Part-time Kitchen Staff

Riverview Charter School; KwaMaqoma; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Eastern Cape is seeking a part-time kitchen staff member to join its cafeteria team. Responsibilities include operating the POS system, washing dishes, assisting with food prep, and maintaining food safety and cleanliness standards. The ideal candidate will have strong teamwork and customer service skills and will contribute to a positive school environment. This role supports student meal service and reflects the school's mission and values.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ability to handle cash and process transactions accurately.
• Experience in teamwork and interacting positively with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Operate the point-of-sale system for accurate meal purchases.
• Wash, rinse, and sanitize kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Assist in serving meals and basic food preparation tasks.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Cash handling experience

Teamwork skills

Customer service skills

Job description

Join Riverview Charter School’s cafeteria team as a part-time kitchen staff member, helping to ensure students receive safe, healthy, and efficiently served meals. Responsibilities include assisting with food prep, dishwashing, meal service, and cashiering duties, all while upholding food safety and cleanliness standards. Staff in this role contribute to a welcoming and professional school environment that reflects Riverview’s mission and values.

Key Responsibilites

Cashier/Assistant

• Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system to process student and staff meal purchases accurately.
• Handle cash, checks, and digital payments in compliance with school policies.
• Assist in serving meals to students and staff during lunch periods.
• Maintain an organized and clean cashier station and surrounding serving area.
• Support kitchen staff with basic meal prep and dish handling when needed.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
• Monitor students’ meal accounts and follow procedures for balances or meal eligibility.
• Model Riverview’s mission and values through courteous, professional, and respectful interactions with students, staff, and families.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Cafeteria Manager or School Leadership, including support for special events.

Dishwasher/Assistant

• Wash, rinse, sanitize, and store dishes, utensils, cookware, and other kitchen equipment according to health and safety standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized dishwashing area and kitchen workspaces.
• Assist kitchen staff with basic food prep tasks as assigned (e.g., portioning, peeling, chopping, or packing).
• Support meal service by restocking items and assisting in serving when necessary.
• Sweep, mop, and empty trash in kitchen and service areas.
• Follow all food safety and hygiene standards, including proper use of gloves, hair restraints, and handwashing.
• Report maintenance or equipment issues to the Cafeteria Manager.
• Model Riverview’s mission and values through positive interactions with students, staff, and fellow team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Cafeteria Manager or School Leadership, including support for special events.