Food Services Associate

Cebde; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Job summary

A community education building is looking for a dedicated Food Service Associate to manage meal service for up to 1,200 students. Responsibilities include operating a POS system, handling cash transactions, and assisting in food preparation. The ideal candidate enjoys working with children and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This entry-level position offers a chance to make a meaningful difference in students' lives. Candidates should have a high school diploma and must pass a criminal background check.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in school food service is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs on occasion.

Responsibilities

• Manage cash from daily meal transactions.
• Operate the Point of Sale (POS) system.
• Prepare food and assist with kitchen sanitation.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Team collaboration

Basic math skills

Flexibility

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Point of Sale (POS) system

Job description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Join a mission-driven team where your work directly impacts students every day. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, engaging with youth, and being part of a supportive community, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference.

Our Food Service Associate plays a vital role in our community by ensuring students receive USDA-compliant meals and the nourishment they need to learn, grow, and thrive each day. We are seeking a Food Service Associate at the Community Education Building (CEB) who will help support daily meal service operations for up to 1,200 students and staff. This role is responsible for maintaining a clean and orderly checkout area, accurately processing transactions, and providing excellent customer service to students, staff, and visitors.

The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and personable, with a genuine enjoyment of working with children in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include handling small cash transactions, operating a computerized point-of-sale (POS) system, answering food service-related questions, and supporting food preparation between meal periods under the direction of the School Chef.

This position requires a strong commitment to professionalism, integrity, and purpose, while contributing to a positive and welcoming dining experience for all. This is an entry-level, hourly position with onsite parking provided.

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collect and safely manage cash from daily meal transactions and a la carte purchases.
• Properly sort, count and wrap bills and coins.
• Operate a compliant Point of Sale (POS) service and POS computer system.
• Ability to set up cafeteria, condiment, milk, and snack food stations.
• Conduct daily cleaning and sanitation of all Servery and kitchen areas and equipment.
• Knowledgeable of USDA Meal Program regulations to assure meal compliance.
• Ability to educate children and staff of meal program requirements as necessary.
• Prep salads and sandwiches, cup fresh fruits and vegetables per Chef.
• Ability to calculate basic math including adding and subtraction.
• Ability to read production sheets, recipes, weigh, and measure foods and properly package items.
• Serve food on tray line when needed.
• Prepare containers, food and meal counts for satellite site deliveries.
• Assist with inventory, dish room and receiving deliveries.
• Maintain a friendly demeanor with parents, students, teachers, and administration.
• Maintain uniform appearance.
• Attend scheduled meetings and workshops.
• Ability to get to report to work on time for scheduled shift.
• Communicate openly and professionally.

Requirements

PERSONAL TRAITS AND STRENGTHS

• Team player
• Flexible
• Client-service oriented

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift up-to 25lbs on occasion
• Reaching above shoulder height and bending below waist
• Stand for extended periods of time

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must pass criminal background check
• School food service experience a plus

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The CEB is an equal opportunity employer. We will extend equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Our policy reflects and affirms the CEB’s commitment to the principles of fair employment and the elimination of all discriminatory practices.