Substitute Kitchen Helper

Lunchtime SolutionsMadison, WI
Onsite

About The Position

Lunchtime Solutions is seeking a dependable, team-focused Substitute Kitchen Helper to support our school food service program on an as-needed basis. In this role, you'll step in when regular team members are absent, helping keep meal service running smoothly by assisting with food preparation, serving students, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen. This is a flexible role that's perfect for someone who enjoys variety, working with different teams, and making a positive impact on students' day.

Requirements

  • Flexibility and willingness to work on an as-needed basis at various school locations.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
  • Ability to follow recipes, measure ingredients, and convert quantities for large batches.
  • Dependability, integrity, and a commitment to excellent customer service.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform frequent standing, bending, twisting, and other physical tasks.

Responsibilities

  • Fill in at school kitchens when team members are out, helping ensure meal service continues without interruption.
  • Help prep and serve menu items, keep your station stocked, and follow serving-size and special-diet guidelines.
  • Follow simple recipes like fruit and veggie bars or baked goods while keeping kitchen, storage areas, and equipment clean and organized using FIFO.
  • Follow food-safety steps, complete basic logs, assist with production records and help maintain a safe workspace.
  • Communicate supply needs, feedback, and updates to your team and supervisors.
  • Stock and serve items during meal service and help with prep lists and freezer pulls.
  • Adapt to different school locations, teams, and kitchen environments as needed.
  • Jump in where needed from helping teammates, training new team members and assisting when someone is out.

Benefits

  • Flexible, as-needed work that fits your availability.
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid time off
  • Free, delicious meal every shift.
  • Monday–Friday daytime schedule
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