School Kitchen Production & Service Associate

Kentwood Public Schools; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Kentwood Public Schools is seeking a part-time Production Utility in its Child Nutrition Services department. The role focuses on cashiering, meal service setup, serving, and cleanup across kitchens, with travel between sites as needed.

The ideal candidate will support food preparation for satellite schools and uphold health department standards. The position requires reliable attendance, ability to work under pressure, and good communication with students and staff.

Qualifications

• Must have excellent communication skills with staff and students.
• Take initiative and responsibility for work and work areas.
• Be a team player.
• Produce quality work.
• Be able to work well under pressure.
• Finish assignments on time.
• Assist in the preparation of food for satellite schools.
• Maintain the kitchen and equipment to meet Health Department requirements.
• Setup of Salad and Sandwich bar.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned the Director of Child Nutrition Services or his/her designee.
• Regular, reliable and punctual attendance

Responsibilities

• Assist in cashiering, set-up, serving and clean-up in the kitchen.
• Travel between schools may be required for certain positions.
• Maintain confidentiality of information and ensure safety standards are met.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Initiative

Time management

Attention to detail

Cash handling

Food handling

Adaptability

Job description

Kentwood Public Schools is seeking a part-time Production Utility in its Child Nutrition Services department. The role focuses on cashiering, meal service setup, serving, and cleanup across kitchens, with travel between sites as needed.

The ideal candidate will support food preparation for satellite schools and uphold health department standards. The position requires reliable attendance, ability to work under pressure, and good communication with students and staff.