Food Service Worker

Solon City Schools; Solon (IA); On-site; USD 21,683 - 26,629; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Single health benefits for permanent positions

Flexible scheduling for substitute roles

Job summary

Solon City Schools is seeking Cafeteria Workers to assist with meal preparation and serving in a fast-paced environment. The role requires maintaining cleanliness and providing a positive dining experience for students. Permanent positions offer competitive pay and single health benefits, while substitutes enjoy flexible scheduling.

The position follows a 10-month school calendar, with shifts typically from 10:00AM-1:30PM or 9:45AM-1:15PM. Pay ranges from $15.74 to $19.33, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Shall be able to read and follow directions and relate well with fellow employees, students, and staff.
• Shall demonstrate competence for assigned responsibilities.
• Shall present neat in appearance and maintain the highest standards of cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Assist in an efficient food service program providing nutritious food in a clean atmosphere.
• Assist in food preparation and serving counter setup.
• Review the menu for service and follow instructions from the Cafeteria Manager.
• Maintain sufficient serving utensils and food supplies.
• Clean kitchen utensils and equipment after lunch serving.
• Serve students and staff from the serving counter.
• Keep work area and stock rooms clean and sanitary.
• Provide friendly service to students.

Skills

Ability to read and follow directions

Competence in assigned responsibilities

Neat appearance and cleanliness

Ability to relate well with others

Job description

Solon Schools' Food & Nutrition Services offers both permanent and substitute positions in a fast-paced, rewarding environment. Cafeteria workers are responsible for the preparation, serving, and clean-up of daily school lunches, while providing students with a positive eating environment and outlook on healthy foods.

Permanent employees are offered competitive pay with the potential for growth, as well as single health benefits.

Substitute employees gain flexibility in scheduling and the option to work at each school in the district. Substitute openings are often scheduled in advance, but opportunities also arise for last‑minute call‑ins.

POSITION

Cafeteria Worker / Cafeteria Worker Substitute

POSITION TYPE

Classified – Food Service – Grade III

BENEFITS

Single health benefits available for permanent positions only.

SCHEDULE

• 10‑month position (August‑June), follows district calendar
• Monday‑Friday, 10:00AM‑1:30PM or 9:45AM‑1:15PM (3.5 hours)

HOURLY PAY

• $15.74‑$19.33, based on prior experience
• Substitute hourly pay: $15.74

QUALIFICATIONS

• Shall be able to read and follow directions and relate well with fellow employees, students, and staff.
• Shall demonstrate competence for assigned responsibilities.
• Shall present neat in appearance and maintain the highest standards of cleanliness.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

CONTRACT & WORKDAYS

Follows student days per district calendar.

RESPONSIBLE TO

Cafeteria Manager & Food Service Supervisor

SUPERVISES

N/A

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist in an efficient food service program which provides food of high nutritious quality and attractiveness in an atmosphere of cleanliness, cheerfulness, and personal care.

• Assist in the preparation of food portions and prepares hot and cold cafeteria serving counter.
• Review menu for service and instructions from the Cafeteria Manager for any variations that might occur.
• Maintain adequate supply of all serving utensils as required for the day's menu.
• Maintain all food supplies for necessary lunch periods using judgment and discretion during final lunch period.
• After each lunch serving period, assist in the kitchen as assigned by the Cafeteria Manager in the cleaning of utensils, carts, equipment and wiping of counters.
• Serve students and staff from the serving counter, utilizing equal and required portions.
• Assist in maintaining work area, refrigerators, freezers, and stock room in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition.
• Work productively with your team and provide friendly service to the students.
• Perform other related tasks as required, including duties at special meal functions, as required by the Cafeteria Manager or Food Service Supervisor.

NOTE

*The above is an overview of the basic duties and responsibilities of the Cafeteria Worker position. It is a broad overview and is not intended to be all inclusive.