Substitute - Food Service Worker

Release Date: August 18.2025 Application Deadline: May 30, 2026

Requisition 11713

Position: Substitute - Food Service Worker

Location: Food and Nutrition Services/Various Sites

Salary: The salary for this position will be based on an hourly rate of $15.00.

Effective: September 2025

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

• Qualified applicants must complete a TalentEd online application.
• Intake after completing required paperwork.

All online applications must be completed on or before May 30, 2026. Failure to follow the application procedures could

hinder your chances of securing the desired assignment. Please contact the Department of Human Resources with questions ..., ext. 32189).

NATURE OF WORK:

Performs a variety of tasks related to food production and food service in a fast-paced environment under the direction of the food service manager. The work requires a substantial amount of physical dexterity, can be repetitive, and requires prolonged standing. Food Service Workers are provided on-the-job training and are expected to become proficient in accomplishing required duties during a six-month probationary period.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ability to professionally relate to and collaborate with co-workers, students, and community members
• Ability to understand and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to use technology effectively to complete tasks
• Ability to report to work daily and on time
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions
• Ability to lift heavy items up to 50 lbs.
• Possess effective organizational skills
• Possess effective oral communication skills

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cooks and prepares bulk quantities of food items
• Sets up serving lines and serves food items on the line
• Operates a computerized point-of-sale system
• Operates a dishwasher
• Washes pots and pans in a three-compartment sink
• Cleans and sanitizes food service equipment and associated spaces
• Maintains high-quality food preparation and the highest caliber of customer service
• Works effectively with others as part of a team
• Coordinates with other school staff in support of the recycling program
• Participates in promotions of new food items and nutrition education activities
• Fills in for the manager, after proficiency is demonstrated
• Performs other related and non-related job duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Must be physically able to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds

Preferred:

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience in a commercial food service environment

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:

Temporary/hourly position

SALARY GRADE RANGE:

The salary for this position will be based on an hourly rate of $15.00.

BARGAINING UNIT ELIGIBILITY: Not eligible.

Updated 07.2024, 12.2024, 7.2025