School Cafeteria Aide — Food Prep & Service (Part-Time)

Montgomery County Public Schools; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools is seeking a Cafeteria Worker I at Gaithersburg High School. This entry-level role supports food production and serving, with on-the-job training from the kitchen staff, while performing routine cleaning and sanitation tasks.

The position is part-time (25 hours bi-weekly), 7:00–9:30, during the school day, and requires basic education with potential for advancement within the school meals program.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic food production and service.
• Ability to follow HACCP guidelines for safe food handling.
• Ability to maintain sanitation during operations.
• Ability to work with students, teachers and staff.
• Ability to learn standard school cafeteria operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine food production and serving duties.
• Assist in cleaning kitchen facilities and equipment.
• Follow safety and sanitation procedures.
• Work under supervision with on-the-job training.
• Meet deadlines in a fast-paced school environment.

Skills

Food service knowledge

HACCP knowledge

Sanitation procedures

Effective communication

Education

Completion of the ninth grade required

High School diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Montgomery County Public Schools is seeking a Cafeteria Worker I at Gaithersburg High School. This entry-level role supports food production and serving, with on-the-job training from the kitchen staff, while performing routine cleaning and sanitation tasks.

The position is part-time (25 hours bi-weekly), 7:00–9:30, during the school day, and requires basic education with potential for advancement within the school meals program.