Part-Time School Cafeteria Food Service Aide

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

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Tacoma Public Schools is seeking a part-time Food Service Assistant to join the district’s cafeteria team. This 0.5 FTE role runs 9:30am–1:30pm, Monday through Friday, performing dishes, food prep, and serving meals to students and staff.

The position emphasizes safety, sanitation, teamwork, and reliability. A valid Food Handler permit is preferred, with opportunities to grow within the district's kitchen operations. Benefits include the full range offered by the district.

Qualifications

• Food service knowledge of safety and sanitation rules.
• Ability to use English for reading and spelling.
• Strong logical thinking.
• Experience operating commercial kitchen equipment.
• Commitment to quality customer service.
• Good communication skills.
• Basic arithmetic.
• Ability to learn institutional kitchen procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions and accept feedback.
• Physical ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Operates dishwashing equipment; wipes down tables and service areas; cleans kitchen equipment; cleans sink, drain board and food preparation areas.
• Assists in routine food preparation activities.
• Serves food items to students and staff as assigned.
• Maintains neat and clean work environment; cleans and stores equipment and tools when job has been completed.
• Follows good safety and sanitation procedures.

Skills

Safety and sanitation

English usage

Logical thinking

Kitchen equipment operation

Customer service

Communication

Arithmetic

Kitchen procedures

Instruction adherence

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

No high school diploma or GED required

Job description

Tacoma Public Schools is seeking a part-time Food Service Assistant to join the district’s cafeteria team. This 0.5 FTE role runs 9:30am–1:30pm, Monday through Friday, performing dishes, food prep, and serving meals to students and staff.

The position emphasizes safety, sanitation, teamwork, and reliability. A valid Food Handler permit is preferred, with opportunities to grow within the district's kitchen operations. Benefits include the full range offered by the district.