Food Service Worker 4hr (Part-Time) (Job ID# 3068)

Calvert County Public Schools; Prince Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Calvert County Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Food Service Worker for the Child Nutrition department. The position entails preparing and serving food in compliance with USDA and health department regulations. Candidates must hold a high school diploma, with ServSafe certification preferred, and should demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. This role is crucial for providing nutritious meals to students in a supportive school setting.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• ServSafe Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and serves food according to regulations.
• Maintains high standards of sanitation and hygiene.
• Operates and cleans kitchen equipment.

Skills

Basic math skills

Knowledge of food services

Knowledge of kitchen sanitation procedures

Cash handling experience

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

CALERT COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Prince Frederick, Maryland 20678

June 23 , 2025

POSITION

Food Service Worker

DEPARTMENT

Child Nutrition

LOCATION

TBD

REPORTS TO

Principal, Supervisor of Child Nutrition, Cafeteria Manager, or designee

ANNUAL WORK SUMMARY

10 months per year, 190 days per year, 4 hours per day.

WAGE/PAY RATE

Scale 3: $ 19.71/hr - $ 24.74/hr

FLSA STATUS

Non-exempt

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Open Until Filled

EFFECTIVE START DATE

School Year 25-26

POSITION SUMMARY

Prepares and serves food in accordance with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Maryland Health Department, and Calvert County Health Department regulations as well as Calvert County Public Schools policies and procedures.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

At the time of application, the candidate must hold or be eligible for:

High school diploma, possession of a general education development (GED) certificate or Maryland high school certificate of attendance

ServSafe Certification preferred

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

None

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

(These are pre-employment knowledge, abilities, and skills that apply to the Essential Job Functions.)

At the time of application, the candidate must have:

Ability to perform basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division)

Knowledge of food services and kitchen sanitation procedures

Knowledge of computerized point of sale and/or cash handling experience

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a variety of age groups (Pre-K through Grade 12)

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Calvert County Public Schools may find appropriate and acceptable

Demonstrated success in accomplishing tasks akin to those responsibilities listed below

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND DUTIES :

Prepares and serves food using proper portions in accordance with district, state, and USDA regulations

Works rapidly and efficiently in performing tasks

Works effectively with school personnel and students

Operates and cleans all kitchen equipment established in the cafeteria

Applies and maintains high standards of sanitation and personal hygiene

Accepts money and operates a point-of-sale computer system during serving time

Stores food and supplies in accordance with instructions and assists in taking inventories

Ensures that all activities conform to district guidelines

Maintains proper food safety in compliance with local health department regulations

Fills in for Cafeteria Manager/Assistant Manager if needed.

Attends staff development training

Assists in all areas of the school food service program as directed

Thinks, concentrates, and interacts positively with others

Comes to work regularly and promptly

Works under stress and meets all deadlines

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND DUTIES :

(Duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive nor limit duties that might reasonably be assigned.) Performs related work as required or assigned by the principal, supervisor of Child Nutrition, cafeteria manager or designee.

PHYSICAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL CONDITIONS/ DEMANDS:

Exerts moderate physical effort, including the independent lifting and carrying of food items and objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds. Frequent reaching and bending.

Standing and walking on hard flooring for long periods of time.

Operating commercial food service equipment.

Working around a wide range of temperatures commonly found in a commercial kitchen environment.

Working with commercial chemical cleaning agents.

UNUSUAL DEMANDS:

May be subject to a flexible work schedule

EVALUATION :

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the policy on evaluation as established by Calvert County Public Schools.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

All applicants please apply through the applicant tracking system located on the Calvert County Public Schools’ website – www.calvertnet.k12.md.us .

References must be directly related to education experience and must include immediate supervisor.

Prior to the filling of any vacancy, permanent employees who have requested a transfer in a timely manner shall be afforded an opportunity meet with the supervisor of the position for which the vacancy exists.

State law requires that anyone hired after October 1, 1986, who will have contact with school children, must be fingerprinted and submit to a criminal background investigation. Federal law requires that a new employee must complete the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9) in person before beginning employment. Employment is conditional upon successful completion of a drug screen. Current employees of the Calvert County Public Schools are exempt from these requirements.

House Bill 486 – Child Sexual Abuse and Sexual Misconduct Prevention Statement

Pursuant to Section 6-113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland - House Bill 486 Child Sexual Abuse and Sexual Misconduct Prevention, all applicants are required to report all former employment where direct contact with minors may have occurred. The applicant must submit the contact information of the current employer, all former school employers, and all former employers not school related. Applicants should also include contact information for organizations where the applicant has volunteered, coached, mentored, tutored or otherwise had direct contact with minors.

Nondiscrimination Statement

Calvert County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry or national origin, familial status, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth programs.

Calvert County Public Schools does not refuse enrollment of a prospective student, expel a current student, or withhold privileges from a current student, or prospective student, or the parent or guardian of a current or prospective student because of an individual’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, age, national original, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.

Calvert County Public Schools does not discipline, invoke a penalty against, or take any other retaliatory action against a student or parent or guardian of a student who files a complaint alleging that the program or school discriminated against the student, regardless of the outcome of the complaint.

The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

• Director of Student Services

• Director of Human Resources
  443-550-8000

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Assessment System at: https://ocrcas.ed.gov or call 1-800-421-3481.

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Anti-sexual, Anti-racial and Anti-disability Harassment Statement

Discrimination can manifest itself in behaviors such as bullying, harassment, or intimidation of individuals.

Calvert County Public Schools does not tolerate any form of harassment including, but not limited to, sexual, racial, or disability. Any individual (student, employee, or community member) who believes that they have been subjected to any form of harassment is encouraged to report the allegation of harassment. Students, parents, and community members may report allegations of harassment to: Ms. Cecelia Lewis, Director of Student Services, Calvert County Public Schools, 1305 Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678

Employees may report allegations of harassment to: Mr. Zachary Seawell, Director of Human Resources, Calvert County Public Schools, 1305 Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678

Calvert County Public Schools is committed to conducting a prompt investigation for any allegation of harassment. If harassment has occurred, the individual will be disciplined promptly. Disciplinary actions for students found to have engaged in any form of harassment may result in suspension or expulsion. Disciplinary actions for employees found to have engaged in any form of harassment may result in suspension or termination.

Calvert County Public Schools encourages all students, parents, employees, and community members to work together to prevent any form of harassment.

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Assessment System at: https://ocrcas.ed.gov or call 1-800-421-3481.