Substitute Food Service Worker

Morris54; Morris (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

A local school district is looking for a Substitute Food Service Worker to help ensure that students receive nutritious meals. The role includes responsibilities such as meal preparation, serving food, and maintaining a clean kitchen environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma, possess strong communication skills, and be dependable. Prior experience in food service is preferred but not required, and candidates must be able to lift 35 pounds and pass a background check.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in food service, restaurant, or kitchen environment preferred.
• Ability to lift 35 pounds.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to follow directions.
• Previous food service or cashier experience is helpful but not required.
• Ability to lift 35 pounds.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Must be able to successfully complete a background check and meet all state and district requirements for school personnel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation, cooking, and assembly of meals.
• Clean kitchen areas and equipment to meet health standards.
• Serve meals to students and staff efficiently.
• Operating point-of-sale (POS) systems and accurately handling meal accounts.
• Cleaning & Sanitation: Washing dishes, utensils, pots, and pans; cleaning kitchen equipment, counters, and serving areas; and ensuring all work areas comply with health and sanitation standards.
• Stocking: Receiving, dating, and storing food and supplies properly.
• Count milk before service and after service daily
• Ensure serving lines are kept clean and presentable between lunch periods
• Breakdown and clean serving lines at the end of each day
• Perform other duties as directed by the Food Service Director and/or Administration

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Dependable and punctual

Driver's license

Background check

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Morris Elementary School District 54

• Position Type: Food Services/ Server / Prep
• Date Posted: 3/10/2026
• Location: Morris Elementary School District #54

Job Title: Substitute Food Service Worker

Job Location: Morris School District 54, 2001 DuPont Ave., Morris, IL 60450

Reports to: Food Service Director

Job Description: Morris School District #54 is seeking dedicated and reliable individuals to join our team as Substitute Food Service Worker. In this vital role, you'll help ensure our students receive nutritious, high-quality meals by filling in for permanent staff members on an as‑needed basis. If you enjoy a fast‑paced environment and contributing to the well‑being of students, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in food service, restaurant, or kitchen environment is preferred, but not required. We'll train motivated candidates!
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to work effectively with students and staff
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Dependable, punctual, and able to follow directions
• Previous food service or cashier experience is helpful but not required
• Ability to lift 35 pounds
• Valid Driver's License
• Must be able to successfully complete a background check and meet all state and district requirements for school personnel.

Duties:

• Overall cleaning of kitchen including, but not limited to mopping, sweeping and dishes
• Meal Preparation: Assisting with the preparation, cooking, and assembly of student meals (breakfast and lunch)
• Serving: Serving meals to students and staff in a friendly and efficient manner.
• Operating point-of-sale (POS) systems and accurately handling meal accounts.
• Cleaning & Sanitation: Washing dishes, utensils, pots, and pans; cleaning kitchen equipment, counters, and serving areas; and ensuring all work areas comply with health and sanitation standards.
• Stocking: Receiving, dating, and storing food and supplies properly.
• Count milk before service and after service daily
• Ensure serving lines are kept clean and presentable between lunch periods
• Breakdown and clean serving lines at the end of each day
• Perform other duties as directed by the Food Service Director and/or Administration

Benefits and Compensation:

• Position is considered temporary, as-needed basis

Postings current as of 3/19/2026 5:43:56 PM CST.

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