2026-27 Food Service Kitchen Helper FS3 – 6 hr/day

Waverly Community Schools•Lansing, MI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Floater shall be trained in all areas of food service operations. Under the direction of the Food Services Director, this position may be assigned to fill daily absences or job vacancies and may be required to assist in the daily management and operations of the department.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Working knowledge of Federal School Lunch Program and local health department regulations
Must possess a Michigan driver’s license and have reliable transportation to travel to all school buildings as assigned.
Willingness to obtain required training for Food Service programs including allergy training.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community.
Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication.
Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
Ability to demonstrate the character traits of respect, responsibility, honesty, and caring when interacting with staff, students, and community members.

Nice To Haves

Experience in ordering and distributing stock
Experience in record keeping and money handling
Good phone, interpersonal and communication skills
Willingness to assume responsibility
Knowledge of proper channels of communication
A good knowledge of health, safety and sanitation regulations
A knowledge of requirements of Federal School Lunch Programs
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and written
Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and policies

Responsibilities

Take and enforce necessary steps to comply with health, safety and sanitation regulations for adequate protection of cafeteria staff and customers.
Supervise the production of meals served
Maintain a healthy, positive environment for our students and staff.
Supervision of students while in cafeteria and serving lines
Supervise students outside and inside while maintaining their safety
Assist other team members as needed by creating a positive and friendly environment.
Willing to help in all areas as needed
Responsible for doing dishes, washing tables and chairs while keeping a clean and sanitary environment
Willing to help serve customers in a pleasant and welcoming environment
Assist in making sure students/staff with special requirements needs are fulfilled
Communicating in a clear pleasant manner with coworkers
Other duties as assigned