School Kitchen Assistant - Day Schedule & Benefits

Maize USD 266; Maize (KS); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

School schedule

Holidays off (Thanksgiving, Christmas,

Spring Break

Paid leave: 12 sick days, 4 personal

Health benefits eligibility after 25+

KPERS retirement plan

Job summary

Maize USD 266 is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support school meals in a fast-paced school kitchen. The role operates only on school days with a 3.5-hour shift, focusing on preparing and serving nutritious meals to students.

Responsibilities include sanitation, food service tasks, and inventory support. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a background check, and basic math/computer skills. School calendar perks apply.

Qualifications

• Pass a background check
• Have a current TB test
• Team player and able to work in a fast paced environment
• Basic math and computer skills
• Knowledge of state health regulations
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Food Safety Basics-State Education guidelines
• Kitchen experience recommended
• Must stand/walk 80% and lift/carry for long periods

Responsibilities

• Prepare healthy and appealing food for students
• Follow sanitation standards to meet district, state, and federal guidelines
• Serve food to students and staff in a timely, friendly manner
• Assist in daily food service tasks (washing dishes, scanning tickets, cleaning, organizing)
• Track inventory and communicate with the manager
• Monitor temperatures and HACCP compliance
• Maintain confidentiality
• Perform other duties to ensure efficient operation
• Perform deep cleaning/defrosting tasks
• Maintain regular attendance as required by policies

Skills

Team player

Ability to work in a fast paced env.

Basic math and computer skills

Knowledge of state health regulations

Food Safety Basics

Kitchen experience recommended

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maize USD 266 is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support school meals in a fast-paced school kitchen. The role operates only on school days with a 3.5-hour shift, focusing on preparing and serving nutritious meals to students.

Responsibilities include sanitation, food service tasks, and inventory support. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a background check, and basic math/computer skills. School calendar perks apply.