Food Service Helper

Substitute Food Service Helper

Cooperstown Central School District is seeking qualified candidates for Substitute Food Service Helper positions. Substitute Food Service Helpers work on an as-needed basis to cover staff absences and support daily cafeteria operations. Duties include assisting with food preparation and service and maintaining clean kitchen and dining areas to provide a safe, welcoming dining experience for students and staff. Schedule Hours and assignments vary based on district needs. This is a substitute position with no guaranteed hours. Responsibilities include assisting with food preparation, including washing and preparing fruits and vegetables, helping prepare salads, desserts, and other menu items, serving food and assisting with meal service, setting up and cleaning tables and dining areas, washing dishes, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment, sweeping, mopping, and maintaining cleanliness of kitchen and serving areas, and assisting kitchen staff as needed. Operate a cash register as needed. Qualifications include the ability to follow oral and written instructions, ability to work effectively as part of a team, working knowledge of food service and sanitation practices is helpful, physical ability to perform the duties of the position, and no prior experience is required. Training will be provided.