Cafeteria worker job description
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Example cafeteria worker requirements on a job description
Cafeteria worker requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in cafeteria worker job postings.
Sample cafeteria worker requirements
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Food Handler's Permit or ServSafe Certification
- Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely
- Experience in food preparation and service
- Knowledge of food safety regulations and procedures
Sample required cafeteria worker soft skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Strong attention to detail
- Customer service oriented
- Flexibility and adaptability
Cafeteria worker job description example 1
Joshua ISD cafeteria worker job description
Auxiliary/Food Service
Date Posted:
6/1/2022
Location:
JISD Service Center
Job Title: Part Time Warehouse Cafeteria Worker Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt
Reports To: Director of Child Nutrition Pay Grade: Aux PG 1
Dept./School: Child Nutrition/Service Center Minimum: $12.74/hr.
Term of Contract: 2 days per week, 8 hours per day for 44 weeks a year
Federally Funded:
The salary for this position is paid from federal funds. Federally funded positions are supplemental and therefore subject to available federal funds.
Primary Purpose:
Assists in the delivery of food, materials, and equipment to various campus and building locations. Assists in putting away food and materials at the campus level.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid Texas motor vehicle operator's license, class C
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to handle a variety of tasks simultaneously
Ability to work well with employees and management
Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
Experience:
One to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Verifies accuracy of shipments received. Unpacks and inspects items received. Moves inventory to proper location. Sorts and stores items according to established procedures. Receives, reads, and fills requisitions for stock items. Loads and unloads delivery trucks. Assists in the delivery of food service supplies and equipment to campus locations. Operate mechanical equipment such as forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck. Follows all rules, regulations and policies of Joshua ISD and follows directives from supervisor. Help maintain the cleanliness of the Child Nutrition delivery truck. Other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands;Environmental Factors:
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent district-wide travel; working inside and without air conditioning depending on facility requirements; occasional prolonged and irregular hours; frequent standing, stooping, bending, and kneeling up to 30 times per 8-hour work shift; repetitive hand motions; reaching above the head and in front of the body at least 24 inches; pushing and pulling items weighing up to 150 pounds; climbing to third step on 6 ft. stepladder and to the top of an extension ladder; lifting and lowering equipment, weighing up to 70 pounds periodically; walking at a pace necessary to complete work schedule; gripping small hand tools and equipment with enough strength to use them in the manner intended.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Date Posted:
6/1/2022
Location:
JISD Service Center
Job Title: Part Time Warehouse Cafeteria Worker Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt
Reports To: Director of Child Nutrition Pay Grade: Aux PG 1
Dept./School: Child Nutrition/Service Center Minimum: $12.74/hr.
Term of Contract: 2 days per week, 8 hours per day for 44 weeks a year
Federally Funded:
The salary for this position is paid from federal funds. Federally funded positions are supplemental and therefore subject to available federal funds.
Primary Purpose:
Assists in the delivery of food, materials, and equipment to various campus and building locations. Assists in putting away food and materials at the campus level.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid Texas motor vehicle operator's license, class C
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to handle a variety of tasks simultaneously
Ability to work well with employees and management
Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
Experience:
One to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Verifies accuracy of shipments received. Unpacks and inspects items received. Moves inventory to proper location. Sorts and stores items according to established procedures. Receives, reads, and fills requisitions for stock items. Loads and unloads delivery trucks. Assists in the delivery of food service supplies and equipment to campus locations. Operate mechanical equipment such as forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck. Follows all rules, regulations and policies of Joshua ISD and follows directives from supervisor. Help maintain the cleanliness of the Child Nutrition delivery truck. Other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands;Environmental Factors:
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent district-wide travel; working inside and without air conditioning depending on facility requirements; occasional prolonged and irregular hours; frequent standing, stooping, bending, and kneeling up to 30 times per 8-hour work shift; repetitive hand motions; reaching above the head and in front of the body at least 24 inches; pushing and pulling items weighing up to 150 pounds; climbing to third step on 6 ft. stepladder and to the top of an extension ladder; lifting and lowering equipment, weighing up to 70 pounds periodically; walking at a pace necessary to complete work schedule; gripping small hand tools and equipment with enough strength to use them in the manner intended.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
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Cafeteria worker job description example 2
SLA Management cafeteria worker job description
Job DescriptionSalary: $15-$16
SLA Management is looking for a dedicated and reliable Cafeteria Food Service Worker for one of our school’s cafeterias. This candidate will be part of a great team that is always looking to improve the student's lunch experience. Applicants must enjoy working in a school setting and provide a positive and uplifting meal experience. Our goal at SLA Management is to always provide students with the best 30 minutes of their day!
