Substitute Cafeteria Attendant

CROOK COUNTY SD; Prineville (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

CROOK COUNTY SD in Prineville, Oregon seeks a Substitute Cafeteria Attendant to assist in the operation of the National School Breakfast and Lunch programs. This on-call position requires flexibility for daily needs, with hours and location varying by assignment and school site.

Responsibilities include food preparation, serving, cleaning, operating the POS system, and supporting student workers. Applicants must have a high school diploma, at least one year in food service, and a current food

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one year experience in Food Service, preferably School Food Service.
• Must have, or be able to obtain, current food handler's permit.
• Must have or be able to obtain an Oregon driver’s license with reliable transportation.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily operations of the site and food service area.
• Set up meal serving facilities each day and maintain sanitation standards.
• Cook and prepare food in large quantities and serve to students.
• Operate POS system and handle cash/meal deposits and records.
• Order and inventory supplies; assist in cleaning utensils and equipment.

Skills

Food service experience

Food safety knowledge

First Aid/CPR certification

Oregon Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Substitute Cafeteria Attendant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5907011
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 28, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

SUBSTITUTE CAFETERIA ATTENDANT

LOCATION: Nutrition Services Department

START DATE: TBD

HOURS & DAYS: On-call position as needed; days, hours and location will vary

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

JOB DESCRIPTION: Under the direction of the Nutrition Services Cafeteria Lead, The NS Cafeteria Attendant assists in the efficient operation of the National School Breakfast & National School Lunch Program at their assigned school site. In addition, NS Cafeteria Attendant may help to direct several student workers; and performs additional food preparation, serving, and cleaning duties.

REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or equivalent required. Minimum one year experience in Food Service, preferably School Food Service. Courses in food service production, sanitation & safety desirable. Must have, or be able to obtain, current food handler's permit and valid Oregon driver's license with reliable transportation. Must be able to pass pre-employment physical, background check and pre-employment drug screening.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Nutrition Services Cafeteria Lead, The NS Cafeteria Attendant assists in the efficient operation of the National School Breakfast & National School Lunch Program at their assigned school site. In addition, NS Cafeteria Attendant may help to direct several student workers; and performs additional food preparation, serving, and cleaning duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist where needed in daily operations of site as follows:
  • Set up student meal serving facilities for operation each day.
  • Maintain standards of efficiency, sanitation and safety throughout the Food Service Department.
  • Cook food in a timely manner to ensure food is as fresh as possible.
  • Cook, portion, assemble and serve large volume of entrees transported from Central Kitchen in a timely manner.
  • Prepare salads, fruit and vegetables for salad bar.
  • Ensure food service areas are stocked at all times: condiment station, utensils, etc.
  • Operate POS system, receive cash & meal account deposits, and helps keep required records.
  • Order, inventory and store salad bar and cafeteria supplies.
  • Participate in cleaning of utensils, dishes, trays, and cafeteria and kitchen equipment.
• Communicates with parents and staff as necessary.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Able to relate well to students, staff and public.
• Read, understand and carry out written and/or oral instructions.
• Be able to perform basic arithmetic.
• Adhere to the Federal requirements of a drug-free workplace.
• Possess knowledge and ability to perform the basic operation of the Food Service program including:
  • Basic understanding of the preparation, cooking and serving of student meals in large volume.
  • Keep necessary records in an accurate manner.
  • Adhere to proper food handling and kitchen sanitation procedures at all times.
  • Employ proper methods of cleaning and maintaining food service areas.
• Work effectively with minimum supervision.
• One year experience in food service, preferably in a school Food Service program.
• Possess or be able to obtain a First Aid and CPR certification.
• Possess or be able to obtain an Oregon Food Handlers card.
• Courses in food service preparation, sanitation and safety desirable.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Food preparation environment subject to heat, cold and loud equipment noise.
• Possess the physical ability to regularly attend work and fulfill the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Lift, move and be able to carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Responsibilities require the ability to stand for long periods of time.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, which includes testing for THC/marijuana in accordance with policy and federal law.

Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $17.56 Per Hour

Support Staff > Food Service

Contact Information

• Tina Simmons , HR Specialist
• 471 NE Ochoco Plaza Drive
• Prineville, Oregon 97754
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]