Part-Time School Kitchen Assistant — Meal Prep & Service

Riseacademyrva; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Rise Academy in Richmond, VA is seeking a dependable Part-Time Kitchen Assistant to support daily meal prep and service for students and staff. You will work closely with the School Chef and staff to keep the kitchen clean, organized, and safe while providing friendly service.

Schedule is Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–2:00 PM, totaling about 25 hours per week. Prior food service experience is welcome but not required; high standard of cleanliness and food safety is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous food service, kitchen or cafeteria experience preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of basic food handling, sanitation, and kitchen safety practices preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to maintain consistent attendance.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, organization, and food safety.
• Ability to interact appropriately and professionally with students.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily food preparation and meal setup under the direction of the School Chef.
• Assist with serving breakfast, lunch, snacks, and other food items as assigned.
• Portion and distribute meals according to established serving guidelines.
• Prepare serving areas before meals and clean and sanitize areas after meal service.
• Wash dishes, utensils, cookware, trays, and kitchen equipment.
• Clean and sanitize counters, tables, food preparation areas, appliances, and other kitchen surfaces.
• Sweep, mop, remove trash, and assist with maintaining the overall cleanliness of the kitchen and cafeteria.
• Assist with receiving, unpacking, organizing, and properly storing food and kitchen supplies.
• Monitor supplies and notify the School Chef when food, cleaning products, or other kitchen items need to be replenished.
• Follow appropriate food handling, sanitation, health, and safety procedures.
• Properly store food and assist with monitoring food temperatures as required.
• Follow procedures related to student food allergies and dietary restrictions.
• Maintain a professional, respectful, and positive attitude when interacting with students, staff, families, vendors, and visitors.
• Assist with food preparation and service for school events or special activities when scheduled during regular work hours.
• Perform other kitchen and food service duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Following instructions

Dependability

Cleanliness & food safety

Interacting with students

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Rise Academy in Richmond, VA is seeking a dependable Part-Time Kitchen Assistant to support daily meal prep and service for students and staff. You will work closely with the School Chef and staff to keep the kitchen clean, organized, and safe while providing friendly service.

Schedule is Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–2:00 PM, totaling about 25 hours per week. Prior food service experience is welcome but not required; high standard of cleanliness and food safety is expected.