School Cafeteria Food Service Aide

FOOD SERVICE; Portage (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Portage Township Schools Food Service Assistant-Class B-Crisman Elementary in Portage, Indiana, is seeking a part-time Food Service Assistant. Shift 7:30am–1:00pm (5.5 hours) for the school year, starting immediately.

Duties include food prep, cash handling at the lunch line, POS operations, and kitchen sanitation. Qualifications include basic math, honesty, strong communication, ability to stay calm, organization, and a willingness to learn; must complete a Food Handler's Certification and

Qualifications

• Basic math skills required.
• Honesty and trustworthiness expected.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to project a positive image in public.
• Remain calm in stressful situations.
• Well-organized and efficient.
• Able to work quickly and accurately in a busy, noisy environment.
• Enthusiastic about school lunch and children of all ages.
• Commitment to learning and hard work.
• Knowledge of School Food Service policies and program requirements.
• Food Handler's Certification Course completion required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, production, planning, ordering, and inventory control.
• Handle cash and operate the point-of-sale system; maintain reports.
• Interact positively with students, staff, and parents.
• Perform kitchen duties including dishwashing and food production.
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards at all times.
• Attend training classes and workshops.
• Follow safety, sanitation, and grooming standards.
• Support managers and cross-train as needed.
• Assist with promotions and maintain records.

Skills

Basic math skills

Honesty

Written and oral communication

Public image

Calm under pressure

Well-organized

Fast and accurate in busy environments

Enthusiasm for school lunch

Willing to work hard

School Food Service policies

Food Handler certification

Education

Food Handler's Certification Course

Job description

Portage Township Schools Food Service Assistant-Class B-Crisman Elementary in Portage, Indiana, is seeking a part-time Food Service Assistant. Shift 7:30am–1:00pm (5.5 hours) for the school year, starting immediately.

Duties include food prep, cash handling at the lunch line, POS operations, and kitchen sanitation. Qualifications include basic math, honesty, strong communication, ability to stay calm, organization, and a willingness to learn; must complete a Food Handler's Certification and