Part-time Cafeteria Worker

Wythe County Public Schools; Wytheville (VA); On-site; USD 16,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Wythe County Public Schools in Wytheville, Virginia is recruiting a Part-time Cafeteria Worker to join our school nutrition team. The role includes food preparation, serving meals, cashier duties if needed, and maintaining sanitary dining areas.

The ideal candidate is at least 21 years old with a high school diploma or GED, some food prep experience, the physical stamina to lift up to 50 pounds, and the ability to work at a pace that meets daily meal deadlines.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old and have a high school diploma or GED, with some food preparation experience.
• Interested in preparing and working with food.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and endure temperature variances in food service.
• Able to stand, walk, bend, and perform moderate lifting.
• Works at a pace to meet daily deadlines and operates food service equipment or the cash register.
• Communicates effectively with students, staff and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, cooks, and serves meats, breads, vegetables, and other foods according to the menu.
• Prepares and serves fruits, desserts, salads, soups, and other foods.
• Washes pots, pans, kettles, and other cooking utensils (max 25 pounds).
• Operates dishwasher, mixer, chopper, slicer, steamers, oven, and other equipment.
• Participates in daily clean-up of work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Assist in estimating and ordering food supplies.
• Receives and stocks food supplies (max 55 pounds).
• Maintains sanitary conditions and serves as cashier if needed.
• Courteously serves food to students while adhering to portion control and safety standards.
• Follows trash disposal procedures and reports equipment needs.
• Attends in-service training and offers improvement ideas.

Skills

Age 21+

High school diploma or GED

Food preparation experience

Stamina for lifting 50 pounds

Stand/walk/bend and lift

Quick, accurate work pace

Operates food service equipment or POS

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Food service equipment

Job description

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Job Details

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

PERSONNEL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Part-time Cafeteria Worker

Wythe County Public Schools

Augsut 14, 2026

Preferred Qualifications:

• Is at least 21 years of age, possesses a high school diploma or GED certificate, and has some experience in food preparation.
• Possesses an interest in preparing and working with food.
• Possesses the physical stamina to withstand temperature variances common to food service facilities and can lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Tolerates continuous standing, walking, bending, and moderate lifting.
• Works at the speed necessary to meet deadlines.
• Operates food service equipment and/or cash register.
• Communicates effectively and can get along with students, staff, and co-workers.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Prepares, cooks, and serves meats, breads, vegetables, and other foods in accordance with the menu.
• Prepares and serves fruits, desserts, salads, soups, and other foods.
• Washes pots, pans, kettles, and other cooking utensils. – maximum weight 25 pounds.
• Operates dishwasher, mixer, chopper, slicer, steamers, oven, and other food service and mechanical equipment.
• Participates in daily clean-up of work surfaces, eating and food preparation areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Sweeps, mops, and performs other cleanup duties as assigned.
• Assist in estimating and ordering food supplies.
• Receives and stocks food supplies – maximum weight 55 pounds.
• Maintains sanitary conditions.
• Serves as cashier and collects money for meals, if necessary.
• Courteously serves food to students while adhering to portion control, safety, and appearance standards.
• Scrapes food from used dishes and washes them in the dishwasher.
• Follows trash separation and disposal procedures.
• Reports needed supplies and equipment malfunctions to the Cafeteria Manager.
• Observes and promotes safe work practices and procedures.
• Attends in-service training sessions to develop and improve knowledge and skills.
• Recommends changes and improvements regarding his/her job and accepts changes readily.
• Adheres to uniform and personal hygiene requirements.
• Prepares and serves banquet and special function meals as required.
• Inspects cleaned dishes for cleanliness, chips, cracks, etc., and stores them in the appropriate location.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Cafeteria Manager, Assistant Cafeteria Manager, and/or Cafeteria Coordinator.

Terms of Employment: 180 days per year

Salary: Cafeteria Worker Salary Scale

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

APPLICATION DEADLINE: UNTIL FILLED

Notice of Non-Discrimination:

The Wythe County School Board is committed to nondiscrimination with regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law, political affiliation, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This commitment prevails in all of its policies and practices concerning staff, students, educational programs and services, and individuals and entities with whom the Board does business.

The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Director of Personnel and Human Resources or School Social Worker: 1570 W. Reservoir Wytheville, VA 24382, 276-228-5411.

You may also contact these individuals at: https://wythe.k12.va.us/cms/One.aspx?portalId=433983&pageId=2352681

For further information on notice of nondiscrimination, visit https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/index.html for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481