Food Service Worker, Part-Time 3.5 hours

Sylvania; Oak Park (IL); On-site; USD 11,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

The Part-Time Food Service Employee at Oak Park and River Forest High School District 200 (OPRF) supports the daily cafeteria operations by delivering friendly service to students and staff, while keeping the dining area clean and safe.

Responsibilities include POS cashiering, setting up and breaking down serving lines, restocking supplies, assisting with food prep, and ensuring compliance with health and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in food service, cashier, or customer service preferred but not required.
• Ability to operate or learn a computerized POS system.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices preferred.
• Effective communication with students, staff, and coworkers.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Operate the POS system and process meal purchases.
• Provide friendly, courteous customer service to students, staff, and visitors.
• Set up serving lines and stations prior to meal service.
• Break down serving stations after meal periods and store/restock supplies.
• Assist with food preparation, portioning, and packaging as assigned.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen and serving areas.
• Follow all local, state, and federal food safety regulations.

Skills

Customer service

POS system

Food safety

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Job description

Job Title: Food Service Worker, Part-Time
Reports to: Food Service Director
Terms and Conditions: Part-time, 10:00am - 1:30pm, Monday thru Friday
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Rate of Pay: $18.64 per hour

OPRF – WHO WE ARE…

Oak Park and River Forest High School, or OPRF, is a comprehensive public high school located in Oak Park, IL, a suburb eight miles due west of downtown Chicago. We are a one-school district, with the majority of our students coming from two sender districts, River Forest Public Schools District 90 and Oak Park Elementary School District 97. We offer more than 200 courses, a variety of programs for students with special needs, 103 clubs and activities, and 34 competitive sports. We prepare our students well for post-secondary success, with an average ACT composite score of 24 and a 96% graduation rate.

Oak Park and River Forest are communities that highly value diversity. OPRF is a founding member of the national Minority Student Achievement Network, and our school is racially and economically diverse, with about 48% of our 3,300 students identifying as African-American, Hispanic, multiracial, or Asian. Our villages have long embraced the LGBTQ community, and we have a significant mix of homeowners and renters.

We seek faculty and staff who have high expectations for all students, and who value student voice in education. As a school, we are particularly focused on closing opportunity gaps for our students of color and other under-represented groups. OPRF is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. OPRF’s goal is to increase the diversity of its workforce.

OPRF is a great place for those who are interested in an environment that supports creativity, leadership at all levels, innovation, a focus on professional and curriculum development, and the best practices of instruction. We are currently seeking individuals to join our team that all students are capable of high levels of academic and social success.

Position Summary:

The Part-Time Food Service Employee supports the daily operation of the high school cafeteria by providing excellent customer service to students and staff while maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient food service environment. Responsibilities include food service preparation, cashiering, station setup and breakdown, cleaning, and adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system and accurately process student and staff meal purchases.
• Provide friendly, courteous, and efficient customer service to students, staff, and visitors.
• Set up serving lines and food stations prior to meal service, ensuring food is properly displayed and stocked.
• Break down serving stations after meal periods, including storing food properly and cleaning equipment.
• Restock food, beverages, utensils, condiments, and supplies throughout meal service.
• Assist with food preparation, portioning, and packaging as assigned.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, serving areas, dining areas, and food service equipment.
• Wash dishes, trays, utensils, and kitchen equipment as needed.
• Follow all local, state, and federal food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Handle food according to established health and safety guidelines.
• Assist with receiving, organizing, and storing food and supplies.
• Report equipment malfunctions, safety concerns, or inventory shortages to the Food Service Manager.
• Work collaboratively with food service staff to ensure efficient meal service.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Food Services.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Previous food service, cashier, or customer service experience preferred but not required. Ability to operate or learn a computerized point-of-sale (POS) system. Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices is preferred. Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and coworkers. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds, frequent bending, reaching, stooping, and repetitive hand motions. Ability to work in hot, cold, and wet environments typical of commercial kitchens.

Terms and Conditions:

This position supports the school calendar and typically represents a 176-day work year

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive listing of the duties performed in this position. The individuals currently holding this position perform additional duties and additional duties may be assigned.

Oak Park & River Forest High School District 200 (OPRF) is an Equal Opportunity Employer