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Substitute Cafeteria Worker

NORTHAMPTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS, Machipongo, VA, United States


Salary:

$14.30/hr. (Hourly Position-No Benefits Included)

Please visit the NCPS website to determine salary specifics according to the current salary scale: 2025 Salary Scales - Google Drive

Primary Purpose

Assist in the preparation of food

Clean and organize the cafeteria counter

Serve students and staff at the cafeteria counter

Remove used dishes and assist in the cleaning of counters, tables, and furnishings in the dining area

Maintain the trash and garbage collection area in a neat and sanitary fashion

Assist in the organization and storage of food, supplies, and equipment

Perform related duties as required including duties at special meal functions

Assist in keeping all areas in the kitchen and dining area neat and clean

Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal, Food Service Coordinator, Director of Operations, or Superintendent

Additional Duties
Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of school cafeteria.

Equipment

Uses standard equipment such as cash register, oven, dish washer, freezer, fryer, ice machine, etc.

Uses calculating devices.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to design nutritious meals in accordance with federal and state guidelines

General knowledge of materials and methods used in preparing and serving meats, breads, vegetables and other foods on a large scale according to written and oral instructions

General knowledge of the use or care of food preparation equipment

Organizational and time management skills

Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required

Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and use calculators

Ability to problem-solve job-related issues

Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding school district financial and other information

Skill in the use of standardized and specialized kitchen utensils and equipment preferred

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students and school staff

Requires some walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling

Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds

Ability to stand for long periods of time

Demonstrated aptitude for successful performance of the responsibilities outlined

Such alternative to the above qualifications as the School Board may feel appropriate and acceptable

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Must have the ability to stand for extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity to use equipment; see and read printed material with or without vision aids; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly; physical agility to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; to bend, to stoop, to walk and to reach overhead. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

High School Diploma or GED preferred

FLSA Status:

Non-exempt. Substitute Hourly Position-No Benefits Included

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