Food Service Worker I

An opportunity to Inspire, Challenge, and Empower!

Posting Information: We are currently hiring a Food Service Worker I to join our Food Service team as soon as possible. Please apply by November 6th, 2026 for best consideration.

Interview Process: Applicants are encouraged to apply by the deadline provided above. If selected for an interview, you will be invited to complete an Asynchronous Virtual Interview. Candidates chosen for a second round interview will participate in an in-person interviews at a date to be determined.

Schedule: 3.25 hours per day; M-F; 190 days per year (inclusive of 10 paid holidays)

Location: Multiple Locations (Shelton High School & South Side Elementary).

Salary: $20.50 - $23.41 per hour, depending on experience. The listed salary range is based on the 2026-2027 school year.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (overtime eligible)

Benefits:

12 sick leave days; 10 paid holidays; 6 personal leave days (to be deducted from sick leave); 5 bereavement leave days; leave will be prorated based on the remaining days within the school year based on start date; other fringe benefits as allowed under under School Board Policies and Procedures and the Educational Support Personnel Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Overview:

Under the direction of the Director of Food Services, this position performs routine work in setting-up, preparing and serving food, and clean-up activities while maintaining sanitary conditions.

Requirements:

• Possession of a current State of Washington Department of Health Food Handler's Certificate or ability to obtain one.
• Prior school food service experience preferred (not required).
• Ability to pass a Federal criminal background check.
• Ability to transport food containers (with assistance) weighing up to 100 pounds.
• Possession of excellent communication skills including active listening and two-way communication.
• Ability and willingness to learn and implement new strategies and techniques.
• Ability and willingness to maintain an upbeat, positive, and collaborative demeanor.
• Ability and willingness to maintain confidentiality and tact in all aspects of employment.
• Ability and willingness to incorporate lightheartedness and humor into the workplace.
• Ability and willingness to make independent decisions as well as work collaboratively with other staff.
• Ability and willingness to admit faults and learn from mistakes.
• Ability and willingness to apply policies, procedures, statutes, and regulations accurately.
• Ability and willingness to effectively and efficiently perform work in a fast paced environment with competing demands through organization, attention to detail, and prioritization.
• Ability and willingness to work with diverse students, staff, and families.
• Ability and willingness to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.

Essential Functions:

• Prepares and serves meals, helps unload van, keeps appropriate food either hot or cold, and sets up serving lines.
• Cleans utensils, equipment and the areas used for storage, food preparation, and serving.
• Stores and disposes of unused food and gets food ready for transport.
• Transports food containers of varying weights and sizes.
• Orders supplies and goods necessary for serving meals and provides inventories to main kitchen when appropriate.
• Maintains appropriate refrigerator and freezer temperatures.
• