Part-Time Food Service Assistant

ServingSchools; Howland (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

MSAD #31 is seeking a Part-Time Food Service Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. This 5-day-per-week role runs 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., with optional events and summer hours. Food service and sanitation experience preferred, not required.

Responsibilities include assisting in food prep and service per federal guidelines, setting up serving lines, maintaining sanitation, and using computer software as directed. Serve Safe certification within 3 months is required.

Qualifications

• Food service experience is preferred but not required.
• MUST have MDOE Criminal Records History Check.
• Current Serve Safe Certification within 3 months.
• Experience in institutional food preparation and sanitation; willingness to train.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation and service of food meeting federal guidelines.
• Assists in serving line setup and sales in a clean, efficient environment.
• Familiar with computer software programs used in the operation.
• Maintains sanitation and cleaning of kitchen facilities and equipment.
• Demonstrates good personal hygiene and cooperates with Nutrition Director.
• Performs additional duties as required by the Nutrition Director.

Skills

Food service experience

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Education

Serve Safe Certification

Tools

Computer software programs

Job description

MSAD #31

Part-Time Food Service Assistant-

MSAD# 31 School Nutrition is seeking a Part‑Time Food Service Assistant for School year 2026-2027. This position is 5 days per week, 5 hours per day. Hours 8:30-1:30pm. This is a school year position with special event and summer hour options. Food service experience is preferred but not required.

Full-Time | 10 month position (175-Days following school calendar)

Description

• Assists in the preparation and service of food in portions that meet current federal guidelines as directed by the Nutrition Director.
• Assists in serving line set-up and in the sale of menu components in an atmosphere of efficiency, cleanliness, and friendliness.
• Familiar with computer software programs.
• Assists in the cleaning and sanitation of kitchen facilities and kitchen equipment in accordance to Maine Food Code and established Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintains good personal hygiene of self.
• Performs additional duties and reporting as required and directed by the Nutrition Director.
• Requirements: MDOE Criminal Records History Check. Current Serve Safe Certification within 3 months.
• Experience in institutional food preparation, proper equipment use, maintaining sanitary conditions, computer software programs and food preparation. Willing to train suitable candidates.
• Exhibit good communication skills with co-workers and customers and have a desire to learn the Child Nutrition Program.

23 Cross St, Howland, ME 04448

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Pay Scale: $18.00 - $20.25/hr