Food Service Worker/ Comet Kids Aide 2026-2027

Two combined part-time positions totaling 7.25 hours per day (36.25 hours weekly) for 165 days per year. During Summer, hours increase to 40 hours per week as a Comet Kids Aide at $26/hour.

Position Purpose

The Food Service Worker prepares and serves nutritious meals for school breakfasts and lunches, and maintains a safe and sanitary kitchen.

Food Service Responsibilities

• Prepares breakfasts and lunches according to nutrition standards.
• Serves meals in a timely manner and in the correct proportions.
• Assists with the cleaning of trays, dishes, cooking pans, and utensils; takes care of recycling.
• Assists in cleaning counters, salad bar, stove, and equipment.
• Assists with ordering supplies.
• Unpacks, rotates stock, inventories, and sorts grocery deliveries.
• Follows Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP); takes temperature of all coolers/freezers.
• Complies with food regulations in health plans and 504s.
• Follows all federal and state requirements regarding food preparation.

Comet Kids Aide Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Comet Kids Supervisor, engages in lessons, games, and activities with the Comet Kids students to provide a caring and nurturing environment.
• Assist Comet Kids Supervisor with activities: play, crafts, lessons, snacks, lunches, and games.
• Monitor behavior of students for appropriateness and need for discipline; address safety and emergency needs.
• Accompany students on outings, field trips, and special activities.
• Assist students in getting to special activities.
• Engage in one-to-one and group activities with children.
• Relay children's special needs to the Supervisor.
• Administer medication to students where applicable.
• Recommend ideas, identify problems, and aid in problem-solving.
• Give encouragement and praise for students' accomplishments to help build self-esteem.
• Other duties as assigned.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Responsible for updating student records as needed.
• Help to implement Comet Kids policies and procedures.
• Report any equipment and supply concerns to the Comet Kids supervisor.
• Support implementation of emergency policies and procedures.
• Maintain student and staff emergency information as needed.

Requirements

• High school degree, GED, or equivalent.
• CPR certification.
• First aid certification.
• AED certification.
• At least 2 years of child care experience (if no HS Diploma/GED).

Skills

• Knowledge of care and use of kitchen equipment and appliances and proper sanitation methods.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the ethical guidelines applicable to the position as outlined by professional organizations and/or federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to calculate measurements.
• Knowledge of the organizational and communication channels of KCS.
• Skills in oral and written communication.
• Assess the needs of children.
• Maintain complete and accurate records.
• Professionally interact with all members of the community.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders.
• Prioritize and schedule work tasks.
• Complete tasks within established deadlines.
• Produce quality, accurate work.
• Work productively.
• Maintain an effective organizational system.
• Demonstrate initiative and flexibility to adjust to unexpected changes in work demands.
• Admit mistakes and learn from them.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrate a consistent work attitude and excellent work commitment.
• Identify the appropriate steps to reach goals and carry them out.
• Maintain a positive attitude in daily routine and in unexpected, stressful, or emergency situations.
• The ability to listen and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• The ability to communicate clearly, orally, or in writing.
• The ability to use a computer and copier/printer.
• The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
• The ability to assume initiative and work independently.
• The ability to multitask.
• The ability to work effectively with people from different backgrounds and cultures.
• Requires knowledge of standard office equipment such as personal computer, copier, fax, and associated equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret information, write reports and correspondence, speak in front of a group, and communicate effectively with a variety of people.
• Ability to compile and maintain accurate records and files.
• Ability to interpret and apply KCS policies and procedures and state laws, rules, and regulations, and to apply them with good judgment in a variety of situations.
• Ability to manage conflict between students, parents, and staff by utilizing problem-solving skills and a positive approach.
• Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, and database management software.
• Knowledge of FERPA laws and ability to maintain confidentiality with student and staff information.

Pay

• Food Service Worker: $17/hour (Mon-Fri, 10a-2p).
• Comet Kids Aide: $26/hour (Mon-Fri, 2p-5:45p).

Schedule

• 7.25 hours per day, 36.25 hours weekly for 165 days per year.
• During Summer: 40 hours per week as a Comet Kids Aide.