Food Service Worker

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

Job summary

Lake Hills Elementary School in Michigan City, Indiana is seeking a part-time Food Service Worker to join the school meal program. You will assist in food preparation and service, maintain a safe and sanitary kitchen, and support cashier duties and meal claims using the POS system.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, ability to lift 50 pounds, 18+ years of age, and prior school food service or similar experience. This is a part-time position with hourly pay per contract.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• School food service or related experience preferred.
• Food safety training preferred.
• Cashier experience advantageous.
• Include resume and cover letter with online application.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and service in the school kitchen and cafeteria.
• Maintain kitchen and dining area in a safe, sanitary condition.
• Provide excellent customer service and operate the POS system for meal claims.

Skills

Customer service

Math skills

Cashier experience

Teamwork

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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This job is also posted in Michigan City Area Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5891451

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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