School Cafeteria Specialist — Food Safety & Service

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is seeking a part-time cafeteria worker to assist in meal preparation, service, and sanitation, ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen and serving area. You will help with setting up for service, monitoring food temperatures per HACCP guidelines, operating and cleaning equipment, and assisting with inventory and basic cash handling as needed.

This role supports students and staff in a fast-paced school dining environment and requires reliable, team-oriented

Qualifications

• Experience in food service is preferred.
• Knowledge of HACCP or food safety principles is beneficial.
• Ability to operate basic kitchen equipment and perform cleaning tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assists in preparation and service of foods and beverages according to guidelines.
• Sets up for service and serves meals to students and staff; stores leftovers per instructions.
• Monitors food temperatures and records HACCP data to ensure safety and quality.
• Operates and cleans kitchen equipment such as ovens, warmers, steam tables, mixers, slicers and dishwashers.
• Cleans work areas and handles waste disposal.
• Attends in-service trainings as required.
• May handle cash register operations, collect monies, and balance receipts as needed.
• May assist with inventory and generating bank deposits.

Job description

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is seeking a part-time cafeteria worker to assist in meal preparation, service, and sanitation, ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen and serving area. You will help with setting up for service, monitoring food temperatures per HACCP guidelines, operating and cleaning equipment, and assisting with inventory and basic cash handling as needed.

This role supports students and staff in a fast-paced school dining environment and requires reliable, team-oriented