Part-Time Cafeteria Worker — School Schedule & Benefits

Quest Food Management Services, Inc.; Manhattan (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

No nights or weekends

Shoe Credit

Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit

401k with Matching

Company Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision

Job summary

Quest Food Management Services, Inc. is seeking a dependable Cafeteria Worker for Manhattan School District 114. The role emphasizes fast-paced service, customer interaction, and maintaining a clean, safe cafeteria environment.

Part-time hours align with a Monday–Friday, 9am–1pm schedule during the school year. Responsibilities include serving meals, assisting students, and following food safety regulations.

Qualifications

• No prior cafeteria/food service experience required.
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team.
• Food safety knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve food according to established recipes and portion standards.
• Greet and assist students in a friendly and professional manner.
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen area and equipment.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment as needed.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
• Assist with stocking, receiving deliveries, and organizing inventory.
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to ensure efficient meal service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong customer service

Fast-paced environment

Dependable

Punctual

Team player

Stand for extended periods

Lift up to 40 pounds

Food safety knowledge a plus

Job description

Quest Food Management Services, Inc. is seeking a dependable Cafeteria Worker for Manhattan School District 114. The role emphasizes fast-paced service, customer interaction, and maintaining a clean, safe cafeteria environment.

Part-time hours align with a Monday–Friday, 9am–1pm schedule during the school year. Responsibilities include serving meals, assisting students, and following food safety regulations.