Cafeteria Worker - Department Float (60 hours biweekly)

School Cafeteria Worker Department Floater

Reading Public Schools is a vibrant and inclusive educational institution dedicated to providing a nurturing and enriching environment for our students. We believe that a well-balanced and nutritious meal is essential for a child's overall well-being and academic success. As part of our commitment to student health and well-being, we are seeking a dedicated School Cafeteria Worker to join our team.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dependable School Cafeteria Worker to assist in the preparation, serving, and cleanup of meals for our students. The ideal candidate should be passionate about providing nutritious and delicious meals to children, maintain a clean and organized cafeteria, and adhere to all safety and sanitation guidelines.

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and flexible Cafeteria Worker to join our K-12 school district as a Permanent Floater/Substitute. The successful candidate will support various school cafeterias within the district, stepping in wherever needed to ensure smooth operations and the delivery of nutritious meals to our students. This role requires a self-starter who is adaptable, reliable, and committed to maintaining high standards of food safety and service.

Key Responsibilities

• Willingness to travel to various schools within the district to provide support wherever needed, including covering for absent staff, assisting during busy periods, or filling in gaps in staffing.
• Assist Cafeteria Manager and work closely with other cafeteria staff and managers to ensure a seamless food service operation. Assist in other areas as needed, such as cashiering, dishwashing, and inventory management.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary cafeteria environment, including cleaning tables, sweeping, mopping, and washing dishes
• Monitor food temperatures and quality to ensure safety and freshness
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines as outlined by the school and local health authorities
• Replenish food and supplies as needed
• Assist in inventory management and restocking of cafeteria items
• Collaborate with the cafeteria team to ensure efficient and smooth meal service
• Provide excellent customer service to students and staff
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Ability to quickly adapt to different school environments, kitchen setups, and work schedules, demonstrating the ability to handle varying tasks and responsibilities.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in a cafeteria, restaurant, or food service setting preferred
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately
• Friendly and customer-service-oriented attitude

Certification:

Certified, or ability to become certified, as ServSafe Manager

Working Conditions:

• Frequent standing and movement with regular bending and twisting of neck and trunk, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and/or crouching
• Continuous use of hand strength for grasping tools
• Occasional lifting and/or moving of objects up to 50 pounds
• Occasional exposure to temperatures above 100 degrees
• Occasional work on slippery surfaces
• Meeting deadlines with severe time constraints.
• Interacting with students, vendors, and staff members.
• Frequent loud noise requiring raised voices for communication.
• Elevated risk of minor injuries such as cuts or burns.

EEO Statement

Reading Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and students. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

*Per the union contract, for the first two days of the posting, only internal candidates will be considered.*