Food Service Assistant

Food Service Assistant

Deadline: November 30, 2026

District/Organization: Saline Area Schools

Position/Type: Other, part time

Salary: $19.50 per hour

Position Details

FOOD SERVICE ASSISTANT

at Harvest Elementary

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Food Service Assistant assists in preparing and serving food, maintaining an orderly and safe atmosphere in the cafeteria and assisting in the cleaning of kitchen supplies after lunches conclude.

Saline Area Schools strives to hire individuals who are intrinsically motivated, have a deep desire to grow professionally, believe children deserve to learn in an environment that is the least restrictive, and demonstrate the highest level of cultural competence. SAS strives to employ individuals who possess a strong work ethic, are committed to providing children with boundless opportunities, and understand that equity, inclusion, and social justice are essential to the success of a 21st-century school community.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Experience

• Successful prior experience working as a lunch or food service aide, preferably in a school district or with children.
• Ability to provide own transportation.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Assists in the safe preparation and serving of food.
• Assists with the cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and facilities after lunch.
• Assists in supervising students in the cafeteria during mealtime.
• Assists in making sure that tables and surrounding areas are clean.
• Assists students with orderly food purchases, distribution of food, disposal of food waste, and return of trays and utensils.
• Ensures that students remain seated in assigned areas throughout their time in the cafeteria.
• Other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Organize and coordinate work.
• Develop and implement projects.
• Effective and respectful verbal and written communication skills.
• Communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Organize multiple tasks and conflicting time constraints.
• Engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership, performance and professional growth.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Demonstrate exemplary attendance and punctuality.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS, WORK HAZARDS

Work in standard office and school building environments requiring mobility, visual and auditory acuity, communication skills, interpersonal skills, organizational skills, problem-solving skills, adaptability, technology proficiency, physical stamina and environmental awareness.

EQUIPMENT

Industrial/commercial kitchen equipment

FLSA STATUS

Non-Exempt

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Part-time per the ESP Contract

PAY RATE

Starting at $19.50 per hour

APPLICATION METHOD

EXTERNAL CANDIDATES: All interested and qualified external applicants must complete an application and upload all necessary documents on the TalentEd Website (please visit our HR web page at: https://saline.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx# to access the SAS Job Openings). All letters of interest, resumes, and applications must be received no later than the deadline listed or until the position has been filled.

INTERNAL CANDIDATES: All interested and qualified internal applicants must submit a letter of interest and a current resume via email to Larry D'Andrea, dandreal@salineschools.org. All letters of interest, resumes and applications must be received no later than the deadline listed or until filled.

NONDISCRIMINATION AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

If you have any accessibility concerns regarding the completion of this application, please contact Sarahanne Nelson, HR Coordinator, nelsons1@salineschools.org to set up an appointment for additional support.

E-mail: dandreal@salineschools.org

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