About this opportunity

Burris Laboratory Schools invites you to make a difference in our school by preparing and serving meals to our students and providing supervision by maintaining a safe, clean cafeteria environment during meal periods.

Position Description

The Cafeteria Aide supports the daily operation of the school meal program by preparing and serving meals, maintaining a safe and clean cafeteria environment, supervising students during meal periods, and ensuring accurate meal accountability.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare the cafeteria, serving line, and food items prior to meal service while following established food safety, sanitation, and serving procedures.
• Serve meals to students, maintain a clean and organized dining environment, and assist with student supervision during meal periods.
• Accurately document meals served, track unpaid meals for reimbursement purposes, and maintain strict confidentiality regarding student free and reduced meal eligibility status.
• Clean and sanitize food service areas and equipment following meal service and assist with preparing meals for field trips and special events.
• Monitor inventory, communicate supply needs to the meal vendor representative, and support the daily operation of the school meal program.
• Follow all school policies and procedures and perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with students, staff, and families.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in recordkeeping.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform light lifting associated with food service operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices preferred.