School Cafeteria Helper: Food Prep & Service

Tacoma Public Schools; Tacoma, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Tacoma Public Schools is seeking a part-time kitchen aide to support daily meal service in our school cafeterias. The role involves dishwashing, basic food preparation, serving meals to students, and maintaining a clean, safe work area.

Previous food service experience is desirable; no high school diploma is required, and the district offers incentives to obtain a diploma or GED. This position runs weekdays with set morning hours.

Qualifications

• Food service work experience desirable.
• Substitute-helper level experience preferred.
• No high school diploma or GED required; incentives to obtain diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Operates dishwashing equipment; wipes down tables and service areas; cleans kitchen equipment; cleans sink, drain board and food preparation areas.
• Assists in routine food preparation activities.
• Serves food items to students and staff as assigned.
• Maintains neat and clean work environment; cleans and stores equipment and tools when job has been completed.
• Follows good safety and sanitation procedures.

Skills

Safety rules

Customer service

Communication

Arithmetic

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Education

No high school diploma required

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Washington driver’s license

Job description

Tacoma Public Schools is seeking a part-time kitchen aide to support daily meal service in our school cafeterias. The role involves dishwashing, basic food preparation, serving meals to students, and maintaining a clean, safe work area.

Previous food service experience is desirable; no high school diploma is required, and the district offers incentives to obtain a diploma or GED. This position runs weekdays with set morning hours.