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Job Classification Title: Food Service Custodian
Working Title(s): Food Service Custodian
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Pay Grade: Grade 3
This consolidated job classification description is intended to be generic in nature and not an exhaustive list of all
duties and responsibilities. Specific tasks and duties may vary based on position assignment as determined by the
District.
JOB CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY
Responsible for providing custodial services, ensuring cleanliness of cafeteria facilities.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This classification series maintains the cleanliness of District buildings through a progressive four-
level structure. A semi-skilled position responsible for daytime Food Service custodial needs
requiring higher interaction with staff and students.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The following are intended to describe core work functions of this classification. While the level
and broad nature of essential duties may not change, specific work tasks will vary over time
depending on the District's needs.
- In-person attendance is an essential function of this classification. Food Service Custodians may
be assigned to other sites based on need.
Daily Cafeteria Operations & Sanitation
- Cleans and sanitizes cafeteria tables, benches, kitchen floors, and food service equipment
thoroughly between lunch waves and immediately following final meal service.
- Sets up, breaks down, and moves cafeteria tables, seating arrangements, and mobile
equipment to accommodate daily meal schedules, student assemblies, or special school
events.
- Restocks disposable items (e.g., trays, napkins, utensils, condiments, and cleaning chemicals)
and tracks daily inventory levels.
- Maintains exterior cafeteria spaces, ensuring immediate outdoor student eating areas,
sidewalks, loading docks, and trash/recycling enclosures are clear of litter and food waste.
Facility Maintenance & Technical Repairs
- Collaborates directly with the Building Maintenance Supervisor (BMS) on daily facility
operational maintenance and structural upkeep.
- Collaborates with BMS for ongoing preventive and emergency maintenance along with minor
repairs on cafeteria structures and specialized assets, including folding lunch tables and
custodial equipment.
Security, Safety & Student Support
- Manages immediate on-call needs during breakfast and lunch periods, responding rapidly to
urgent spills, slip hazards, or emergency sanitation tasks to ensure student safety.
- Assists elementary students, staff, and visitors utilizing the facilities by providing friendly
directions and maintaining a safe, welcoming, and orderly environment.
- Maintains strict building security by monitoring and securing cafeteria entry/exit points, doors,
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and kitchen windows during assigned shifts and at the conclusion of each school day.
- Performs related work in the kitchen, dining, and surrounding areas as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE
- Work safety policies, procedures, and practices.
- Basic maintenance methods, tools, and equipment.
- Proper use and handling of cleaning chemicals.
- Basic facilities and grounds maintenance practices.
SKILLS
- Maintaining accurate records.
- Using basic hand and power tools safely.
- Customer service principals, practices and etiquette.
- Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers,
supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information
and to receive work direction.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (for new hires at job entry)
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or GED and three months of related experience; or an equivalent
combination of directly-related education.
Required Certifications/Licenses:
- Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card (FPCC)
- Valid Arizona Class D Driver's License.
- Food Handlers Card (within 30 days of hire)
CLASS HISTORY INFORMATION
Created: 11/2021
Amendments: 6/2026
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PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMANDS:
Physical Strength for this classification is indicated below with an "X"
Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the
time.
Light: Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR
requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
Medium: Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly.
Heavy: Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.
Very Heavy: Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50 lbs.
constantly.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
C
Continuously
2/3 or more time
F
Frequently
1/3 to 2/3 of time
O
Occasionally
Up to 1/3 time
R
Rarely