Part-Time School Cafeteria Aide & Kitchen Support

Tacoma Public Schools; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

Tacoma Public Schools is seeking a part-time Food Service Helper to support our school cafeterias. Expected Start Date is November 23, 2026 or sooner, with a 0.4375 FTE and 3.5 hours per day (10:30am–2:00pm).

The position pays $21.89/hour with full Tacoma Public Schools benefits. Responsibilities include dishwashing, light food prep, serving meals to students and staff, and maintaining a clean kitchen while following sanitation procedures.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety and sanitation rules and procedures.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and meals handling procedures.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Operates dishwashing equipment and cleans kitchen areas.
• Assists in routine food preparation activities.
• Serves food items to students and staff as assigned.
• Maintains a neat and clean work environment; cleans and stores equipment.
• Follows safety and sanitation procedures.

Skills

Safety procedures

Sanitation knowledge

Customer service

Teamwork

Basic arithmetic

Job description

Tacoma Public Schools is seeking a part-time Food Service Helper to support our school cafeterias. Expected Start Date is November 23, 2026 or sooner, with a 0.4375 FTE and 3.5 hours per day (10:30am–2:00pm).

The position pays $21.89/hour with full Tacoma Public Schools benefits. Responsibilities include dishwashing, light food prep, serving meals to students and staff, and maintaining a clean kitchen while following sanitation procedures.