Food Service Helper: Various Locations/Various Hours

Entry Level Food Service Position

This is an entry level food service position involving performance of simple, routine, manual work in the preparation and serving of food in a cafeteria or other dining area. Employees of this class are also responsible for cleaning, kitchen equipment and utensils and non-disposable eating utensils, glassware, and china. Work is performed under direct and close supervision of a higher ranking food service employee. Supervision of others is not a responsibility of this class. Does related work as required.

(All need not be performed in a given position. Other related activities may be performed although not listed.) Prepares ingredients for salads, sandwiches, and cold plates; Portions and garnishes all desserts, salads, and fruits for serving; Trims, washes and prepares vegetables; Sets up serving lines with condiments, hot and cold foods, and table services; Serves food from steam table or food line in cafeteria-style operation; Washes and sanitizes all pots, pans, and utensils; Cleans and dries silver, china, and glassware; Fills sugar bowls, salt and pepper shakers, and napkin holders, and holders for utensils and straws; Cleans dining tables of dirty dishes and trays in the absence of lunchroom aides; Washes and sanitizes dining room tables, chairs, and trays in the absence of lunchroom aides; Operates kitchen appliances and equipment; Advises students of well-balanced meals; Cleans kitchen and dining room area; Serves as cashier on student faculty food service line.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Working knowledge of the principles of a balanced diet; working knowledge of the regulations of the National School Lunch Program and the Department of Health requirements; working knowledge of portion control; working knowledge of the proper methods of preparing and serving food; working knowledge of proper care and safe operation of kitchen equipment and appliances; working knowledge of the care and use of china, silver, glassware, and kitchen utensils; working knowledge of the operation of industrial dish washers and the use of associate detergents; working knowledge of use and application of cleaning supplies for appliances, equipment, and food preparation and serving work areas; ability to follow simple oral and written directions; ability to prepare and serve food with proper regard to sanitary principles; ability to receive and make correct change; ability to deal effectively with students, faculty, and other diners; willingness to perform routine low-skill work; dependability; health commensurate with the demands of the position.

There are no education or experience qualifications for this position. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT FOR APPOINTMENT IN SCHOOL DISTRICTS AND BOCES: Per Chapter 180 of the Laws of 2000, and by Regulations of the Commissioner of Education, to be employed in a position designated by a school district or BOCES as involving direct contact with students, a clearance for employment from the State Education Department is required.

Job Identification 1347

Job Category Food Service Helper

Posting Date 09/04/2026, 04:11 PM

Apply Before 09/16/2026, 09:00 PM

Degree Level No Formal Education

Job Schedule Full time

Locations Rochester, NY, United States

Minimum Salary 16.25

Maximum Salary 17.77

Rochester City School District