Substitute Food Service Worker

Topeka Public Schools; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Topeka Public Schools is seeking on-call substitute Food Service workers to support the district's cafeterias when the permanent employee is absent. This part-time role involves serving food, assisting in kitchen operations, and maintaining cleanliness across food service areas.

Responsibilities include food preparation, cart setup, operating steam tables, taking temperatures, stocking supplies, washing dishes, and performing other duties as assigned; expect variable hours and locations within

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is desirable.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to read and write the English language.
• Demonstrate knowledge of food safety basics.
• Ability to lift at least 30 pounds.
• Ability to stand up to 6 hours.
• Knowledge of portions sizes.
• Ability to work well with others.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items.
• Prepare food carts.
• Set food in steam tables.
• Serve food.
• Clean & sanitize all food service areas and equipment.
• Take and document temperatures.
• Unload and put away stock.
• Wash dishes as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic math skills

Read/write English

Food safety basics

Ability to lift 30 pounds

Stand for up to 6 hours

Knowledge of portion sizes

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED desirable

Job description

SUBSTITUTE POSTIONS ARE ON CALL AS NEEDED. MAY NOT WORK EVERY DAY

Reports To: Assigned School's Food Service Manager
Position Purpose: To effectively maintain overall operations of the Food Service Program while the permanent employee is absent.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is desirable
• Basic math skills
• Ability to read and write the English language
• Demonstrate knowledge of food safety basics
• Ability to lift at least 30 pounds
• Ability to stand up to 6 hours
• Knowledge of portions sizes
• Ability to work well with others

Duties and Responsibilities

To serve food to a cafeteria line, prepare food in a kitchen, and perform cleaning activities. May assist in the effective overall operations of the Food and Nutrition Services Program at different kitchen locations as needed.

• Preparation of food items
• Prepare food carts
• Set food in steam tables
• Serve food
• Clean & sanitize all food service areas and equipment
• Take and document temperatures
• Unload and put away stock
• Wash dishes as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Position Type: Part-Time
Salary: $12 Per Hour