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2025-26 Food Services Assistant - Elementary Academy

Liberty STEAM Charter School
Sumter, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 3/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/26/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Food Services Assistant – Primary Academy

Job Summary :

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Food Services Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate for this position has previous experience with cleaning and food service. The ideal candidate enjoys the convenience of a commercial kitchen environment. The Food & Facilities Services Assistant will support the Food Services Manager with all aspects of food service at LSC, including food orders, food storage, sanitary practices, meal prep, Child Nutrition Program (CNP) compliance, , and kitchen clean up. The Food / Facilities Services Assistant is responsible for assisting in cleaning the kitchen.

This position requires effective communication and organizational skills, the ability to work in a time-sensitive environment, and strong math skills to keep costs within acceptable standards. Reporting to the Managing Director of Operations, the Food & Facilities Services Assistant position is an entry-level position funded to work 4-6  hours per day Monday through Friday and may work a split shift. If you have custodial and food service and / or food preparation experience and enjoy preparing healthy meals and introducing children to nutritional activities, please submit an application today!

Minimum Qualifications :

  • Possess a High School Diploma  or  GED
  • Mus be 18 years of age.
  • Possess a valid South Carolina driver's license and an excellent driving record.
  • Prior experience in one or more of the following food service activities : direct responsibility for preparing nutritious meals, scheduling meals, proper food handling and storage, food inventory, food ordering, and working with the Child Food Program
  • Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Competencies :

  • Accountability and Dependability
  • Accuracy
  • Valuing Diversity
  • Safety Focus
  • Teamwork
  • Self-Management
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Technology
  • Other Requirements (Post-Hire)

  • Able to pass a criminal background check.
  • Must be able to prove the right to work in the USA by providing appropriate documents to complete the Federal I-9 form.
  • Must possess or have the ability to possess and keep current a Food Handler’s Certificate issued by the South Carolina health department.
  • Desired Qualifications :

  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
  • Two (2) years of experience working with the Child Nutrition Program or School Lunch Program.
  • Work Environment :

  • Indoor environment
  • Exposure to heat exceeding 85 degrees
  • Exposure to hazardous cleaning chemicals
  • Exposure to sharp knives and slicers.
  • Exposure to very hot foods, equipment, and metal objects used in cooking and baking
  • Physical Requirements :

    Frequently

  • Stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling
  • Reaching, pulling, pushing
  • Climbing up step stool
  • Carrying / lifting heavy objects 0-25lbs
  • Operating appliances and small kitchen equipment
  • Works with commercial gas range
  • Occasionally

  • Picking up and dropping off supplies
  • Push, pull, move furniture or equipment {20 to 50lb}
  • Exposure to sharp knives and slicers
  • Clerical duties (computer, typing, copying, etc.)
  • Role Specific Duties and Responsibilities

    Food Services Responsibilities

  • Demonstrates sanitary practices in relation to the preparation of food and personal hygiene.
  • Assists in meals preparation and afternoon snacks for children
  • Assists in maintaining kitchen to meet sanitation requirements; cleans dishes, stove, carts, and work surfaces after meal preparation.
  • Maintains a daily record of the number of snacks served.
  • Prepares quantity of food to meet CNP Standards
  • Works independently and cooperatively with Food Services Manager.
  • Assist the Food Services Manager in calculating and ordering food from vendors to prepare planned meals using a centralized ordering system. Limits shopping for approved items and errands to center workday and / or before or after preparation and clean-up times
  • Recordkeeping, Monitoring and Reporting

  • Assist in maintaining daily Inventory of food and food service supplies
  • Assist in completing / submitting kitchen / disposable and maintenance supplies order forms to Procurement when needed
  • Assist Food Services Manager in maintaining inventory of kitchen appliances and equipment.
  • Assist in maintaining a daily record of the number of meals served, the Child Nutrition Program menu production worksheets, cycle menus and recipes.
  • Receives food orders, signs bills, and submits paperwork and bills to Accounting on the established schedule when needed.
  • Supervision :

  • Identify self-growth, development goals, and strategies for achievement with support and input from the supervisor.
  • Commit and participate regularly scheduled meetings with the Managing Director of Operations to further professional growth by seeking feedback, reflecting on and assessing own practice, and taking advantage of opportunities to improve skills and knowledge.
  • Compensation

  • Salary range : The salary is commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and paid in accordance with the approved salary bands ($12-16 per hour)
  • This role is also eligible for a performance bonus based on individual and organizational performance and goal attainment.
  • To Learn More About Liberty STEAM Charter

  • Please visit the website by clicking here to learn more about the story, mission, and model of Liberty STEAM Charter. Liberty STEAM Charter is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. People from all diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
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