Helper - School Food Service

Havre Public Schools Education Foundation; Havre (MT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Havre Public Schools Education Foundation is hiring a Food Service Helper to supervise students in the cafeteria and assist with meal service and cleanup. This role supports orderly mealtime and maintains a safe environment under school policy.

The position may require a pre-employment physical and offers up to 32.5 hours per week at $19.36 per hour, with eligibility for part-time scheduling and benefits as defined by district policies.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to stay organized and handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to work under supervision in a school setting.
• Commitment to student safety and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Supervises students in cafeteria during meals.
• Ensures tables and surrounding areas are clean and sanitary.
• Assists with food purchases, distribution of food, disposal of food waste, and return of trays and utensils.
• Keeps students seated in assigned areas during meals.
• Monitors groups during mealtime and assists as needed.
• Reports safety concerns to staff as appropriate.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Driver's license

Job description

Title: Food Service Helper

Location: High School/Highland Park

up to 32.5 hours per week

$19.36/hr

This position is subject to a pre-employment physical

Position Purpose

Under the direct supervision of the building Principal, to assist in maintaining an orderly and safe atmosphere in the cafeteria, on the playground, and in other designated locations by helping and supervising students at mealtime and playtime in accordance with Board policy and established district procedures.

Essential Functions

• Assists in supervising students in the cafeteria during mealtime.
• Assists in making sure that tables and surrounding areas are clean.
• Assists students with orderly food purchases, distribution of food, disposal of food waste, and return of trays and utensils.
• Ensures that students remain seated in assigned areas throughout their time in the cafeteria.
• Circulates among assigned tables during the mealtime to be available as needed.
• Organizes groups of students for orderly dismissal from the cafeteria.
• Reports to teachers, principal, nurse and/or security personnel as appropriate regarding infractions, safety concerns, injuries, or other issues involving students.

Additional Duties

• May collect count and deposit food services program monies.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective organizational and problem solving skills.
• Ability to maintain composure and perform responsibilities under pressure.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality about students in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and district guidelines.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard school environment and in outdoor weather.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Qualifications Profile

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

Certification/License

• Motor Vehicle Operator's (DMV) License or ability to provide own transportation.

Experience

• Successful prior experience working as a lunch or food service aide, preferably in a school district or with children.

Deadline

Open Until Filled