Food Service Assistants Pool ($19,225+)

Dorchester County Public Schools is currently accepting applications for Food Service Assistants for FY26. The Food Service Assistant performs assigned tasks in designated areas related to the operation of a successful food service program within the school. Food Service Assistants report directly to the Cafeteria Manager.

DUTIES:

• Performs assigned tasks in designated areas related to the operation of successful food service program within the school.
• Prepares or assists in the preparation of a variety of foods using standardized recipes and menus, portion controls, and in accordance with work production standards.
• Sets up food on serving lines and/or steam tables, serve meals or meal components.
• Washes, sanitizes, and stores equipment and supplies; scrubs tables, counters, chairs, small wares, and disposes of waste properly.
• Operates and cleans all food service equipment.
• Stores food and supplies in accordance with instructions, and assists with ordering and taking inventory.
• Perform other duties as required by the Cafeteria Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education requirement: high school diploma or GED.
• A minimum of one (1) year of food service experience; school based experience preferred.
• Completion of a sanitation course in food service preferred.
• Basic knowledge of recipes and food service equipment.
• Ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal direction.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates a positive, cooperative attitude.
• Able to lift minimum of 35 lbs..
• Ability to withstand variations in temperature (0 degrees in walk-in freezers to 85 degrees in cooking area).
• Ability to climb a small ladder or step stool as well as stand for extended periods of time.