Part-Time Junior Operations Associate

The International Leadership Charter High School is a high performing College-Preparatory high school dedicated to providing an exceptional secondary school education to first and second-generation students to graduate college ready. Our charter school implements an academically rigorous Regents and college-preparatory curriculum that elevates students’ intellectual capacity and provides a superior high school education. Our Charter High school is in the Top 1% of all High Schools in NYS, ranking among Best High Schools nationally and recipient of Bronze Award from U.S. News & World Report from 2013 through 2025.

Position Summary

The Part-time Junior Operations Associate plays a critical role in supporting the daily lunch operations to ensure a safe, orderly, and positive dining experience for students. The Part-time Junior Operations Associate prepares meals, supervises students during meal periods, reinforces school expectations, maintains cleanliness in the cafeteria/pantry, and assists with operational needs related to food service.

Job Responsibilities:

· Sets-up assigned station with appropriate items before meal service; checks for cleanliness before starting preparation of food.

· Assembles prepared food on trays for scholars according to menu.

· Preparing and heating food following DOH protocols.

· Serves food at proper temperatures utilizing appropriate kitchen equipment.

· Cleans kitchen, dining areas and pantry.

· Washes, sanitizes and/or sterilizes dishes, working areas/surfaces, utensils and equipment.

· Collects, transports and/or disposes of garbage and trash in designated containers; runs appropriate items through a sink utilizing appropriate cleaning and sanitizing agent(s).

· Maintaining compliance with sanitation guidelines.

· Update menu board daily with breakfast and lunch being provided for the day.

· Keep meal count by using a clicker for every meal a scholar has for compliance purposes.

· Supervise students during assigned lunch periods to ensure safety and appropriate behavior.

· Enforce school rules, expectations, and cafeteria procedures consistently and respectfully.

· Monitor student movement to and from the cafeteria, hallways, and designated lunch areas.

· Address minor behavioral concerns and report ongoing or serious issues to school administration.

· Assist with organizing student entries and exit to ensure efficient lunch flow.

· Help maintain orderly lunch lines and seating arrangements.

· Encourage students to clean up after themselves and dispose of trash properly.

· Report spills, hazards, or maintenance issues promptly to Operations Team.

· Serve as a positive role model for students by demonstrating professionalism and respect.

· Build positive relationships with students while maintaining appropriate boundaries.

· Support the overall mission and culture of the school.

· Ability to work effectively with students, families, school administrators, teachers and staff.

Qualifications:

Required:

· High School Diploma or equivalent.

· Ability to work effectively with adolescents in a school setting.

· Ability to stand and move for extended periods.

· Reliable, punctual, and professional demeanor.

Preferred:

· Prior experience working in a charter school or cafeteria role.

· Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Works Hours: 9:30AM – 3:00PM (Part-time)

Salary: $40,000