Kitchen Assistant

Garfield Elementary School; Port Huron (MI); On-site; USD 7,000 - 9,000; Full time

Job summary

Garfield Elementary School in Port Huron, MI, is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support daily meal preparation and service within a compact morning window.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED, reliability, and strong teamwork. Duties include food handling, sanitation, inventory, and record-keeping; starts immediately with a 10:00a-1:15p schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Appearance must be clean and professional per uniform policy.
• Adequate reading and mathematical skills.
• Dependable, enthusiastic with a positive attitude.
• Reliable transportation and working phone.
• Ability to accomplish duties without supervision.
• Maintain accurate ordering and inventory records.
• Professional and courteous with students and staff.
• Ability to work in a diverse environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious, attractive meals daily per central menu.
• Follow proper food handling procedures and sanitation standards.
• Maintain sanitation and safety in the food service area.
• Keep records requested by the Food & Nutrition Services Office.
• Complete all food and non-food supply orders.
• Attend meetings to increase knowledge and efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Present a professional image of the school district to the community and staff.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Job description

Port Huron Area School District Garfield Elementary School - Port Huron, Michigan Open in Google Maps

Kitchen Assistant

Port Huron Area School District Garfield Elementary School - Port Huron, Michigan Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Port Huron Area School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5935812

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 22, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Building:

Garfield Elementary School

Position:

Kitchen Assistant

Qualifications:

See Posting

Hours/Times/Calendar:

3.25 Hrs /10:00a-1:15p / 191 Days

Effective:

Immediately

Allocation:

2.297.06.0000.1650

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Appearance must be clean and professional as described in our Departmental Uniform and Personal Hygiene
• Must have adequate reading and mathematical skills to perform the duties of the position.
• Must be dependable, enthusiastic and possess a positive attitude.
• Must have a reliable means of transportation and a working phone number.
• Demonstrated ability to accomplish work duties without supervision.
• Must possess the capability to maintain accurate ordering and inventory records.
• Must possess the ability to work in a professional/courteous manner with students and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to participate as a member of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a diverse environment.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assure nutritious and attractive meals are prepared and served daily in a friendly and timely manner in accordance with the central menu prepared by the Food & Nutrition Services Director.
• Assure proper food handling procedures are followed.
• Maintain high standards of sanitation and safety in the food service area.
• Maintain all records requested by the Food & Nutrition Services Office.
• Complete all food and non-food supply orders.
• Attend meetings conducted by the Food & Nutrition Services Director in order to increase knowledge and efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Conducts him/herself in a professional manner commensurate with his/her position and project a good public image of the School District in dealing with the community and employee groups.

PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES

• Must possess the ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds on a regular basis, and have the ability to bend easily at the knees.
• Must be able to stand for up to six hours at a time in order to prepare and serve meals.

SELECTION COMMITTEE DIRECTOR FOR FOOD SERVICES AND HUMAN RESOURCES

EVALUATED BY SUPERVISING ADMINISTRATOR

SALARY DATA AS PER NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category, (collectively, “Protected Classes”), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Caryn M. VanderHeuvel , Director of Human Resources
• Central Office
• Port Huron, Michigan 48060
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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