General Cafeteria Worker - 4.0 Hours/Day

Applitrack; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 19,286,000 - 24,797,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking a General Cafeteria Worker for Bottenfield Elementary in Champaign, IL. This part-time role involves 4.0 hours per day in the school cafeteria, supporting food service operations and student meals.

Immediate availability is noted, with eligibility for district-scale wage rates under the Champaign Educational Support Professionals contract. The position emphasizes reliable teamwork, adherence to health and safety standards, and the ability to manage basic serving tasks

Qualifications

• Must pass Illinois Department of Public Health Food Handler Training within thirty days of hire.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or compensating experience.
• Ability to bend, stoop, turn, squat, and lift up to thirty (30) pounds.
• Good human relations and communication skills.

Skills

Communication skills

Human relations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

General Cafeteria Worker - 4.0 Hours/Day JobID: 2917

• Position Type: Food Service/ Cafeteria Staff
• Date Posted: 9/18/2026
• Location: Bottenfield Elementary
• Date Available: Immediately

Our Mission

• Positively transforming learning and life outcomes for students through educational justice, equity, and excellence.

Qualifications

• Must successfully pass the Illinois Department of Public Health Food Handler Training within thirty (30) days of hire
• High school diploma or equivalent, or compensating experience
• Ability to bend, stoop, turn, squat, and lift up to thirty (30) pounds
• Good human relations and communication skills

Compensation

• The hourly wage for this position is determined based on the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Champaign Educational Support Professionals, which is available on our website. The District gives experienced employees up to 20 years of experience credit for service outside the District if it is directly related to their position. 100% of an employee's contributions to IMRF is currently paid by the Board of Education. There are opportunities for employees to earn additional compensation during the regular school year and in the summer.

Application Deadline

• This position will remain posted until the hiring process is complete; however, interviews may be conducted any time after September 22, 2026, so interested applicants should submit their materials ASAP to ensure consideration.

More About Our Community

• Champaign Unit 4 Schools serves over 10,000 PreK-Young Adult students in 18 facilities, which include twelve elementary schools, three middle schools, two high schools, one early childhood facility, and the Novak Academy. Located conveniently near Chicago, Indianapolis, and St. Louis, Champaign residents enjoy the entertainment and intellectual activity of a large city, without the higher costs of living and lengthy commute times often associated with busy city/suburban life. The University of Illinois provides the excitement of Big 10 sporting events, a thriving business environment, and world-class entertainment at State Farm Center and the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Champaign is characterized by a thriving downtown and campustown, shopping centers and boutiques, award-winning restaurants, neighborhood parks, live music venues, and summer festivals. We also share many museums, galleries, and theatres with the adjacent city of Urbana.