Madison Consolidated Schools
CAFETERIA WORKER - PART-TIME JOB DESCRIPTION
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Position Title: Cafeteria Worker (Part-Time)
Reports To: Cafeteria Manager & Director of Food Services
Hours / Work Calendar: 2.5-5 hours/day • 180-185 days (School Year)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Effective Date: 2026-2027
Position Summary
The Part-Time Cafeteria Worker supports the school food service operation by assisting with meal preparation, serving students, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring a safe and welcoming dining environment. This role focuses on high-volume service periods and helps maintain compliance with USDA, state, and district food service regulations.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist with basic food preparation and portioning according to district menus.
- Serve meals safely and efficiently during breakfast and/or lunch service.
- Set up, clean, and restock serving lines and food stations.
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of counters, tables, equipment, and kitchen tools.
- Assist with dishwashing, tray washing, and utensil sanitizing.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and handwashing procedures.
- Monitor and record food temperatures when assigned.
- Restock milk coolers, condiment stations, and serving supplies.
- Assist with receiving and storing food items following proper rotation (FIFO).
- Interact with students and staff positively and respectfully.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding student meal status and personal information.
- Report equipment or safety concerns immediately to the cafeteria manager.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by cafeteria leadership.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Ability to lift 40 lbs and perform repetitive physical tasks.
- Ability to stand, bend, push, and pull for extended periods.
- Dependable attendance and punctuality.
- Ability to follow food safety procedures and instructions.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in food service, cafeteria work, or commercial kitchens.
- Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation standards.
- Experience working with children in an educational setting.
Physical Demands
- Frequent standing, bending, lifting, and carrying up to 40 lbs.
- Exposure to heat, steam, and kitchen equipment.
- Repetitive hand and arm motions (serving, cleaning, lifting).