Food Service Worker Substitute

Somerton School District; Somerton (AZ); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Somerton School District's Food Service Department is seeking a substitute Food Service Worker to support meal preparation, serving, and cafeteria upkeep. This 9‑month, non‑exempt position offers an hourly wage of $15.15 and works within the district's food service operations.

Under close supervision, the substitute will help with setup, food prep, serving, sanitation, and light ordering, with varied daily hours.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• One (1) year of food service experience preferred.
• Fingerprint Clearance Card (IVP) required at the time of hiring.
• Ability to possess a food handler's certification and other certificates as required.

Responsibilities

• Assists with preparing a variety of food to be served.
• Sets up serving line.
• Washes fruit and vegetables.
• Prepares food for cook.
• Prepares snack bars, salads and salad bar.
• Serves food.
• Prepares food for next meal or next day.
• Unloads and properly stores commodities.
• Assists with ordering of food and food supplies.
• Maintains cleanliness and order of storage areas.
• Assists with cleaning of food service areas.
• May take food service deposits to district office for processing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Applications will be accepted beginning
Friday, September 11, 2026 12:00 AM
(Pacific Standard Time)

Food Service Worker Substitute

Job Description

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT: Food Service Department

TYPE: Classified STATUS: Non-Exempt SALARY: $15.15 per hour, 9-month position, No Benefit Package WORK CALENDAR: 181 Day, Hours vary per day START DATE: September 2026

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

SUMMARY: Under close supervision, assists with preparation and serving of meals in addition to the maintenance of the assigned cafeteria.

Specific Duties/Tasks Include:

• Assists with preparing a variety of food to be served.
• Sets up serving line.
• Washes fruit and vegetables.
• Prepares food for cook.
• Prepares snack bars, salads and salad bar.
• Serves food.
• Prepares food for next meal or next day.
• Unloads and properly stores commodities.
• Assists with ordering of food and food supplies.
• Maintains cleanliness and order of storage areas.
• Assists with cleaning of food service areas.
• May take food service deposits to district office for processing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills and Other Characteristics:

• Knowledge in record keeping practices.
• Knowledge of proper safety techniques.
• Knowledge of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points.
• Knowledge of proper food handling techniques.
• Skill in following oral and written instructions.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Physical Requirements:

• Work is performed in an indoor and outdoor environment.
• Work requires frequent standing, walking, bending and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• May be exposed to moving kitchen equipment, cleaning solutions and chemicals.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent,

• One (1) year of food service experience preferred.
• Fingerprint Clearance Card (IVP) required at the time of hiring.
• Ability to possess a food handler's certification and other certificates as required.

343 N. Carlisle Ave
Phone - 928.341.6000
Fax - 928.341.6090
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