Part-Time School Kitchen Assistant with Benefits

Douglas County School District; Castle Rock (CO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) options

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Douglas County School District in Castle Rock, CO, is seeking a Kitchen Assistant at Mesa Middle School to support daily lunch service. You will help with food prep, serving meals, cleaning, and maintaining HACCP standards.

This part-time role (0.50 FTE) requires teamwork, reliable communication, and the ability to travel between schools if needed. The schedule is 20 hours per week, with a wage range of $17.39 to $22.14 per hour, and district benefits including health, vision, dental, and

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to support positive outcomes.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Maintains a generally positive attitude.
• Observes all District policies and procedures.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the proper set up and cleanup of serving areas for timely service to students, including dishwashing and proper sanitation of work stations.
• Follows and understands all HACCP standards.
• Uses all kitchen equipment properly.
• Cleans equipment properly and follows all safety precautions.
• Serve meals daily while complying with all school food regulations and ensure health department sanitation standards.
• Independently follows menu and recipe instructions; ensures proper temperatures and portion sizes per HACCP.
• Assists in unloading and proper storage of delivered food items.
• Learn and operate Point of Sale system and reconcile monies daily to ensure accuracy.
• Pursue opportunities to create positive relationships with surrounding community and school staff, students and parents; focus on customer service.
• Communicates effectively in written and verbal form, including email and computers; maintains confidentiality of student information.
• Participate in PGI Classes; may lead training for other kitchen staff.
• Annual USDA Mandatory Professional Standards training hours; stay updated on regulatory changes and sustainable practices.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
• Willing to travel to multiple schools as needed; flexible with schedule.

Skills

Collaboration

Oral and written communication

Positive attitude

Policy compliance

Organization

Time management

English literacy

Reading comprehension

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Douglas County School District in Castle Rock, CO, is seeking a Kitchen Assistant at Mesa Middle School to support daily lunch service. You will help with food prep, serving meals, cleaning, and maintaining HACCP standards.

This part-time role (0.50 FTE) requires teamwork, reliable communication, and the ability to travel between schools if needed. The schedule is 20 hours per week, with a wage range of $17.39 to $22.14 per hour, and district benefits including health, vision, dental, and