Chehalis-Food Service Helper (CMS) 2026/27

Chehalis School District•Chehalis, WA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

This posting is for a 4.25 hour Food Service Helper at Chehalis Middle School for the 2026-27 school year. The job of Food Service Helper is to serve students attractive and nutritious meals in an atmosphere of efficiency, cleanliness and warmth.

Requirements

High school diploma/transcript or recognized equivalent (GED)
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background clearance, cost paid by employee
Valid Food Handler’s card
Demonstrated aptitude for successful performance of tasks listed
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to remain standing during entire shift
Ability to manually move, shelve, stack, or raise from floor to table or serving area heavy objects (pots, pans, trays, and food supplies) weighing up to 35 pounds
Skills to perform basic tasks as listed
Perform basic arithmetic calculations
Operate standard kitchen equipment
Use English in verbal and written form to communicate effectively
Problem solve
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions
Meet schedules and deadlines
Read/interpret/apply rules, regulations, policies
Rapidly learn methods and materials used in a variety of situations
Significant physical abilities include reaching/handling, talking/hearing conversations, near/far visual acuity and may include lifting/carrying 35 lbs.

Nice To Haves

In-district applicants, who are current members of the PSE bargaining group, should apply by 3 p.m., August 18, 2026 and will receive first consideration.

Responsibilities

Maintains the highest standards of safety and cleanliness in the kitchen
Maintains all food handling and storage in compliance with state health department guidelines
Prepares food according to a planned menu and determines if the finished product is of best quality, both in flavor and appearance before it is served
Serves breakfast and/or lunches to students or sells ala carte items
Cleans cafeteria area, including the sanitation and wiping down of tables prior to storage
Assists Lead Kitchen Helper as requested
Reports immediately to the food service supervisors any problems or accidents occurring in the kitchen or on the cafeteria premises
Reports to the food service supervisors any faulty or inferior quality food that is received
Assists Lead Kitchen Helper in placing orders with the Food Service Supervisor for products needed to prepare for specific job functions
Performs the daily cleaning of all kitchen equipment, the washing and sterilizing of all dishes, silverware, and utensils
Is responsible for taking cash, lunch cards, or entering student meal account pin numbers into point of sale system
Collects and verifies all moneys taken in during the day, fills out deposit, and locks money into bank bag to be picked up by courier
Validates that each meal claimed for reimbursement qualifies as a reimbursable meal
Is responsible for daily meal and cash report necessary for state reimbursement
Performs other food service related duties as assigned pursuant to the contract
Performs the essential of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
Completes work at assigned workstation(s)
Consistently deals with people in a courteous and professional manner