Substitute Food Service

Hudson City School District; City of Hudson (NY); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Job summary

The Hudson City School District is seeking a Substitute Food Service Helper to assist in the preparation and service of food throughout the district. Responsibilities include helping with food preparation, cleaning kitchen equipment, and maintaining safety and sanitation standards.

This role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and the ability to perform manual duties under supervision. Candidates should be willing to lift heavy objects and stand for extended periods. The position offers a pay rate of $16.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Ability to work under supervision during food preparation.
• Preferred food service experience in institutional or commercial settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and service.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment and areas.
• Stock serving lines and replenish food items.
• Maintain safety and sanitation standards.

Skills

Ability to speak, read and write English proficiently

Ability to do simple math

Willingness to lift heavy objects

Ability to endure standing for long periods

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Substitute Food Service Helper

Location: District-Wide

Anticipated Start Date: September 1, 2026

Effective Dates: September 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027

Rate of Pay: $16.00/hour

General Statement of Duties

Assists in the preparation and service of food and in the cleaning of kitchen equipment; does related work as required.

Distinguishing Features of the Class

This is routine manual work performed under immediate supervision in connection with the preparation and service of food. Food Service Workers may perform cooking duties involving lesser degrees of skill than regularly required of employees in the classification of Cook.

Examples of Work

• Assists in the preparation of vegetables and meats for cooking;
• Prepares fruits, desserts and salads for serving line;
• Stock serving lines for serving food and cleans line after service ends;
• Stores all food items following HACCP procedures;
• Replenishes daily used items like sugar, salt/pepper, catsup, etc.;
• Cleans and sanitizes pots, pans, equipment and areas used in food preparation and serving;
• Ability to operate all food service equipment following safety/sanitizing requirements;
• Implements Child Nutrition Meal Pattern requirements;
• Operate cash register as Cashier;
• Maintain standards of safety and sanitation in all areas of production as established by the Food Service Department and/or local, state and federal health agencies;
• Other duties as required by the Food Service Supervisor.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Other food service related experience is preferred.
• Ability to speak, read and write the English language proficiently.
• Ability to do simple math.
• Ability to use and understand US scales of weights and measures.
• Willingness and physical ability to lift heavy objects.
• Ability to endure standing for long periods of time.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Acceptable Experience and Training: None is required, but experience in the institutional or commercial food service preparation is desired.

The Hudson City School District offers employment and educational opportunities, including vocational education opportunities without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, or handicap. We welcome applications from those who contribute to our diversity.