Substitute Food Service Worker

NOTICE OF VACANCY July 7, 2025 POSITION : Substitute Food Service Worker LOCATION : To be determined POSITION SUMMARY : Prepares and serves food using proper portions in accordance with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulations. REPORTS TO : Principal, Supervisor of Child Nutrition and Cafeteria Manager or designee EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND EXPERIENCE: At the time of application, the candidate must hold or be eligible for: High school diploma, possession of a general education development (GED) certificate or Maryland high school certificate of attendance preferred. ServSafe Certification preferred KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS : (These are pre-employment knowledge, abilities and skills that apply to the Essential Job Functions.) At the time of application, the candidate must have: Ability to perform basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division) Knowledge of food services and sanitation procedures Knowledge of computerized point of sale and/or cash handling experience Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a variety of age groups (Pre-K through Grade 12) Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Calvert County Public Schools may find appropriate and acceptable Demonstrated success in accomplishing tasks akin to those responsibilities listed below ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILTIES AND DUTIES : Prepares and serves food using proper portions in accordance with district, state and USDA regulations Works rapidly and efficiently in performing tasks Works effectively with school personnel and students Operates and cleans all kitchen equipment established in the cafeteria Applies and maintains high standards of sanitation and personal hygiene Accepts money and operates a point of sale computer system during serving time Stores food and supplies in accordance with instructions and assists in taking inventories Ensures that all activities conform to district guidelines Maintains proper food safety in compliance with local health department regulations Attends staff development training Assists in all areas of the school food service program as directed Thinks, concentrates, and interacts positively with others Comes to work regularly and promptly Works under stress and meets all deadlines OTHER JOB DUTIES : (Duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive nor limit duties that might reasonably be assigned.) Performs related work as required or assigned by the principal, supervisor of Child Nutrition, cafeteria manager or designee PHYSICAL DEMANDS : Exerts moderate physical effort, including lifting and carrying food items and objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds Stands and walks on hard flooring for long periods of time Works around a wide range of temperatures Works with chemical cleaning agents UNUSUAL DEMANDS : May be subject to a flexible work schedule TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : Temporary Substitute assignment. Hours reimbursed at current substitute food service pay rate. All employees are encouraged to have automatic payroll deposit. APPLICATION PROCEDURE : This posting will remain open until filled Applicants, please apply through the Applicant Tracking system located on the Calvert County Public Schools' website - References must be directly related to educational experience and must include immediate supervisor. State law requires that anyone hired after October 1, 1986, who will have contact with school children, must be fingerprinted and submit to a criminal background investigation. Federal law requires that a new employee must complete the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9) in person before beginning employment. Employment is conditional upon successful completion of a drug screen. Current employees of the Calvert County Public Schools are exempt from these requirements. House Bill 486 - Child Sexual Abuse and Sexual Misconduct Prevention Statement Pursuant to Section 6-113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland - House Bill 486 - Child Sexual Abuse and Sexual Misconduct Prevention all applicants are required to report all former employers in which you may have had direct contact with minors. The applicant must submit the contact information of the current employer, all former school employers, and all former employers not school related. Applicants should also include contact information for organizations in which you have volunteered, coached, mentor, tutored or otherwise had direct contact with minors. Nondiscrimination Statement Calvert County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry or national origin, familial status, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth programs. 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The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director of Student Services Director of Human Resources View phone number on click.appcast.io For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Assessment System at: or call View phone number on click.appcast.io. Anti-sexual, Anti-racial and Anti-disability Harassment Statement Discrimination can manifest itself in behaviors such as bullying, harassment, or intimidation of individuals. Calvert County Public Schools does not tolerate any form of harassment including, but not limited to, sexual, racial, or disability. Any individual (student, employee, or community member) who believes that they have been subjected to any form of harassment is encouraged to report the allegation of harassment. Students, parents, and community members may report allegations of harassment to: Ms. Cecelia Lewis, Director of Student Services, Calvert County Public Schools, 1305 Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 Employees may report allegations of harassment to: Mr. Zachary Seawell, Director of Human Resources, Calvert County Public Schools, 1305 Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 Calvert County Public Schools is committed to conducting a prompt investigation for any allegation of harassment. If harassment has occurred, the individual will be disciplined promptly. Disciplinary actions for students found to have engaged in any form of harassment may result in suspension or expulsion. Disciplinary actions for employees found to have engaged in any form of harassment may result in suspension or termination. Calvert County Public Schools encourages all students, parents, employees, and community members to work together to prevent any form of harassment. For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Assessment System at: or call View phone number on click.appcast.io. Calvert County Public Schools Antiracism Statement Calvert County Public Schools (CCPS) explicitly denounces racism, bullying, discrimination, white supremacy, hate, and racial inequity in any form within our school community. Furthermore, CCPS will not tolerate the values, structures, and behaviors that perpetuate systemic racism. Each member of the district, individually and collectively, is responsible for creating and nurturing a safe, antiracist learning environment where each student, staff member, and community partner is a respected and valued member of the CCPS community.