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Food Service General Worker-Cedar Heights Elementary

Cedar Falls Comm School District · Cedar Falls, IA

Posted Oct 15, 2026 · Apply by Jan 1, 2027

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Job description

Are you looking for a rewarding job that wraps up before the afternoon rush? Do you want to be the best part of a child’s school day? We are looking for an energetic Food Service Worker to join our school kitchen crew!

If you love working in a fast-paced environment, bringing great energy to a team, and keeping our young learners happy and healthy, this is the job for you!

What You’ll Be Doing (The Fun Stuff!):

Master of the Lunchline: Help set up serving stations, dish out nutritious meals, and keep the food flowing smoothly to our hungry students.

Kitchen Hero: Assist with preparing tasty meals using standardized recipes, testing new products, and accommodating special dietary needs.

Flavor & Quality Inspector: Use your senses (sight, taste, and smell!) to make sure every dish hits the mark before it hits the tray.

Team Player Extraordinaire: Keep things sparkling clean, organize freezers/pantries, manage supplies, and step up to support all areas of the kitchen.

On-the-Move Logistics: Help pack and deliver meals/supplies to satellite schools when needed (honk honk!).

What We Offer:

Great Hours: Part-time shift available ( 5 hours )—perfect for balancing life, family, or other commitments!

A Heartwarming Impact: Be a bright spot in a student’s school day!

What You Bring to the Table:

A Friendly Attitude: Excellent customer service skills and a welcoming personality.

Fast & Focused: Ability to work efficiently, accurately, and at a brisk pace during mealtime rushes.

Kitchen & Math Savvy: Working knowledge of food prep, basic math/measuring conversions, and safety/health guidelines.

Communication Skills: Great written and spoken language skills, with the ability to follow directions easily.

Tech Basics: Basic computer skills.

Job Requirements & Certifications:

ServSafe Certification: Must pass the summer after initial hiring.

Driver’s License: Valid driver's license with good driving safety habits.

Physical Stamina: Ability to stand/walk throughout your shift and lift up to 25 lbs frequently (and up to 50 lbs occasionally).

Pre-Employment Steps: Must pass a post-offer physical, drug screening and maintain a clean body/clothing uniform.

High School Diploma or GED

Ready to Serve Up Something Great?

Apply today and help us nourish the leaders of tomorrow—one tray at a time!

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