Food server lead

South Umpqua School District is seeking a dedicated and organized Food Server Lead to join our team. This position plays a vital role in ensuring that students receive nutritious meals in a safe, clean, and welcoming environment. The Food Server Lead is responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, maintaining sanitation standards, supporting staff, and ensuring meals are served efficiently.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Knowledge of food service and commercial cooking equipment.

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

• Current Food Handler’s Certificate.

• Computer skills required (including use of meal tracking systems and basic email communication).

Essential Responsibilities:

• Lead kitchen operations to ensure meals are prepared and served on time.

• Maintain sanitation standards and oversee cleaning of dishes, equipment, and kitchen areas.

• Place food and supply orders as directed; maintain accurate inventory.

• Assemble, portion, and serve meals to students and staff.

• Maintain accurate records of food production and meals served.

• Assist students with using the Mealtime system as needed.

• Cooperate with custodial, maintenance, and other staff to ensure cafeteria readiness.

• Follow district safety, health, and confidentiality procedures.

• Train and support kitchen staff as needed.

Working Conditions:

• Indoor school kitchen environment with exposure to heat, cold, moving equipment, and sharp tools.

• Requires frequent standing, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

About the Role:

The Food Server Lead position differs from the Food Server role in that it carries additional responsibility for kitchen management, ensuring readiness for meal service, and maintaining accurate records.

Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit an application through the South Umpqua School District employment portal [or insert specific application instructions].

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Assignment is 6 hours per day / 5 days per week/10-month employee

Salary Range: $15.94-$22.96 Depending on experience

This is a  benefited position. Benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; employer-paid PERS.

For more information contact Tabitha Roberts, 541.863.3115 ext.56008 or tabitha.roberts@susd.k12.or.us

The district will only contact you if you are selected for an interview. 

      South Umpqua School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, parental or marital status, age, veterans’ status or genetic information. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADA)

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