What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Food Service position at DISTRICT WIDE?
Date Posted: 4/08/2026
Hours per Day: 7 hours
Days per Week: 5 days
Days per Year: Not to exceed 50 days
Closing Date and Time: Open Until Filled
This year, we are launching an expanded Summer Food Program featuring non-congregate feeding at three locations across the District: Hidden Valley High, Illinois Valley High, and North Valley High Schools. Each location will distribute 7-day meal boxes once per week on Wednesdays, replacing the previous two-pickup model. The pickup window will also be expanded to 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM to better support family schedules and increase participation.
Each location will be staffed with a minimum of four positions working seven hours per day, five days per week. Up to 20 positions are available depending on program demand. Service will run from June 5th through August 14th, 2026, for a maximum of 50 days. Some applicants may be hired as substitute staff to fill in as needed.
Existing Food Service staff will be compensated at their regular rate. District employees participating in the program will retain their step placement and be paid at the FS II rate. New employees will be placed at the FS II, Step 1 rate. Any Food Service employees assigned to Kitchen Manager roles for the summer program will be compensated accordingly based on that assignment.
BILINGUAL AND BILITERATE CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
JOB SUMMARY
Works with Food Service team members preparing nutritious and attractive meals for students and staff while maintaining a clean kitchen and cafeteria and observing all Health Department regulations to create a safe and healthy work environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential duties of this position include the following. Employees in this position perform some or all of the following tasks. Other related duties may be assigned.
- Follows and maintains knowledge of applicable District policy(ies) and procedures.
- Assists in the preparation of school meals, to include participating in the planning, cutting, cooking and preparation of food items.
- Assists in set up of serving lines and serving of food.
- Measures accurate food temperatures.
- Maintains a safe and clean work area.
- Reacts to changes in food production and handles other tasks as assigned.
- Washes dishes and operates automatic kitchen equipment maintaining sanitary specifications.
- Accurately sets-up and stores equipment used to serve food.
- Shuts off, breaks down, and sanitizes designated areas and items.
- Rotates and stocks food on delivery days.
- Knows and follows all safety and sanitary rules and regulations related to food handling.
- Maintains a high standard of personal cleanliness and good grooming as per sanitation code and District policy.
- Maintain records as required electronically and in printed format.
- Assists in the maintenance of quality and portion control of food served.
- Maintains appropriate certifications and training hours as required.
- Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with students, staff, administrators, and parents and resolves conflict in a professional manner.
- Communicates clearly with coworkers and other staff.
- Dress professionally for the position.
- Attends work daily as assigned and is punctual.
- Adheres to daily schedule.
Requirements:
Complete the online application, if you need help please contact us at 541-862-3111
Food Handlers Card required click here to take you to that website (successful applicants will be reimbursed for the $10 card fee)
CONTACT:
Human Resource Department
Three Rivers School District
P O Box 160
Murphy, OR 97533
541-862-3111 Ext. 5249
Three Rivers School District is an equal opportunity employer and educator. Three Rivers School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, disability, or age in any educational programs, activities or employment. Three Rivers School District will provide reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process upon request and in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Persons having questions about equal opportunity and nondiscrimination should contact the Human Resources Office at the Three Rivers District Office at 541-862-3111.
Title IX Coordinator: Casey Alderson, 541-862-3111, 8550 New Hope Rd.