School Kitchen Helper: Fast-Paced Prep & Hygiene

LAKE SHORE PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Saint Clair Shores (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Shore Public Schools' Kennedy Middle School is seeking a Kitchen Helper to support daily food prep and kitchen operations, ensuring safe, hygienic service for students.

You will assist with stock, prep, cleaning, and inventory, follow hygiene guidelines, and work 8:00 AM to 1:30 PM, Monday through Friday, in a fast-paced school kitchen.

No advanced certifications required, but basic food safety knowledge and dependable teamwork are valued; background check may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in food service is a plus but not required.
• ServSafe certification preferred but not required.
• Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must pass a background check and any health screenings.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Hygiene and Uniform Guidelines at all times.
• Assist with stock on delivery days.
• Attend to dishes and stock; participate in monthly inventory.
• Check the prep list and complete items.
• Complete cleaning projects weekly.
• Participate in daily kitchen stock rotation, especially fresh produce.
• Assist with soft serve ice cream and clean the machine daily.
• Adhere to safety pledge policies.
• Develop mise en place.
• Utilize knife techniques; wear cut-resistant gloves.
• Work as a team with colleagues, administration, students, and customers.
• Attend additional training and meetings; retrieve missed information.
• Complete daily charts and logs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• No personal cell phone during shift.

Skills

Clear communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lake Shore Public Schools' Kennedy Middle School is seeking a Kitchen Helper to support daily food prep and kitchen operations, ensuring safe, hygienic service for students.

You will assist with stock, prep, cleaning, and inventory, follow hygiene guidelines, and work 8:00 AM to 1:30 PM, Monday through Friday, in a fast-paced school kitchen.

No advanced certifications required, but basic food safety knowledge and dependable teamwork are valued; background check may be required.