Cafeteria Worker I, Gaithersburg HS, 2.5hrs/10 mo (7:00-9:30), Ad closes 10/21/26

About the role

Under supervision of a manager, supervisor or field manager, performs the routine duties involved in the production and serving of food and in cleaning kitchen facilities and equipment. This is the entry and general helper level in the school meals program. Employees in this class receive on-the-job training in the basic food production and cafeteria operations from manager and other Division of Food and Nutrition Services staff.

Responsibilities

• Produce and serve food
• Clean kitchen facilities and equipment
• Receive on‑the‑job training in basic food production and cafeteria operations

Requirements

• Ability to perform work requiring sustained moderate physical effort
• Move objects weighing 40‑60 pounds
• Operate commercial food service equipment
• Continuous standing
• Tolerate extreme variations in temperature

Qualifications

• Completion of the ninth grade required; High School or GED diploma preferred
• Experience with food preparation techniques and safety procedures
• Valid Class C non‑commercial driver’s license
• Sanitation certification required (or obtain during first six months of employment)

Skills

• Ability to work with students, teachers and school leadership staff demonstrating the seven SSPGS core competencies
• Knowledge of basic food production
• Ability to follow HACCP guidelines for safe food handling from receiving to service
• Ability to practice standard sanitation procedures for care and cleaning of kitchen equipment
• Ability to learn standard school cafeteria operations
• Ability to gather necessary menu items, recipe ingredients and supplies
• Ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to effectively communicate to meet the needs of all customers: students, school staff and community
• Basic human relations skills needed to work cooperatively in close proximity with others under constant deadlines
• Knowledge of and ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS)

Pay

The wage range for this position is between $20.65 and $26.16 per hour, based on years of experience.

Benefits

• Benefit information

Schedule

Part‑time position, working 10 months per year, day shift.