Part-Time Food Service Aide

The Leona Group; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

The Leona Group is seeking a Cafeteria Assistant in Saginaw, MI, to support the Cafeteria Manager in food service tasks. Responsibilities include serving food, maintaining a clean cafeteria environment, and assisting students' needs while ensuring discipline. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with strong relations skills with students. This role emphasizes teamwork and efficient service in a school setting.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to read and write for understanding instructions.
• Ability to obtain food handling credentials if required.
• Experience working with students in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist Cafeteria Manager in serving food and preparing the cafeteria.
• Maintain cleanliness of the cafeteria and handle trash.
• Support students' needs and maintain discipline in the cafeteria.
• Clean after food service and organize the area.

Skills

Basic reading and writing skills

Ability to maintain professional relationships

Experience with non-instructional supervision

Successful experience in student relations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Provide assistance to Cafeteria Manager in the lunchroom.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assist in serving food as assigned.
• Prepare cafeteria for service such as placing chairs, washing tables, cleaning and placing trays, etc. Organize supplies and equipment for efficiency and according to procedures.
• Make silverware accessible to students.
• Handle trash (place bags in trash cans, take out trash regularly, maintain cleanliness.)
• Assist with student needs and discipline while in the cafeteria.
• Clean after food service; stack chairs, move tables, organize supplies, sweep and mop as directed.
• Return all cleaning equipment to designated area.

Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Basic abilities to read and write to enable the employee to understand instructions and procedures for the food service program, as acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent coursework, experience and/or training.
• If required by the local jurisdiction, will be required to attain a permit or other credential for food handling; must have skills and knowledge necessary to attain such a qualification upon hire.
• Evidence of successful experience in student relations.
• Experience with the non-instructional supervision of children in an educational or similar setting.
• Ability to maintain a professional working relationship with others.