Student Dining Services Department 

 

JOB DESCRIPTION: FOOD SERVICE HELPER 

 

 

JOB DUTIES: 

• Performs a variety of tasks as assigned by the Lunchroom Manager, related to the safe handling, preparation and service of food in an elementary and secondary lunchroom. 
• Assisting in the preparation of menu items; preparation of vegetables; making sandwiches, salads, entrees etc. 
• Handle cash exchange in the form of the a la carte, vending machines, or point of sale. 
• Operating kitchen and serving equipment such as ovens, warmers, hot and cold serving lines, dish machines, etc. Setting up serving counters and serving food; washing dishes and utensils; and cleaning equipment and areas. 
• This person may act as cashier and may perform more responsible work, such as being in charge of a food serving unit or acting as a temporary substitute for higher level work. This employee also does related work as required. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Knowledge of: 

• Working steadily in a kitchen where food is prepared in quantity to meet exacting schedules; 
• Operating kitchen and serving equipment; 
• Minimum High School Diploma or GED equivalent 

Ability to: 

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing; 
• Participate in food production; 
• Keep work environment neat and orderly; 
• Maintain good physical condition and personal cleanliness; 
• Work professionally with teams; 
• Read, interpret, and follow recipes and instructions; 
• Write legibly; 
• Work a minimum of one day per work week; 
• Lift 40 pounds