Part-Time School Cafeteria Food Service Aide

Downey Unified School District; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Downey Unified School District is seeking a part-time Cafeteria Worker to assist in the preparation and serving of food at a school cafeteria or snack bar. You will clean and sanitize equipment, perform basic cashiering duties, and maintain records of food and beverages sold.

The role requires following safety and sanitation policies, operating kitchen equipment, and working in a fast-paced school environment. This position is part-time, with 17.5 hours per week and 11 months per year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in commercial food prep or serving for a large institution desirable.
• Ability to prepare and serve food in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic cashiering duties and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and serving of food at an assigned school cafeteria or snack bar; clean and sanitize food service equipment, utensils, and serving areas; do basic cashiering duties.
• Assist in the preparation of food items following standard recipes and procedures.
• Chop, slice, mix, grate and assemble food items for sandwiches, salads and main dishes.
• Assist in preparing main dishes and entrees; check recipes and estimate or measure quantities needed; bake items as needed.
• Carry and position food for serving; serve food items to students, faculty and staff; apportion fruits, vegetables and other items according to established guidelines; replenish condiments and supplies for serving areas.
• Clean dishes, trays, pots, pans, utensils and kitchen equipment; wash serving and food preparation areas.
• Perform cashiering duties as assigned; receive cash and make change.
• Keep records of food and beverages sold.
• Operate a variety of kitchen equipment including mixer, slicer, steamer, warmer, ovens and others.
• Follow and observe all safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
• Assist in storage and inventory of food, food service supplies and equipment.
• May record and store deliveries, maintain records of cooler and food temperatures in accordance with regulations.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Food preparation

Cashiering

Food safety

Kitchen equipment operation

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS software

Email system

Job description

Downey Unified School District is seeking a part-time Cafeteria Worker to assist in the preparation and serving of food at a school cafeteria or snack bar. You will clean and sanitize equipment, perform basic cashiering duties, and maintain records of food and beverages sold.

The role requires following safety and sanitation policies, operating kitchen equipment, and working in a fast-paced school environment. This position is part-time, with 17.5 hours per week and 11 months per year.