General Worker #36907 Downes Internal/External

Delaware-Schools-Consortium; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Christina School District seeks a General Worker for Downes Elementary School to support food service operations. The role includes food preparation, serving meals, cashiering, and maintaining clean, safe dining areas for students and staff.

The position requires 3.25 hours daily with a focus on food safety and customer service. Successful candidates will follow HACCP procedures and collaborate with the Child Nutrition team to ensure smooth meal service.

Qualifications

• Able to follow instructions and take initiative.
• Cooperative attitude with students, staff, and co-workers.
• Knowledge of sanitation precautions per HACCP plan.
• Willingness to learn operation of kitchen equipment and/or cash register.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be free from drugs and alcohol.
• Able to stand and work for at least 4 hours daily.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain assigned kitchen areas and equipment.
• Assist on serving lines, dish room, prep, and cashier duties as directed.
• Keep areas, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitized per HACCP plan.
• Clear dining tables, sweep kitchen areas, and manage supplies.
• Cooperate with manager and staff to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Follow instructions

Cooperative attitude

Sanitation knowledge

Kitchen equipment operation

Lifting 50 pounds

Punctuality

Stand for 4 hours

Tools

Cash register

Commercial slicer

Kitchen equipment

Job description

General Worker #36907 Downes Internal/External JobID: 36907

• Date Posted: 8/24/2026
• Location: Downes (John R.) Elementary School
• Date Available: September 2026
• Closing Date: 09/11/2026

Position: General Worker #36907 INTERNAL/EXTERNAL Closing: September 11, 2026

Reports to: Directly responsible to Child Nutrition Manager and indirectly reports to Operations Manager, Specialist, and Child Nutrition Supervisor

Location: Downes Elementary School 3.25 hours

Position Function: Directed by Child Nutrition Manager; Participates in food preparation in any area, serving food, setting up counters, cashiering, operating, kitchen equipment, and clean-up of kitchen facilities and serving areas. Successful completion of job duties will result in an eating environment where meals are prepared, served, and stored in an atmosphere that promotes food safety, sanitation, and a warm, inviting experience for students and staff.

Responsibilities: See responsibilities listed on reverse side

Starting Date: September 2026

SALARY: Salary schedule can be found on the district website: https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1787062667/christinak12org/z2n2cfzbsj9am1323mpi/FY2027FoodServicesTable.pdf

Qualifications:

• Able to follow instructions, observe and take initiative where help is needed.
• Cooperative attitude and ability to work well with students, school personnel and co-workers, and Management.
• Knowledge of necessary sanitation precautions and procedures during food preparation and storage according to the district HACCP plan.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn the operation of kitchen equipment and/or cash register.
• Possess the ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Shall be free from the use of drugs and alcohol.
• Must be able to stand and work continuously for a minimum of 4 hours per workday.
• Must be able to use arms and hands without restrictions to accommodate the physical, mobility, and ambulatory needs of students.
• Must report to work on time every workday.
• Must perform all duties as assigned during scheduled workdays.

Responsibilities:

• Shall work in the area assigned by Child Nutrition Manager.
• Shall be responsible for proper use, operation, and cleanliness of kitchen equipment, heating and cooling units, cash register, commercial slicer and other equipment as required.
• Shall accept alternating assignments on the serving line, in the dish room, kitchen prep, and cash register as directed by the Child Nutrition Manager.
• Shall keep work, service areas, and equipment clean and sanitary and avoid a backlog of unwashed areas, equipment, and utensils according to the district HACCP Plan.
• Shall clear and clean dining area tables and chairs during and after meal service and sweep the floor in the kitchen preparation area.
• Shall move and store Child Nutrition food and supplies.
• Shall observe areas where help is needed and assist where needed to expedite the work.
• Shall cooperate willingly and follow instructions.
• Adheres to approve standards of personal hygiene and grooming, including appearance, cleanliness, and appropriate dress code.
• Shall display an attitude of cooperation and accommodation to all co-workers, students, faculty, Management, and administration. Shall perform other related duties as assigned by the Manager, Specialist or Supervisor

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.

Christina School District
Administration Office
1899 S. College Avenue
Newark, DE 19702
PH: 302/552-2600 FX: 302/295-8922
Website: www.christinak12.org

An acceptable Criminal Background Report and a Child Abuse Registry check showing you are not on the Registry at any level is Required Prior to Employment with the Christina School District

The Christina School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, or any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Inquiries regarding compliance with the above may be directed to the Title IX/Section 504 Coordinator, Christina School District, 1899 S. College Avenue, Newark, DE 19702; Telephone: [phone].