Food Service - Assistant (2025-2026)

PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY SCHOOLS

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Cafeteria Worker

FLSA: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Cafeteria Manager

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 182 days

SUPERVISES: N/A

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to stand for at least five (5) continuous hours
• Ability to stoop, squat, kneel, bend, twist, turn and stretch
• Ability to lift a minimum of twenty-five (25) pounds

PREFERRED:

• School food service experience or related experience
• Food Safety Manager’s Certification in a nationally accredited program
• Personal computer and keyboarding skills
• Exemplary attendance
• Superior work ethic and positive attitude

FOCUS:

Assist in the preparation, cooking and serving of food to meet the USDA's child nutrition guidelines and food safety regulations

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Prepare all types of foods for breakfast, lunch and afterschool snacks according to planned menus, food production records, recipes, safe food handling procedures, and manager instruction
• Serve meals professionally and in a positive and appealing manner to students, teachers, staff, and community
• Communicate and interact positively with students, teachers, staff, and community
• Perform cleaning tasks including sweeping and mopping of floors, washing all food service equipment and surfaces, pots, pans and utensils
• Operate the dish machine to ensure proper cleanliness and sanitation of all items
• Stock, label and handle food appropriately for storage
• Assist in operating cash register/computer for the purpose of ensuring student meals are properly sold and accounted for

• Maintain a good working environment and willingly help co-workers
• Attend job-related training classes and workshops

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Cafeteria Manager