School Site Assistant - Lyman Gilmore Middle School; Part Time

School Site Assistant - Lyman Gilmore Middle School (Part Time)

This part‑time role supports daily meal service, food preparation, and customer service at the Lyman Gilmore Middle School. Under the direction of the Director of Food Services, the assistant assists with meal counting, POS transactions, cash handling, and ensures food safety and sanitation standards are maintained.

The School Site Assistant collaborates closely with the School Site Lead and school personnel to ensure efficient meal service and a positive dining experience for students.

• Meal Service & Food Preparation
  • Assist in preparing and serving meals according to standardized recipes and portion control guidelines.
  • Ensure food is presented attractively and meets quality and safety standards.
  • Set up and break down service lines efficiently.
• Customer Service & Student Support
  • Provide excellent customer service, ensuring professionalism and kindness when assisting students and staff.
  • Accommodate students with allergies and special dietary needs in coordination with the School Site Lead.
  • Help maintain a welcoming and organized food service environment.
• Meal Counting & Financial Transactions
  • Accurately count and record meals for reimbursement purposes.
  • Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system, processing transactions and handling cash responsibly.
  • Assist with end-of‑day financial reconciliation and reporting.
• Kitchen Cleaning & Food Safety
  • Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and food storage areas.
  • Follow all food safety and sanitation protocols, including temperature logs and proper food handling procedures.
  • Assist with dishwashing, sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing surfaces.
• Collaboration & Inventory Support
  • Work closely with the School Site Lead and school personnel to ensure smooth meal service operations.
  • Assist in receiving, verifying, and storing food deliveries and supplies.
  • Help track inventory usage and report shortages to the School Site Lead.
• Additional Responsibilities
  • Attend and participate in meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
  • Follow all district and Community Roots policies and procedures related to food service.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in food service, preferably in a school or institutional setting, is preferred.
• Experience with POS systems and cash handling is preferred.

• Strong understanding of food safety regulations and sanitation practices.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to operate a POS system and manage financial transactions accurately.
• Ability to take work direction and collaborate effectively with team members.

• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting in a kitchen environment.
• Exposure to varying temperatures, including kitchen heat and refrigerated storage areas.

• Valid California Food Handler's Certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment).
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Criminal justice fingerprint and background clearance.
• Valid Tuberculosis (TB) clearance.

Non‑Exempt

$18.00/hr – $24.00/hr

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