Substitute Kitchen Helper

Lunchtime Solutions, Inc.; Manning (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Free meal during shift

Job summary

Lunchtime Solutions is seeking a dependable Substitute Kitchen Helper to support our school food service program on an as-needed basis at IKM Manning School District. You’ll step in for absent team members, helping with food prep, serving students, and keeping a clean, organized kitchen.

Enjoy flexible, on-site work with a focus on teamwork, reliability, and delivering safe, quality meals to students. Training and constant variety make this role ideal for someone who likes hands-on work and

Qualifications

• Ability to work on an as-needed basis across multiple school locations.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently or in a team.
• Ability to follow simple recipes and measure ingredients for batch preparation.
• Dependability, integrity, and a customer-service mindset.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks regularly.

Responsibilities

• Fill in at school kitchens when staff are out to ensure meal service continues.
• Assist with food preparation, serving students, and keeping areas clean and organized.
• Follow serving-size guidelines and maintain proper rotation and sanitation (FIFO).
• Maintain food safety, complete basic logs, and support production records.

Skills

Flexibility

Communication

Recipe following

Dependability

Manual handling

Job description

Substitute Kitchen Helper – Lunchtime Solutions

Location: On-site at IKM Manning School District

Schedule: Monday–Friday Available to work a variable schedule as needed basis.

Lunchtime Solutions is seeking a dependable, team‑focused Substitute Kitchen Helper to support our school food service program on an as‑needed basis. In this role, you'll step in when regular team members are absent, helping keep meal service running smoothly by assisting with food preparation, serving students, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen. This is a flexible role that's perfect for someone who enjoys variety, working with different teams, and making a positive impact on students' day.

What You’ll Do

• Fill in at school kitchens when team members are out, helping ensure meal service continues without interruption.
• Help prep and serve menu items, keep your station stocked, and follow serving‑size and special‑diet guidelines.
• Follow simple recipes like fruit and veggie bars or baked goods while keeping kitchen, storage areas, and equipment clean and organized using FIFO.
• Maintain food safety and compliance Follow food‑safety steps, complete basic logs, assist with production records and help maintain a safe workspace.
• Communicate supply needs, feedback, and updates to your team and supervisors.
• Stock and serve items during meal service and help with prep lists and freezer pulls.
• Adapt to different school locations, teams, and kitchen environments as needed.
• Jump in where needed from helping teammates, training new team members and assisting when someone is out.

What You Bring

• Flexibility and willingness to work on an as‑needed basis at various school locations.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to follow recipes, measure ingredients, and convert quantities for large batches.
• Dependability, integrity, and a commitment to excellent customer service.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform frequent standing, bending, twisting, and other physical tasks.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Flexible, as-needed work that fits your availability.
• Plan for your future with our 401(k) retirement plan
• Enjoy work life balance with paid time off
• Eat well enjoy a free, delicious meal every shift.
• Enjoy your evenings and weekends. our Monday–Friday daytime schedule means no late nights, no weekends, and no holidays spent in a kitchen.

Our Values

At Lunchtime Solutions, our success comes from team members who:

• Take pride in what you do
• Focus on customer success
• Be a person of integrity
• Drive to improve
• Do it with passion
• Express gratitude
• Work as a team
• Pursue lasting partnerships
• Embrace a healthy work-life balance

Lunchtime Solutions performs post offer background investigations prior to starting employment with our company. This background investigation may involve verifying or reviewing any of the following relevant information: criminal convictions and DMV record if appropriate for the position.

Lunchtime Solutions Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. EOE-M/F/Disabled/Vet. View Policy