School Cafeteria Technician — 3.5-Hour, Part-Time

Centennial-Sd-28j; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Centennial School District 28J is seeking a Dining Services Technician at Meadows Elementary in Portland for a part-time schedule from 11:00am to 2:30pm. The position runs 191 days annually with a salary range of $20.46 to $25.92 per hour. Start date is October 1, 2026, or when filled.

The role supports basic food preparation, meal service, and clean-up in a school cafeteria, with responsibilities including cashier duties and inventory tasks. Apply by Sept 25, 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and serving in a school or similar setting.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely and follow sanitation guidelines.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate dishwasher and maintain clean food service areas.
• Prepare condiments, salads, fruit cups, and basic sauces.
• Serve meals to students and manage cash/meal counts.
• Store leftovers and restock items.
• Inventory and manage vending machines' money.

Skills

Teamwork

Organized

Multi-tasking

Basic math

Sanitation

Lifting 50 lb

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Centennial School District 28J is seeking a Dining Services Technician at Meadows Elementary in Portland for a part-time schedule from 11:00am to 2:30pm. The position runs 191 days annually with a salary range of $20.46 to $25.92 per hour. Start date is October 1, 2026, or when filled.

The role supports basic food preparation, meal service, and clean-up in a school cafeteria, with responsibilities including cashier duties and inventory tasks. Apply by Sept 25, 2026.