Floating Food Prep Worker

Position Details

• Position Type:
  School Nutrition
• Date Posted: 2/18/2026
• Location:
  
  Hopkins Public Schools

At Hopkins Public Schools, we believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our students, staff, and community. We are a proudly inclusive E-12 district serving approximately 7,200 students across the City of Hopkins and surrounding communities. Our district represents a rich mosaic of cultures, backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences; we value and celebrate that diversity in everything we do.

As an academically rigorous and human‑centered district, we are committed to fostering a welcoming environment where every student and staff member feels seen, heard, and valued. There is no "typical" Hopkins student, and we embrace this truth as a catalyst for innovation, growth, and equity in learning.

We seek educators and staff who are equity‑minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive.

We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens. When you join Hopkins Public Schools, you are not just joining a district, you are becoming part of a community that honors difference, nurtures potential, and inspires remarkable achievement in every learner, from birth through graduation.

You are welcome  belong at Hopkins.

• Prepare simple recipes
• Peel and cut fresh fruits and vegetables
• Slice meats & craft sandwiches
• Restock serving lines during busy meal periods
• Prepare fresh condiments & dressings
• Knowledge of safety and sanitation practices for food preparation, distribution and storage
• Serve school‑aged children nourishing meals made from scratch
• Wash dishes and other food service tasks
• Assist with special diet accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Work experience in school food service or related food service operation desired.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail required.

• Driver's License.
• Food Safety and Sanitation Certification preferred.

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed in a commercial food service and kitchen work environment; moderate physical requirements, with risk of burns and cuts; frequent lifting, carrying, and moving up to 40‑pound containers of food preparation materials and equipment; may require working in a walk‑in freezer.

Work is performed in a commercial food service and kitchen work environment.

Class 2, Step‑1: $21.03 per hour.

5 hours per day.

Position specific Benefits information is available: HERE

Union Contracts, Position Handbook/Agreements are located: HERE