What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Service Assistant - Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program position at Southwest Allen County Schools?
Terms of Employment
This position is for the 2026-2027 school year and grant funded on an annual basis. If funding is not renewed the following year, there is a possibility to move to a regular position based on district needs and staffing at that time.
This position is 4 hours/day.
Purpose
Follows specific instructions and procedures to complete assigned duties with the primary objective of preparation and service of nutritional school meals as well as duties related to the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Grant Program. Each employee is part of our team with the common goal of serving our students delicious and nutritious school meals per the USDA regulations set forth. Meal programs must be served within the proper time limits. Duties can include, but will not be limited to: Operation of commercial dishwasher, training on and compliance in the use of cleaning chemicals, other necessary cleaning duties of the kitchen area, properly complete meal service on a cash register, putting away and organizing inventory, as well as additional duties assigned by the cafeteria manager.
Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to safely operate school food service equipment in area of responsibility. Good oral and interpersonal communication skills. Must be able to get along with others in a team situation. Previous experience in a restaurant or cafeteria setting is desirable.
This position is for the 2026-2027 school year and grant funded on an annual basis. If funding is not renewed the following year, there is a possibility to move to a regular position based on district needs and staffing at that time.
This position is 4 hours/day.
Purpose
Follows specific instructions and procedures to complete assigned duties with the primary objective of preparation and service of nutritional school meals as well as duties related to the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Grant Program. Each employee is part of our team with the common goal of serving our students delicious and nutritious school meals per the USDA regulations set forth. Meal programs must be served within the proper time limits. Duties can include, but will not be limited to: Operation of commercial dishwasher, training on and compliance in the use of cleaning chemicals, other necessary cleaning duties of the kitchen area, properly complete meal service on a cash register, putting away and organizing inventory, as well as additional duties assigned by the cafeteria manager.
Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to safely operate school food service equipment in area of responsibility. Good oral and interpersonal communication skills. Must be able to get along with others in a team situation. Previous experience in a restaurant or cafeteria setting is desirable.