School Cafeteria Food Service Aide (Part-Time)

Applitrack; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking a part-time Food Service Operator to assist in the school cafeteria, supervising students during meals and helping with food service operations from 10am to 2pm. The role emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates will have prior experience in school food service, strong teamwork skills, and the ability to follow menus and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective organizational and problem solving skills.
• Ability to maintain composure and perform responsibilities under pressure.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality about students in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and district guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food items according to planned menus, recipes, and dietary guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work areas, equipment, and serving lines in compliance with food safety regulations.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as ovens, steamers, mixers, slicers, and dish machines safely and efficiently.
• Follow portion control standards and assist with inventory rotation to minimize waste.
• Assist with receiving, storing, and organizing deliveries; ensure proper storage of perishable and non-perishable food items.
• Collect and record daily meal counts and assist with point-of-sale system operations.
• Provide excellent customer service to students, staff, and guests in a fast-paced setting.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development related to food safety and child nutrition.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Food Service Manager or designee.
• Assists in supervising students in the cafeteria during mealtime.
• Assists in making sure that tables and surrounding areas are clean.
• Assists students with orderly food purchases, distribution of food, disposal of food waste, and return of trays and utensils.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving under pressure

Teamwork and cooperation

Confidentiality handling

Education

Experience in school food service

Job description

Applitrack is seeking a part-time Food Service Operator to assist in the school cafeteria, supervising students during meals and helping with food service operations from 10am to 2pm. The role emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates will have prior experience in school food service, strong teamwork skills, and the ability to follow menus and safety procedures.