(Avondale) Food Service Worker - Part-Time (November Start)

Sun Valley Academy•Avondale, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Worker supports students during lunch periods and helps maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment. Working closely with school staff, this position supervises students, assists with meal routines, and helps ensure students follow appropriate expectations and behaviors. Duties include checking students against lunch rosters, assisting younger students with food and drink containers, monitoring students throughout meal periods, and maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the multipurpose room. This is a part-time, non-exempt position in Avondale, with hours of 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. The listed salary is $17.00 per hour. The posting identifies a November start but does not provide a specific start date. Sun Valley Academy is a charter school district serving the Avondale, Glendale, and South Mountain communities. It describes its approach as educating the whole child through academics, leadership development, community involvement, extracurricular activities, and a nurturing environment. The academy is a Leader in Me School and states that it promotes diversity and inclusion, builds community partnerships, and seeks sustainable practices.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
One year of experience working with children.
Possess or be able to obtain a Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Ability to work in a timely and efficient manner.
Ability to relate to students, staff, and the public in a positive and professional manner.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to stoop, kneel, and crouch.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
Ability to perform the physical duties associated with maintaining a clean and safe lunch environment.

Responsibilities

Supervise students during lunch periods and ensure proper behavior.
Check students' names against assigned lunch rosters.
Assist lower-grade students with opening food and drink containers.
Monitor students and help maintain a safe and orderly lunch environment.
Wipe and clean tables throughout lunch periods.
Sweep and mop the multipurpose room as needed.
Collect and dispose of waste to maintain a clean and sanitary environment.
Help maintain the cleanliness and organization of the multipurpose room.
Assist school staff with student supervision and lunch-related routines.
Lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds as needed.
Perform carrying, pushing, and pulling activities as required.
Follow school policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
Work cooperatively with students, teachers, staff, and other school personnel.
Maintain a positive, caring, and professional attitude when interacting with students.