Cafeteria Worker I, Ashburton ES, 4.5hrs/10mo, Ad closes 10/07/26

Cafeteria Worker I

Cafeteria Worker I, Ashburton ES, 4.5 hours/10 months, Ad close 10/07/26. Job Specific Information: 4.5 hours total, start time 9:30 am. Large elementary school that serves 6 lunch shifts, each grade is separate starting at 10:45-2:20. The volume of food prep and service is significant, looking for a candidate that has some experience ideally, and is comfortable with all food service practices regarding food prep, service, and cleaning. The wage range for this position is between $20.65 - 26.16/hour based on years of experience.

MCPS Official Job Description

Summary Description: Under supervision, performs the more routine duties involved in the preparation and serving of food and in the cleaning of kitchen equipment and facilities. May assume additional duties in the absence of the manager. This is the entry and general helper level in the school lunch series. Employees in this class receive on-the-job training in the basics of food preparation and cafeteria operation. Nature of work requires sustained moderate physical effort, operation of standard food service equipment, and continuous standing. The work is performed under the supervision of a cafeteria manager or other cafeteria employee.

Physical Demands: Ability to perform work requiring sustained moderate physical effort, operation of commercial food service equipment, movement of objects weighing 40-60 pounds and continuous standing. Special Requirements: May be asked to work overtime or weekends. Some positions require use of personal car, with reimbursement for mileage provided.

Knowledge Skills Abilities: Some knowledge of food preparation. Ability to follow food sanitation procedures. Ability to learn prescribed food preparation methods and school cafeteria operations. Ability to retrieve necessary menu items and recipe ingredients. Ability to comprehend and follow instructions. Ability to communicate with customers. Basic human relations skills needed to work cooperatively in close proximity with others under constant deadlines. Knowledge of and the ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

Education Training Experience: Completion of the ninth grade required. High School or GED diploma preferred. Experience with food preparation techniques and safety procedures. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

Certificate License: Valid Class C noncommercial drivers license. Sanitation certification required or obtain this certification during the first six months of employment.

Job

Food / Nutrition Services Job Grade: 6 Senior Qualified

Organization

Ashburton Elementary School

Primary Location

Bethesda

Schedule

Part-time |.562 (45 hours bi-weekly) Working Months: 10

Shift

Day Job

Job Posting

Sep 29, 2026, 3:21:19 PM - Oct 8, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Montgomery County (VA) Public Schools