Food Service Kitchen Helper - Edustaff

id='p17312_46165'>Food Service Kitchen Helper - Edustaff JobID: 17312

Position Type:

Non-Certified Student Support Services/Food Services

Date Posted:

7/17/2026

Location:

Food Service

District:

Lamphere Schools Additional Information: Show/Hide

Lamphere Schools is contracting the services of Edustaff for food service staff.

Position: 10.5-Month School-Year Position (Contracted through EduStaff)

Location: John Page Middle School- Lamphere Schools

Work schedule: 5.5 hour/day Monday- Friday 8:00am-1:30pm

Pay Rate: $15.25/hour

Position Summary

Lamphere Schools is seeking a dependable, energetic Food Service Kitchen Helper to assist with preparing and serving nutritious meals to students and staff. This position supports daily kitchen operations by assisting with food preparation, meal service, cashiering, cleaning, and maintaining a safe and sanitary kitchen environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• ServSafe Certification (or ability to obtain).
• Ability to pass a required physical examination.
• Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation practices.
• Basic computer and cash handling skills.
• Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Essential Duties

• Assist with preparing, portioning, and serving breakfast and lunch.
• Set up, stock, replenish, and clean serving lines and kitchen work areas.
• Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system and assist with cash handling.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and HACCP procedures.
• Take and record required food and equipment temperatures.
• Wash dishes, clean equipment, and maintain a clean and organized kitchen.
• Label, date, and properly store food items.
• Provide excellent customer service to students, staff, and visitors.
• Assist with catering, special events, and other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequently bend, reach, and lift up to 30 pounds.
• Safely operate commercial kitchen equipment.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Position Highlights

• 10.5-month school-year position.
• Monday- Friday schedule.
• No evenings, weekends, or holidays.
• Work follows the Lamphere Schools calendar.
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on students every day.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

This position is contracted through EduStaff. Employment, payroll, and eligibility for any available benefits are administered by EduStaff.

Employment is contingent upon disclosure in accordance with PA-189.

Must demonstrate reliability and punctuality, with a strong record of consistent attendance.

All staff members are expected to maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward one another at all times.

Qualified Applicant Procedure:

Certified Positions click here

Non-Certified Positions click here

Selected candidates will be required to have a district paid fingerprint criminal history check processed through the Michigan State Police and FBI.

It shall be the policy of the district not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, (including sexual orientation and gender identity), marital status, genetic information, disability, age, or any other basis prohibited by law.