Substitute Food Service Helper - 2026/2027

Substitute Food Service Helper

The Monett R-1 School District is seeking qualified Substitute Food Service Helpers for the 2026/2027 school year to work on an as needed basis. The Substitute Food Service Helper assists in the preparation and service of quality food to students in a quick and pleasant manner.

General Expectations:

• Supports the mission of Monett R-1 School District.
• Supports the value of education.
• Complies with the privacy rights of students.
• Safeguards confidential and/or sensitive information.
• Communicates effectively with all the members of the school district and community.
• Provides excellence in customer service both internally and externally.
• Reacts to change productively.
• Keeps abreast of new information, innovative ideas and techniques.
• Maintains accurate records and filing systems for accountability and audit purposes.
• Ensures that all activities conform to district, state, or federal guidelines.

Essential Functions:

• Plans the preparation of and prepares all food items
• Assists with the daily cleaning of all kitchen equipment to ensure cleanliness and sanitary conditions are met
• Reports inferior quality of food or faulty equipment to the appropriate authority
• Prepares food according to a planned menu and tested, uniform recipes, and determines if the finished product is of best quality both in flavor and appearance before it is served
• Records all food requisitions from the storeroom
• Sets up and breaks down serving lines (salad bar, hot food, ala carte, etc.)

*Operates ovens, deep fat fryer, pressure steamer, steam jacket kettle, tilting skillet, range slicer, chopper, mixer, dishwasher machine, and other food preparation.