Cafeteria Specialist

Cafeteria Specialist

Job Title: Cafeteria Specialist Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Campus Child Nutrition Manager Terms: 180 Days Salary: $14.90- 17.53 Hourly

Pay Grade: Auxiliary Pay Grade 2 (BASE PAY TO MID POINT SALARY)

Dept./School: Child Nutrition Date Revised: July 16, 2026

Primary Purpose

Prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

High school diploma or equivalent Prior experience in school nutrition service preferred Desire to pursue food service certification

Special Knowledge/Skills

Ability to maintain a safe work environment Knowledge of food preparation and sanitation in food service Ability to operate and clean specialized equipment properly Ability to work well with manager and other personnel Strong organizational and planning skills Knowledge of computerized point of sale systems preferred Ability to work quickly and efficiently in very noisy surroundings

Experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties

1. Correctly prepare food according to recipes and manager's request 2. Batch cook between classes 3. Stock milk boxes and supplies prior to serving 4. Serve food to children on the serving line when assigned 5. Ensure quality and appearance on the serving line- presentation 6. Restock food on serving line as needed 7. Restock milk boxes between classes 8. Carry out assigned cleaning duties 9. Wash pots and pans used in preparation and serving 10. Mop and sweep kitchen and serving areas 11. Put away all grocery items promptly 12. Clean restrooms and locker room when assigned 13. Clean walls on serving lines as needed 14. Wipe steamers, stove top, and kettles 15. Wash and stack clean lunch trays 16. Once a week, clean ovens, racks, and carts 17. Wipe off walls around pot sink disposal 18. Label, date and store all leftovers 19. Clean all sinks in serving areas, milk boxes, and stoves daily 20. Take steamers apart, wash all parts, and replace metal parts 21. Dust contents of pantry, sweep and mop pantry 22. Clean all metal shelves in kitchen refrigerator and discard any outdated food, juice, or milk 23. Employees are expected to be regular in attendance and to be at assigned workstations throughout the day 24. Employees are subject to transfer and reassignment by the Director of Child Nutrition based on the needs of the district 25. Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Equipment Used

Large and small kitchen equipment to include electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, deep-fat fryer, sharp cutting tools, oven, dishwasher and food utility cart.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Lift heavy boxes, groceries, supplies and milk crates (up to 50 lbs.) Must withstand extreme temperatures, hot and cold Must withstand harsh chemicals associated with cleaning cafeteria Standing for long periods of time Bending and squatting frequently Must be able to wear plastic gloves for long periods of time

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.