Food Service Worker, Part-time/Temporary (2026/2027 school year)

Somerton School District; Somerton (AZ); On-site; USD 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Somerton School District is seeking a part-time/temporary Food Service Worker for the 2026/2027 school year. Under supervision, you will assist with food prep, serving, and cleaning in the lunch room and kitchen, and supervise students during lunch periods.

A high school diploma and ability to obtain a Food Handler Certification are required, along with a Fingerprint Clearance Card at hire. This role supports safe, efficient meal service in a school setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain Food Handler Certification.
• Fingerprint Clearance Card (IVP) required at hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing a variety of foods for serving.
• Set up serving line and wash fruits/vegetables.
• Prepare food for cook and snacks, salads, and bars.
• Serve food and maintain clean serving line, dining room, and kitchen.
• Clean spills and ensure a safe environment during service.
• Stock groceries and assist with routine cleanup.
• Supervise students during lunch periods.

Skills

Food prep basics

Safety & sanitation

HACCP knowledge

Student supervision

Kitchen equipment handling

Following instructions

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Food Handler Certification

Fingerprint Clearance Card (IVP) required

Job description

Applications will be accepted beginning
Thursday, October 1, 2026 12:00 AM
(Pacific Standard Time)

Food Service Worker, Part-time/Temporary (2026/2027 school year)

Job Description

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT: Food Service Department

REPORTS TO: Food Service Manager and/or Food Service Director

DEFINITION: Under close supervision, assists with the preparation and serving of food for Somerton School District No. 11.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class).

TASKS:

Assists teachers with students in a lunch room setting. Assist with preparing a variety of foods to be served; sets up serving line; washes fruits and vegetables; prepares food for cook; prepares snack bars, salads and salad bars; serves food; cleans and maintains serving line, dining room and kitchen during and after service of food; cleans spills during food service to ensure a safe environment; prepares food for next meal or next day.

Cleans tables and floors; sweeps and mops floors; takes out trash; loads and unloads dishwasher; puts dishes, pots and pans in appropriate places; assists with stocking of groceries. Responsible for student supervision during lunch periods and performs related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

Knowledge of basic food preparation procedures.

Knowledge of basic safety and sanitation procedures in the kitchen.

Knowledge of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points.

Skill in monitoring and assisting students.

Skill in the safe utilization of kitchen utensils and equipment.

Skill in following oral and written instructions.

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Work is performed in an indoor environment. Work requires frequent standing, walking, bending and lifting up to 50 pounds. May be exposed to hot ovens, dangerous equipment, cleaning solutions and chemicals.

QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or equivalent. Ability to possess or obtain Food Handler Certification. Fingerprint Clearance Card (IVP) required at the time of hiring. Additional certifications may also be required as specified by the District.

343 N. Carlisle Ave
Phone - 928.341.6000
Fax - 928.341.6090
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