Food Service SUBSTITUTE

Position Type:
Food Service/Food Service Helper (part-time)

Date Posted:
6/30/2026

Location:
District wide

Date Available:
Continuous Recruitment

Closing Date:
06/04/2027


POSITION VACANCY

POSTING DATE : June 30, 2026
(for 2026-2027 School Year)


POSITION:

Food Service Helper (On-Call Substitute)

ASSIGNMENT:

Locations and hours vary throughout the District schools
to provide coverage, as needed.

REQUIREMENTS:

Working knowledge of kitchen procedures involving simple, routine, manual work in the preparation and serving of food in cafeteria or other dining area.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to operate a computerized cash register and accurately make change; willingness to perform repetitive food service activities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Some experience preferred; willing to train.

See attached job description of a Food Service Helper for your reference.

SALARY:

$17.00 per hour - $17.00 per hour

STARTING DATE:

September 2026 - June 2027

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Apply for this specific position on-line at:

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

by June 4, 2027

West Irondequoit Central School District is in compliance with the U.S. Civil Service Rights Act of 1964 and the TITLE IX Educational Amendments of 1972, Part 86. The School District provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran, military status, or domestic violence victim status. Any student, parent, employee or the general public that has an inquiry regarding the non-discrimination policy may direct the inquiry to:

Title IX Coordinator
West Irondequoit CSD
321 List Avenue
Rochester, New York 14617

West Irondequoit Central School District

JOB DESCRIPTION

FOOD SERVICE HELPER

Job Summary: 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. Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.


Job Duties:
(All need not be performed in a given position. Other related activities may be performed although not listed.)

1. Prepares ingredients for salads, sandwiches, and cold plates in a timely manner, as per that cafeteria's serving schedule and/or Manager requires.
2. Portions and garnishes all desserts, salads, and fruits for serving in a timely manner, as per that cafeteria's serving schedule and/or Manager requires.
3. Trims, washes and prepares vegetables in a timely manner, as per that cafeteria's serving schedule and/or Manager requires.
4. Sets up serving lines with condiments, hot and cold foods, and table services. Must be able to lift and carry (up to 30 pounds) steam pans of food from the warming oven or kitchen to the steam table serving line
5. Serves food from steam table or food line in cafeteria-style operation. Must be able to work quickly to get all students through the line rapidly, as per that cafeteria's Manager requires.
6. Washes and sanitizes all pots, pans, and utensils. Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds, as many pots and pans are very heavy.
7. Must be able to bend down, pick up and carry cases of product (up to 30 pounds) to required location.
8. Cleans and dries silver, china, and glassware;
9. Fills sugar bowls, salt and pepper shakers, and napkin holders, and holders for utensils and straws;
10. Cleans dining tables of dirty dishes and trays in the absence of lunchroom aides;
11. Washes and sanitizes dining room tables, chairs, and trays in the absence of lunchroom aides.
12. Operates kitchen appliances and equipment.
13. Advises students of well-balanced meals. Must understand all USDA Regulations for the HHFKA, and must be able to vocalize this if asked by your cafeteria Manager.
14. Cleans kitchen and dining room area.
15. Serves as cashier on student faculty food service line.

Per Civil Service - Food Service Helper:

Full performance knowledge, 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.


Minimum qualifications: 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.

Civil Service revision: February 19, 1987
Internal revision: May 2016