School Lunchroom Service Associate

Kenton County School District; Fort Wright (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Kenton County School District is seeking a School Food Service Worker to prepare and serve nutritious meals for students in accordance with USDA standards. The role emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and efficient service in a school kitchen.

The worker will follow menus, assist in meal service, and help maintain inventory and kitchen operations. This position supports a positive dining environment for students and staff during the school day.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to read and follow tested recipes.
• Must meet required physical examination.
• Hours may change during the year due to schedules and number of students participating.

Responsibilities

• Check assignment sheets for weekly tasks as posted by Manager.
• Follow Manager instructions on positions to work and be flexible.
• Prepare food according to planned menu and tested recipes.
• Note student acceptability of food items.
• Maintain high standards of safety and cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Assist in preparation and serving of food and ensure food supply is replenished regularly.
• Assist in daily kitchen and service area cleanup.
• Store or dispose of unused food properly.
• Assist in storage of commodities, food items, and supplies.
• Assist in cleaning ovens, refrigerators, storerooms or other designated areas.
• Work in dish room as assigned (scraping dishes, operating dishwasher, stacking and storing dishes).
• Maintain neat and sanitary trash/garbage collection.
• Report student-related incidents to Manager and attending teacher promptly.
• Attend School Food Service meetings when possible.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Food safety awareness

Read recipes

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High School diploma preferred

Job description

Kenton County School District is seeking a School Food Service Worker to prepare and serve nutritious meals for students in accordance with USDA standards. The role emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and efficient service in a school kitchen.

The worker will follow menus, assist in meal service, and help maintain inventory and kitchen operations. This position supports a positive dining environment for students and staff during the school day.