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Substitute Food Service Employee

Marion Independent School District
Marion, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/2/2026
Job Title: Substitute Food Service Employee

Reports to: Food Service Director

Basic Function: To assist the Director and/or Manager in dietary settings.

Essential Functions

  • Assist in preparing, and serving the daily menu.
  • Assist in daily cleaning of all kitchen equipment, washing and sterilizing of dishes, silverware, utensils and cleaning of serving areas.
  • Must maintain confidentiality within the food service program.
  • Must pocess strong basic math skills.
  • Maintain a positive rapport with all staff, students, parents, and community.
  • Dress in appropriate attire as required by the Director.
  • Demonstrate organization and professionalism in your responsibilities.
  • Maintain a positive rapport with all staff, students, parents and community.
  • Be flexible.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Specifications/Qualifications

  • Education & Experience: High School Diploma
  • Background Check

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle and/or feel objects, tools or controls; talk and hear. The employee frequently must squat, stoop or kneel, reach above the head and forward. The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp items. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this job. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as tables and carts. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment can vary based on activities taking place. The position requires the commitment of professional working hours. The employee will frequently work in different areas of the cafeteria including retrieving items near the floor, standing, in movement while supervising lunchroom activities, etc. The employee will usually work in indoor temperatures but will work in kitchens/coolers/gyms where temperatures can fluctuate due to seasonal changes.

The statements contained herein describe the scope of responsibility and essential functions of this position, but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts the Board's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time unless restricted by law or a negotiated contract.

The Marion Independent School District is an EEO/AA employer.

Inquiries by employees or applicants for employment regarding compliance with equal employment opportunity and affirmative action laws and policies, including but not limited to complaints of discrimination, will be directed to the Affirmative Action Coordinator by writing to the Affirmative Action Coordinator, Janelle Brouwer, Superintendent, Marion Independent School District, Marion , Iowa 52302; or by telephoning 319-377-4691. Inquiries or complaints regarding sex discrimination may be referred to the District's Equity and Title IX Coordinator, Gretchen Kriegel, Assistant Superintendent, 777 South 15th Street, Marion Iowa, 52302, 3190377-4691, gkriegel@marion-isd.org.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Inquiries by employees or applicants for employment regarding compliance with equal employment opportunity and affirmative action laws and policies, including but not limited to complaints of discrimination, may also be directed in writing to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commissions, Milwaukee Area Office, Reuss Federal Plaza, 310 West Wisconsin Ave., Suite 800, Milwaukee, WI., 53203-2292, (800) 669-4000 or TTY (800) 669-6820. http://www.eeoc.gov/field/milwaukee/index.cfm or the Iowa Civil Rights Commission, 400 E. 14th Street, Des Moines, Iowa, 50319-1004, (515) 281-4121 or 1-800-457-4416, http://www.iowa.gov/government/crc/. This inquiry or complaint to the federal office may be done instead of, or in addition to, an inquiry or complaint at the local level. Further information and copies of the procedures for filing a complaint are available in the school district's central administrative office and the administrative office in each attendance center.

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