SUBSTITUTE - School Cafeteria Worker

This posting is for a substute cafeteria worker. Duties in the cafeteria may vary and employment will be on an as needed basis. Hourly Rate 2024-25 SY: $15.50-16.00

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Be able to lift a minimum of 30 lbs.
• Experience in school food service preferred.
• Successful completion of fingerprint based criminal background check (IL State Police and FBI), sex offender and violent youth offender screening, and employment physical.

REPORTS TO: Food Services Director

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs kitchen related tasks as assigned by the food services director. Tasks may include assisting cook, washing tables and/or dishes, and assisting with cafeteria tasks as needed.
• Applies knowledge of the Illinois Administrative Code of Public Health and maintains a high standard of sanitation and safety and ensure all problems are corrected if any.
• Practices a high level of work ethics and excellent communication.
• Reports student discipline issues to the food services director or certified staff member on duty.
• Maintains a good attendance record and communicates absences with the food services director.
• Practices good personal hygiene and follows sanitation and safety procedures as set by the food services director.
• Completes Epi-Pen training provided by the school nurse.
• Maintains regular attendance and punctuality to ensure teamwork and the completion of job duties essential to the daily operation of the school.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the principal/assistant principal and other district office administrators as designated by the superintendent.
• Adheres to a professional code of ethics which includes confidentiality of school related matters and loyalty to the school district.

Note: The above description is illustrative of most tasks and responsibilities. It is not all inclusive of every task or responsibility.