Part-Time School Cafeteria Helper

Tacoma Public Schools (WA); Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

District benefits

Job summary

Tacoma Public Schools in Tacoma, WA is hiring for a part-time Kitchen helper to support daily cafeteria operations. This position handles dishwashing, light food preparation, and serving meals to students and staff, while maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment.

The role emphasizes adherence to sanitation standards and teamwork in a fast-paced school setting. Requires physical stamina and ability to lift up to 20–50 pounds; benefits are offered with full District package.

Qualifications

• Food service experience desirable
• No high school diploma or GED required; incentives to obtain diploma/GED

Responsibilities

• Operates dishwashing equipment, cleans work areas, and maintains sanitation.
• Assists in routine food preparation activities.
• Sees food items to students and staff as assigned.
• Maintains a neat work environment and stores equipment after shift.
• Follows safety and sanitation procedures.

Skills

Safety knowledge

Sanitation procedures

English usage

Kitchen equipment operation

Customer service

Communication

Arithmetic

Teamwork

Organization

Attendance reliability

Education

No high school diploma required

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Tacoma Public Schools in Tacoma, WA is hiring for a part-time Kitchen helper to support daily cafeteria operations. This position handles dishwashing, light food preparation, and serving meals to students and staff, while maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment.

The role emphasizes adherence to sanitation standards and teamwork in a fast-paced school setting. Requires physical stamina and ability to lift up to 20–50 pounds; benefits are offered with full District package.