Kitchen Worker Substitute

Sylvania; New Buffalo (MI); On-site; USD 1,653,120 - 2,204,160; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

No nights or weekends

Built-in holidays and breaks

Summers off

Complimentary meals

Job summary

New Buffalo Area Schools is seeking a part-time school nutrition assistant to serve meals to students and staff in a clean, friendly environment. The role emphasizes teamwork, punctuality, and food safety while supporting the district’s mission.

Hours are weekdays, September 2026 through June 2027, with shifts from 7:30 am to 2:30 pm. Certifications are provided, and benefits include time off when school breaks. Join a supportive team making a difference for students.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Serv Safe Certification provided.
• Serv Safe Allergen Certification provided.
• Excellent work ethic: punctual, self-starter, team player.
• Ability to work with children, teens and young adults.

Responsibilities

• Serve nutritious and attractive meals to students and staff.
• Maintain cleanliness and efficiency in kitchen operations.
• Assist with food preparation and food safety practices.
• Follow allergen controls and safety procedures.
• Interact positively with students and staff in a warm manner.

Skills

Team player

Punctual

Self-starter

People skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Serv Safe Certification

Serv Safe Allergen Certification

Job description

• No Nights or Weekends:
• Built-in Holidays and Breaks:
• Summers Off
• Complimentary Meals
• Be part of a fun, supportive team that makes a difference for students every day
• Great opportunity for retirees, parents, or anyone looking or meaningful part-time work

JOB GOAL:

To serve the students and staff nutritious and attractive meals in an atmosphere of efficiency, cleanliness and warmth while helping to advance the mission and vision of New Buffalo Area Schools.

SCHEDULE:

As needed on days when kitchen is short staffed.

HOURS:

September, 2026 - June2027 Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 2:30 pm

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Serv Safe Certification (provided)

Serv Safe Allergen Certification (provided)

Excellent work ethic: punctual, self-starter, team player

Ability to work with children, teens and young adults

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s function require the following:

• Lift, carry, push, or pull moderately heavy objects (at times up to 50 lbs)
• Standing or walking for extended periods of time.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate kitchen equipment.
• Carrying, pushing or pulling food trays, carts, material and supplies.
• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.
• Bending at the waist
• Hazards include exposure to very hot foods, equipment, and metal objects.
• Exposure to sharp knives, slicers, and cleaning agents.