What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Cafeteria Monitor position at St. Benedict School?
Job Summary:
The Cafeteria Monitor supervises students during four lunch periods to ensure a safe, clean, and orderly environment. This role involves assisting students with meal needs, enforcing cafeteria rules, cleaning tables and dining areas, and occasionally providing light support to the kitchen staff.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Pick up lunches from Sacred Heart Academy daily.
- Supervise students in the cafeteria during meal times, ensuring safe and appropriate behavior.
- Assist younger students with opening containers, carrying trays, and cleaning up spills.
- Encourage good table manners and support positive social interactions among students.
- Monitor and manage noise levels to maintain a pleasant dining atmosphere.
- Clean and sanitize tables, chairs, and cafeteria areas between lunch periods.
- Assist with setup and breakdown of cafeteria (e.g., arranging tables, putting away supplies).
- Provide limited assistance in the kitchen as needed (e.g., delivering food to serving lines, restocking utensils).
- Respond quickly to incidents such as spills, student illness, or minor accidents, following safety protocols.
- Communicate with school staff regarding student behavior or safety concerns.
- Model respectful and caring interactions with students and staff.
- Begin each lunch with prayer.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Prior experience working with children in a school or childcare setting is a plus.
- Ability to manage and supervise groups of children in a firm, fair, and friendly manner.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds.
- Willingness to perform light cleaning and kitchen tasks.
- Dependable, punctual, and able to follow school policies and procedures.
Work Schedule:
- Part-time, typically 3 hours per school day during lunch periods.
- Follows the school calendar.
Work Environment:
- School cafeteria setting in a Catholic School
- Fast-paced with frequent movement, light cleaning, and student interaction.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16