Nutrition Services | Shawnee Middle School | 4hr Cafeteria Assistant

Fort-Wayne-Community-Schools; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Wayne Community Schools Nutrition Services is seeking a 4-hour Cafeteria Assistant at Shawnee Middle School in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Starting date is immediate with duties including food preparation, serving, and cashiering as assigned.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and successful completion of a credit check. Physical tasks include lifting up to 50 pounds and operating standard food service equipment as part of a busy school cafeteria.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent with training and experience to perform duties.
• Must successfully pass credit check.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, package and serve food items per established procedures and HACCP standards.
• Maintain clean, sanitary food service areas and equipment.
• Assist in preparing entrees, fruits, vegetables, and other foods for distribution.
• Receive, store and rotate food items; assist with inventory as directed.
• Operate standard food service equipment safely.
• Maintain routine records of assigned activities.
• Support FWCS Schools of Success mission and core competencies in daily work.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Nutrition Services | Shawnee Middle School | 4hr Cafeteria Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5934000
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PURPOSE

Prepare and serve food items; perform cashiering duties as assigned; maintain food service facilities, equipment and utensils in a clean and sanitary condition.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and sufficient training and experience to perform assigned duties.

• Must successfully pass credit check

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepare and/or package food items; assemble various ingredients; heat, package and wrap food items according to established procedures, portion control standards and HACCP standards.

• Maintain food service facilities, equipment and utensils in a clean and sanitary condition according to HACCP standards; clean serving areas, counters, tables, food containers, refrigerators and food service equipment; operate dish washers and wash trays, pots, pans, plates, utensils and other serving equipment as assigned.

• Prepare and assemble entrees, fruits, vegetables, sandwiches, desserts and other assigned foods for distribution as needed; prepare food items as assigned; mix, slice and chop food items as assigned; assist in assuring proper temperature of foods.

• Assist in the receipt, storage and rotation of food items and supplies in storage areas as assigned; assist with inventory activities as directed; open cans and boxes and replenish containers as necessary.

• Safely operate standard food service equipment including but not limited to ovens, slicers, food carts, can openers, warmers, steam-jacketed kettles, rotary ovens, proofers, assembly lines and mixers.

• Maintain routine records related to assigned activities.

• Support s the FWCS Schools of Success mission to empower all students to reach their potential through equitable and relevant community-connected experiences to ensure students achieve at least one of the 4E’s – (Enrollment, Employment, Enlistment, or Entrepreneurship . )

• Positively p romote s and e mbod ies the FWCS Schools of Success six core competencies in our daily work: Creativity and Innovation, Critical and Analytical Thinking, Collaboration, Communication, Cultural Agility, and Self-Direction

• Perform r elated duties, as assigned.

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

To perform the essential functions of this job effectively and safely, employees must meet the following physical qualifications:

• Communication Skills: Ability to speak clearly and hear effectively in various environments.

• Manual Dexterity: Adeptness in the use of hands and fingers.

• Postural Endurance: Sit or stand for prolonged periods, as the job requires.

• Flexibility: Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, or crouch to perform specific duties.

• Visual Acuity: Close vision ability with the capacity to adjust focus.

• Mobility: Freedom to sit or walk at will throughout the work environment.

• Strength and Stamina: Capability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to fifty (50) pounds or more.

FWCS will reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $16.75 to $17.90 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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