Part-Time School Cafeteria Food Service Specialist

Colchester School District; Malletts Bay (VT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Colchester School District is seeking a Part Time Food Service Worker to support breakfast and lunch programs in its Colchester, Vermont schools. The role reports to the Head Cook and involves food prep, serving, POS operation and daily cafeteria duties.

Starting immediately, the position emphasizes dependability, basic math and customer service, with wage grade A and hourly pay based on experience. Applicants must meet the district's eligibility requirements.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent plus one year of related food service experience
• Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Ability to effectively present information to customers and other employees
• Basic computer skills preferred, to include the ability to learn \"Point of Sale\" system
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide currency
• Ability to understand and carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
• Ability to resolve routine problems
• Ability to communicate courteously, efficiently and effectively with a variety of individuals
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with peers, supervisors, parents and outside agencies
• Dependability, punctuality and initiative are essential
• Good personal hygiene
• Commitment to School District’s Vision Plan

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of appetizing food in accordance with prescribed methods
• Perform routine food preparation tasks, such as cutting up fruits and vegetables, making and wrapping sandwiches and salads
• Set up and stock work areas with all necessary ingredients and equipment
• Prepare, setup, stock and package foods for food/beverages serving line and/or snack bar
• Set up components of salad bar, and prepare salads for salad bar
• Operate point of sale computer system
• Assist in taking phone orders and preparing them for delivery (CHS only)
• Assist with daily cleaning duties in cafeteria including cleaning equipment and work areas
• Comply with State Sanitation Guideline requirements stating that all employees shall keep clean and wear clean clothes
• Adhere to work safety procedures
• Wear school district employee identification badge at all times
• Serve students and staff in a cheerful and helpful manner
• Assist in maintaining order in the cafeteria as needed
• Accurately complete daily, weekly, monthly and yearly reports, forms, etc.
• Make recommendations to the Head Cook or Food Service Director for improvements to the lunch program
• Follow all district policies and procedures
• Assume other duties as assigned by Head Cook or Food Service Director

Skills

Customer service

Reading & writing

POS familiarity

Basic math

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Job description

Colchester School District is seeking a Part Time Food Service Worker to support breakfast and lunch programs in its Colchester, Vermont schools. The role reports to the Head Cook and involves food prep, serving, POS operation and daily cafeteria duties.

Starting immediately, the position emphasizes dependability, basic math and customer service, with wage grade A and hourly pay based on experience. Applicants must meet the district's eligibility requirements.