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Part-Time Cafeteria Workers - Multiple Schools (District Wide)

Hanover Public School District
Hanover, PA Part Time
POSTED ON 5/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/14/2026
Cafeteria Workers (Part-Time, Multiple Buildings)

Hanover Public School District | Food and Nutrition Services

2026–2027 School Year

Role Overview

Our school nutrition program is growing, and we are looking for dedicated, energetic Part-Time Cafeteria Workers to join our team for the 2026–2027 school year. As a Food Service Worker, you will play a hands-on part in providing and serving all district students a healthy and nutritious breakfast and lunch while keeping our kitchen and serving areas exceptionally clean and sanitary.

Depending on your assigned building location, these positions offer steady shifts between 4.5 and 5.75 hours per day, Monday through Friday.

Compensation

  • Starting Rate: $14.06/hr
  • The offered rate will be based on experience and internal equity. Candidates with previous cooking and food preparation experience are highly desired!

Why You Will Love This Role (Benefits)

  • The Parent-Friendly Schedule: Work a dependable daytime shift while the kids are in school. There are no nights, no weekends, and no holidays required.
  • Summers Off: Align your calendar perfectly with the school term. Enjoy your summers exactly how you want by recharging for the next school year.
  • Active Work Environment: Skip the gym membership! This role keeps you moving, engaged, and active throughout your entire shift.
  • Meaningful Work: Directly impact the health and happiness of our Nighthawk students by ensuring they have fresh, high-quality, and nutritious meals every day.
  • Part-Time Perks: Benefit from part-time classified employee perks, including:
    • Enrollment in the required PSERS (Public School Employees Retirement System).
    • Earned sick leave that accumulates from year to year.
    • Personal leave to help manage life outside of work.
    • Some Paid holidays in accordance with district policy.
    • Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering short-term support services.
    • Optional participation in voluntary programs like the Section 125 Plan / Aflac Supplemental Insurance and 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Retirement Accounts.
Core Responsibilities

  • Food Preparation: Prepare or assist in the preparation of a variety of nutritious meals using standard recipes to ensure proper flavor, appearance, and temperature.
  • Serving Line Management: Set up the serving line daily with proper food items and correct serving utensils according to national food and nutrition guidelines.
  • Kitchen Sanitation: Clean and sanitize all kitchen surfaces, equipment, preparation tables, and serving lines after each use to prepare for state and USDA inspections.
  • Safety & Compliance: Safely operate all kitchen equipment , complete and pass the ServSafe course every 3 years , and manage leftover food or logs following proper health and safety procedures.
  • Point of Service Operations: Correctly operate the Point of Service (POS) computer system when assigned and handle end-of-day deposit routines.

Physical Requirements & Capabilities

This active role is perfect for someone who prefers to stay on their feet. According to the board-approved physical specifications, you must be able to:

  • Maintain Stamina: Stand or walk ninety percent (90%) of the workday.
  • Manual Handling: Lift and carry supplies or items weighing up to 50 lbs.
  • Full Range of Motion: Bend and twist the body , reach above and below the waist , and use both hands for repetitive motion to pick, feel, and grasp objects.

Position Requirements

  • Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is necessary.
  • Experience: One year of experience in food service operations is preferred, with an understanding of nutrition, sanitation, and food safety.
  • Technical Skills: Basic computer skills, including the ability to operate a computer and use email for communication.
  • Attributes: A cooperative, congenial, and service-oriented temperament.
  • Clearances: Employment is contingent upon providing current Act 34, Act 114, Act 151, and Act 168 forms prior to your start date.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must complete the entire online application for consideration.

The Hanover Public School District is committed to excellence in education by nurturing, challenging, and inspiring all students to achieve their full potential and become productive citizens in a global community.

EOE

Salary : $14

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