This is position located in the Denver, CO area that follows the 180-day school year calendar. Our employees do not work nights, weekends, or holidays. Our meal programs are a very successful and rewarding experience.
The ideal candidate for the position of Cafeteria Food Service Worker will possess the following qualities:
- Previous food service experience is strongly preferred.
- Must be a team player with a positive and upbeat attitude.
- Must have basic computer skills.
- Must feel comfortable standing for long periods of time.
- Must possess a High School diploma or GED.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Must be able to pass a nationwide criminal background check.
The responsibilities of the Cafeteria Food Service Worker will be delegated by the Cafeteria Unit Leader. Daily duties will include:
- Utilizing commercial kitchen equipment in the preparation of menu items.
- Monitoring food at serving areas for fresh appearance and proper holding temperatures.
- Assisting in serving food on the service line.
- Washing dishes and utensils, as well as cleaning the food service area during and after service.
Shift: Monday - Friday
If you share the same passion as our company and want to make a positive difference in a student's lunch experience, please share your resume and we'll be in touch.
- Cafeteria worker
- Cafeteria assistant
- Crew member
- Crew team
- Team member
area that follows the 180-day school year calendar. Our employees do not work nights, weekends, or holidays. Our meal programs are a very successful and rewarding experience.
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Cafeteria worker job description example 3
PeopleReady cafeteria worker job description
PeopleReady of Miami, FL is now hiring Cafeteria Workers!
Apply today and you could start as soon as tomorrow. No resume or interview required – yep, you read that right.
As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from:
* The freedom to work where you want, when you want and as often as you want.
* Next-day pay* for many of our open positions.
* The ability to choose long-term positions for steady work or short-term positions if you just want some extra cash.
* The ability to sign up for jobs right from our mobile app, JobStack!
Pay Rate:
The pay rate for this job is $15 / hour
What you'll be doing as a Cafeteria Worker:
* Prepares sandwiches, including hot sandwiches, salads, and other food items on the menu.
* Sets up and serves daily special.
* Cleans the pre and cooking area in the Cafeteria and cooking utensils.
* Serves cafeteria customers in a professional and courteous manner.
* Performs cashier duties as outlined in the Policies and Procedures.
* Helps prep other items to be served in the Cafeteria such as fruit, grab and go items, breakfast menu items
* Washing dishes
Available shifts:
Shift Timing - 1st Shift (Day), 2nd Shift (Evening) and Weekends
Job requirements:
* Must have excellent customer service skills.
* Must present self in a professional manner.
* Must be outgoing, a self-starter and detailed oriented.
* Background Check Required
* Drug screen required
Ready to take control of the way you work?
Complete our application to join the PeopleReady team today. In case you missed it, no resumes or interviews are required!
\#TIER1
PeopleReady is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religious affiliation, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by law. We will get to know you and connect you with jobs that match your skills, experience and preferences. We work hard every single day to find jobs so each employee has opportunity and variety in their work.
Apply today and you could start as soon as tomorrow. No resume or interview required – yep, you read that right.
As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from:
* The freedom to work where you want, when you want and as often as you want.
* Next-day pay* for many of our open positions.
* The ability to choose long-term positions for steady work or short-term positions if you just want some extra cash.
* The ability to sign up for jobs right from our mobile app, JobStack!
Pay Rate:
The pay rate for this job is $15 / hour
What you'll be doing as a Cafeteria Worker:
* Prepares sandwiches, including hot sandwiches, salads, and other food items on the menu.
* Sets up and serves daily special.
* Cleans the pre and cooking area in the Cafeteria and cooking utensils.
* Serves cafeteria customers in a professional and courteous manner.
* Performs cashier duties as outlined in the Policies and Procedures.
* Helps prep other items to be served in the Cafeteria such as fruit, grab and go items, breakfast menu items
* Washing dishes
Available shifts:
Shift Timing - 1st Shift (Day), 2nd Shift (Evening) and Weekends
Job requirements:
* Must have excellent customer service skills.
* Must present self in a professional manner.
* Must be outgoing, a self-starter and detailed oriented.
* Background Check Required
* Drug screen required
Ready to take control of the way you work?
Complete our application to join the PeopleReady team today. In case you missed it, no resumes or interviews are required!
\#TIER1
PeopleReady is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religious affiliation, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by law. We will get to know you and connect you with jobs that match your skills, experience and preferences. We work hard every single day to find jobs so each employee has opportunity and variety in their work.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024