General Cafeteria Worker - JHIS for 26-27 school year (reopened, revised 8-20-2026)

WEST JEFFERSON HILLS SD; Clairton (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

WEST JEFFERSON HILLS SD is seeking part-time General Cafeteria Workers for Jefferson Hills Intermediate School, McClellan Elementary and Thomas Jefferson High School. Positions run 9:30 am–1:30 pm, with a $16.56 hourly rate rising to $16.81 after 90 days. The role may involve substitutes through Precision HR at different rates.

9 months of school-year work with potential return next year. Responsibilities include assisting students and staff, preparing and serving meals, maintaining sanitation,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency, required.
• 1–3 years of experience in a food service, preferred.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment.
• Able to follow written and oral directions.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work under pressure in a fast paced environment.
• Able to work around and with children.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers (students, teachers, administrators) in a kind and friendly manner.
• Assist with preparing and serving food while demonstrating proper portion control and observing and practicing all safety techniques and guidelines of HACCP and ACHD.
• Maintain proper sanitation throughout the kitchen by practicing proper personal hygiene as required by the Allegheny County Department of Health.
• Maintain sanitary areas that include but is not limited to: cookware, dishes, utensils, service areas, prep areas, work tables, cookers, and equipment.
• Keep serving lines and other kitchen areas attractive and sanitized during all serving periods and ensure these areas are clean at the end of shift.
• Demonstrate knowledge of meal components and assist customers in building a reimbursable meal.
• Handle accounts and monies when necessary by utilizing computers and point of sales systems.
• Keep all paperwork accurate and neat.
• All other duties as assigned by the Director of Food Service and/or guided by the cook

Skills

High school diploma

Food service experience

Equipment operation

Written & oral directions

Communication skills

Time management

Work with children

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Part-time general cafeteria worker position - multiple positions available (revised 8-20-2026)

4 hour/day positions at Jefferson Hills Intermediate School, McClellan Elementary and Thomas Jefferson High School (approximately 9:30 am to 1:30 pm)

Permanent Position hourly rate: $16.56 per hour; $16.81 after 90 working days for 26-27 school year

9 month position working during the school year; reasonable assurance to return for next school year

Substitute positions also available and employed through Precision HR - contact [e-mail] ($14.00 per hour for cafeteria substitutes-prep and serve food; $12.00 for lunch aides-oversee elementary students at lunch and recess)

POSITION TITLE: General Cafeteria Worker

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency, required
• One to three years of experience in a food service, preferred
• Ability to operate food preparation and kitchen equipment
• Able to follow written and oral directions
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Able to work around and with children
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team

REPORTS TO: Director of Food Service

Accountability Objective

General workers in the cafeteria prepare attractive and nutritious meals in an atmosphere of efficiency and cleanliness through duties related to food preparation and serving, operation of kitchen equipment, and maintenance of the overall security of the kitchen and supplies. In addition, General Workers adhere to county, state, and federal guidelines while completing assigned duties.

Performance Accountabilities

• Assist customers (students, teachers, administrators, etc.) in a kind and friendly manner.
• Assist with preparing and serving food while demonstrating proper portion control and observing and practicing all safety techniques and guidelines of HACCP and ACHD.
• Maintain proper sanitation throughout the kitchen by practicing proper personal hygiene as required by the Allegheny County Department of Health.
• Maintain sanitary areas that include but is not limited to: cookware, dishes, utensils, service areas, prep areas, work tables, cookers, and equipment.
• Keep serving lines and other kitchen areas attractive and sanitized during all serving periods and ensure these areas are clean at the end of shift.
• Demonstrate knowledge of meal components and assist customers in building a reimbursable meal.
• Handle accounts and monies when necessary by utilizing computers and point of sales systems.
• Keep all paperwork accurate and neat.
• All other duties as assigned by the Director of Food Service and/or guided by the cook

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Standing for extended period of time

Lift 50lbs. of weight and be able to place it at various heights for storage and service needs

Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling 50 pounds repetitively

Able to continuously kneel, crouch, bend and reach to retrieve and handle kitchen materials and supplies

Moving fingers and hands in a repetitive manner

Ability to speak clearly and distinctly when communicating

Hearing clearly

Adequate vision to perform duties

Ability to withstand high temperatures

Able to cognitively understand and process written and verbal directions, organize tasks, and make appropriate decisions

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

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: SEIU Collective Bargaining Agreement