St. Joseph, Hessen Cassel - Cafeteria Worker

Kids for the Future; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Kids for the Future is seeking a friendly Part-Time Cafeteria Worker at St. Joseph Hessen Cassel School in Fort Wayne, IN. The role involves assisting with meal prep, serving, and clean-up during school hours to help provide healthy meals to elementary students.

The position requires reliability, basic food hygiene knowledge, and the ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25–30 lbs. A diocesan background check and Virtus/Protecting God’s Children training are part of the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Basic understanding of food hygiene and willingness to complete ServSafe or food handler training.
• Successful completion of diocesan background checks and child protection training (e.g., Virtus/Protecting God’s Children).
• Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, and lift up to 25–30 lbs.
• Dependable attendance and strong teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation & Service: Assist with simple food prep, set up serving lines, portion meals, and serve students and staff efficiently.
• Kitchen Clean-Up: Wash dishes, sanitize countertops and prep stations, sweep and mop kitchen areas, and clear cafeteria tables between lunch shifts.
• Point of Sale Assistance: Assist with operating the lunch line register or scanning student meal cards as needed.
• Food Safety Standards: Follow hygiene and sanitation guidelines to ensure food safety in line with health regulations.
• Positive School Interaction: Interact warmly with young students, helping create a safe, orderly lunchtime environment.

Skills

Food service

Teamwork

Food safety

Lifting capacity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ServSafe training

Job description

• Location 11521 US-27,Fort Wayne, IN, 46816,United States
• Job Category School
• Employee Type Part Time

Description

Job Title: Part-Time Cafeteria Worker

Hours: Part-Time (approx. 15–20 hours/week, Mon–Fri during school hours)

About the Role

St. Joseph Hessen Cassel School is seeking a friendly and reliable Cafeteria Worker to join our school nutrition team. This role assists with daily meal prep, serving, and clean-up to ensure our elementary students enjoy healthy meals in a warm, welcoming, and faith-filled environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Food Preparation & Service: Assist with simple food prep, set up serving lines, portion meals, and serve students and staff efficiently.
• Kitchen Clean-Up: Wash dishes, sanitize countertops and prep stations, sweep and mop kitchen areas, and clear cafeteria tables between lunch shifts.
• Point of Sale Assistance: Assist with operating the lunch line register or scanning student meal cards as needed.
• Food Safety Standards: Follow strict hygiene and sanitation guidelines to ensure food safety in compliance with local health regulations.
• Positive School Interaction: Interact warmly with young students, helping create a safe, orderly, and encouraging lunchtime environment.

Qualifications & Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred (prior food service experience is a plus, but not required).

Basic understanding of food hygiene and willingness to complete ServSafe or food handler training.

Successful completion of required diocesan background checks and child protection training (e.g., Virtus/Protecting God’s Children).

Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, and lift up to 25–30 lbs.

Dependable attendance and strong teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualities

Respect for and support of the Catholic mission and values of the school community.

Requirements

Qualifications & Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred (prior food service experience is a plus, but not required).

Basic understanding of food hygiene and willingness to complete ServSafe or food handler training.

Successful completion of required diocesan background checks and child protection training (e.g., Virtus/Protecting God’s Children).

Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, and lift up to 25–30 lbs.

Dependable attendance and strong teamwork skills.