HELPER/SERVER

South Kitsap School District; Port Orchard (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

South Kitsap School District is seeking a Helper/Server at Marcus Whitman Middle School in Port Orchard, WA. This part-time role supports the Food and Nutrition Services, with responsibilities including serving meals, handling cash, and maintaining sanitary conditions.

The schedule spans 3.25 hours per day across 180 days plus holidays, starting immediately. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and offers integration into a collaborative team within the district's FNS

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to handle cash and reconcile transactions.
• Experience with food service and customer interactions is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Assist other personnel as needed to complete tasks.
• Maintain a sanitary and safe environment in food service operations.
• Handle payments for food items from students and staff.
• Inspect items, manage inventory, and ensure compliance with health standards.
• Prepare daily meal sales documentation and support reporting requirements.
• Prepare food and beverages for meals following guidelines.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Meal preparation

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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HELPER/SERVER - MARCUS WHITMAN

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Job Details

Job ID: 5914504

Application Deadline: Sep 10, 2026 4:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 03, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

HELPER/SERVER

MARCUS WHITMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL

Reports To:

FNS Director

Bargaining Unit:

SEIU

Department:

FNS

Salary Schedule

Schedule A

Employment Type:

Classified

Salary Range:

Helper/Server

FLSA Status:

Hourly

Hours per Day:

3.25

Revised Date:

July 2021

Days per Year:

180 (+11 Holidays) = 191

Belonging is a core value in the South Kitsap School District. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students and staff. We actively seek to understand the complex and rich identities of self and others and lean into and engage in courageous conversations. We know the educational environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with unique ideas come together to learn and grow.

South Kitsap Employees Will:

• Maintain and enhance a sense of belonging and success for traditionally marginalized populations.
• Cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationship with students, families, staff and community members.
• Demonstrate understanding of our unique cultures and celebrate differences.
• Embrace and actively promote an inclusive and equitable learning environment.

Comments: The approximate start and end times for this position will be 10:15am - 1:30pm. Confirmed schedule will be determined at the time of hire.

Essential Requirements:

• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities;
• Maintains a sanitary and safe environment, including work materials and food items, for the purpose of ensuring a safe and sanitary area, complying with required health and legal standards of operation;
• Handles payments for food items from students and staff, including reconciliation of accounts, (e.g. cash, meal tickets, etc.) for the purpose of securing funds for reimbursement of costs;
• Inspects food items and/or supplies for the purpose of verifying quantity and specifications of orders, ensuring adequate stock, monitoring inventories and/or complying with mandated health standards;
• Prepares documentation (e.g. daily meal sales) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information related to program use and to comply with federal and state guidelines for reporting meal usage;
• Prepares food and beverage items (including estimates) for the purpose of providing an effective food and nutrition services program/meals for students and staff in accordance with established health/nutrition guidelines and in compliance with state and federal regulations and laws;
• Responds to inquiries of students, staff and the public for the purpose of providing Food and Nutrition Services program information;
• Serves food items (e.g. school breakfast, school lunch, special event catering) for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and/or requests of students and school personnel.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, non-technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include - none specified;

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percent’s, and/or ratios; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes - none specified;

ABILITY is required to schedule activities; collate data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with others; work with specific, job‑related data; and utilize specific, job‑related equipment. In working with others, problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicate successfully both orally and in writing; learn food preparation techniques; remain flexible and re-channel activities as needed; follow oral and written instructions; properly lift and carry loads weighing up to 50 pounds; work with speed and efficiency while maintaining quality and safety; make accurate arithmetic calculations; make change and account for money and meal tickets; establish and maintain effective, positive working relationships with others.

Competencies:

Teamwork – Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; gives and welcomes appropriate feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests;

Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; conserves organizational resources;

Computer Skills – To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of computer operating systems;

Customer Service – Maintains professional demeanor when dealing with difficult or emotional situations; responds promptly to staff, student and public needs; solicits feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance;

Mathematical Skills – Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals;

Interpersonal Skills – Keeps emotions under control; remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment;

Oral and Written Communication – Listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings; read and comprehend written and verbal instructions; writes clearly and informatively;

Professionalism – Approaches other in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments;

Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality;

Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly;

Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time; arrives at meetings and appointments on time;

Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; meets commitments; follows policies and procedures.

Work Environment:

• The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions requires the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; significant stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 2% sitting, 48% walking and 50% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations, some hazardous conditions, and in a clean atmosphere.

Education and Experience:

• High School graduate or equivalent;
• Prior related work experience desired;

Certificates:

• Washington Food and Beverage Service Workers’ Permit required;
• American School Food Service Association certificate preferred.

Clearances:

• Washington State Patrol and FBI Fingerprint Background Clearance.

Other Requirements:

• Completed online application (with supporting documents).

Health Benefits Information:

Most positions within the South Kitsap School District are governed by collective bargaining agreements that specify the benefits related to employment with the district, including insurance provisions, vacations, holidays, and other related benefits.

For more information about benefits, please visit SEBB and SEBB Enrollment Guide or contact our Payroll and Benefits Department at [phone] or [e-mail].

The South Kitsap School District provides equal educational and employment opportunity without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation – including gender expression or identity, marital status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Equal access to activities, facilities and program is provided to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups.

District procedure complies with all applicable state and federal laws.

South Kitsap School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all education programs, services, and activities. For information regarding translational bilingual education programs, contact the Executive Director of Teaching and Learning at [phone].

All Employees are required to furnish proof of identity and employment authorization status.

The South Kitsap School District is committed to providing a drug‑free, tobacco‑free environment for all persons-students, community and staff.

Any offer of employment with the South Kitsap School District is on a conditional basis pending the successful completion of an FBI and Washington State Patrol fingerprint background check.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $23.11 to $26.01 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Sadie Hoettel
• 2689 Hoover Ave. SE
• Port Orchard, Washington 98366
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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