and activities, affecting the Corporation's environment. For further information, clarification, or complaint, please contact the MCAS School Administration, 408 S. Carroll Avenue, Michigan City, Indiana 46360 at [phone] for Title IX (gender equity related issues); or Special Education Director , 408 S. Carroll Avenue, Michigan City, Indiana 46360 at [phone] for Section 504 (non-discrimination/disability issues and Americans with Disabilities). Any other information concerning the above policies may be obtained by contacting the Superintendent, Dr. Barbara Eason-Watkins, 408 S. Carroll Ave., Michigan City, Indiana 46360 at [phone].

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Sally Clark
• 408 S Carroll
• Michigan City, Indiana 46360
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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