Food Preparation Worker 7 hour

About Hopkins Public Schools At Hopkins Public Schools, we believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our students, staff, and community. We are a proudly inclusive E‑12 district serving approximately 7,200 students across the City of Hopkins and surrounding communities. Our district represents a rich mosaic of cultures, backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences; we value and celebrate that diversity in everything we do. As an academically rigorous and human‑centered district, we are committed to fostering a welcoming environment where every student and staff member feels seen, heard, and valued. There is no “typical” Hopkins student, and we embrace this truth as a catalyst for innovation, growth, and equity in learning. We seek educators and staff who are equity‑minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive. You are welcome at Hopkins. You belong at Hopkins. SUMMARY Food Preparation Workers in Hopkins provide top‑notch meals created from high‑quality, fresh ingredients. Days include variety and fast‑paced action related to general food production in a high‑volume kitchen; preparing recipes, serving meals, cashiering and clean up – you also get to build genuine and authentic connections with students. At Hopkins, we believe introducing children to a variety of foods early in life will broaden their taste palettes, allowing them to develop a healthier diet. The Food Preparation Worker will assist with the receiving, storage, preparation and serving of all foods on our menus, which include a wide variety of meats, nuts, legumes; a wide variety of fresh fruits & vegetables; breads & grains, and dairy products. Be a part of a team that coaches kids to be adventurous & curious eaters! ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Prepare simple recipes Peel and cut fresh fruits and vegetables Prepare fresh condiments & dressings Knowledge of safety and sanitation practices for food preparation, distribution and storage Serve school‑aged children nourishing meals made from scratch Wash dishes and other food‑service tasks Assist with special diet accommodations QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent. Work experience in school food‑service or related food‑service operation desired. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail required. REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS Driver’s License. Food Safety and Sanitation Certification (preferred). PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Work is performed in a commercial food‑service and kitchen work environment; moderate physical requirements, with risk of burns and cuts; frequent lifting, carrying, and moving up to 40‑pound containers of food preparation materials and equipment; may require working in a walk‑in freezer. WORKING ENVIRONMENT Work is performed in a commercial food‑service and kitchen work environment. HOURS & COMPENSATION Class 2, Step‑1: $21.03 per hour. 7 hours/day, 35 hours/week position, for 166 days total. Position specific Benefits information is available HERE Union Contracts, Position Handbook/Agreements are located HERE #J-18808-Ljbffr Hopkins-Public-Schools