Cafeteria Worker; Temporary

Cafeteria Worker (Temporary) – Diocese of Harrisburg

Part‑time, from asap to March 2026.

City & State:
Columbia, PA

School:
Our Lady of the Angels School

Payroll Grade: 10 | FLSA Status:
Non‑Exempt

The Cafeteria Worker prepares, cooks, and provides nutritious and appealing meals to students, teachers, other school personnel, and visitors.

• Observes and promotes safe work practices and procedures.
• Prepares food according to standardized recipes and established food preparation procedures.
• Plans food production for the following days by preparing the designated food items ahead of time.
• Plans and implements an acceptable placement of steam‑table pans on the cafeteria line prior to serving time.
• Transfers supplies and equipment between storage, work, serving, and cleaning areas in an appropriate manner.
• Stores food in designated areas, utilizing knowledge of temperature requirements and food spoilage guidelines.
• Stores food in refrigerators after covering, labeling, and dating; properly discards outdated food items.
• Courteously serves food with accuracy and speed while adhering to portion control, safety, and appearance standards.
• Maintains kitchen work areas, equipment, and utensils in clean and orderly condition.
• Sweeps and mops floors.
• Washes tables, walls, and equipment as directed.
• Washes pots and pans according to established procedures.
• Scrapes food from dirty dishes and washes them in the dishwasher following established procedures.
• Inspects cleaned dishes for cleanliness, chips, cracks, etc., and stores them in the appropriate location.
• Accepts payment for food, using a cash register or other means as directed by the cafeteria manager.
• Follows trash separation and proper disposal procedures.
• Reports needed supplies and equipment malfunctions to the cafeteria manager.
• Follows established sanitary techniques while preparing and serving food and while handling clean utensils.
• Attends in‑service training sessions to develop and improve knowledge and skills.
• Performs job activities in a timely and efficient manner and displays a willingness to work beyond the contract work time as the infrequent need arises.
• Recommends changes and improvements regarding his/her job; accepts changes readily.
• Adheres to uniform and personal hygiene requirements.
• Prepares and serves banquet and special‑function meals as required.
• Complies with and supports school and diocesan regulations and policies.
• Maintains proper boundaries with students at all times, assuring respect for the ethical and legal duties in the staff‑student relationship and the essential duty to serve as a role model.
• Provides a good role model in appearance, demeanor, dress, and behavior for the students served.
• Models non‑discriminatory practices in all activities.
• Performs related duties as assigned by the Manager in accordance with school/diocesan policies and practices.

Must be able to follow oral and written directions and have the ability to get along well with others. Requires knowledge of all Serv‑Safe regulations and of health safety regulations in food service. The person in this position needs to be able to seek new recipes and food selections that comply with the Nutrition guidelines of the state and Federal Government.

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of high school preferred. Experience and proficiency in quantity food service functions are preferred.

Work is performed walking or standing, with continuous standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, grasping, kneeling, and lifting objects up to approximately 45 pounds. The ability to tolerate temperature variances common to food service facilities is required. Vocal communication, hearing, and visual acuity are required for effective operation and safety. Food service workers are in daily contact with teachers, students, administration, the general public, and other personnel.

The ability to prioritize work activity, handle complaints, express a service‑oriented attitude, communicate effectively, and work with limited supervision is required.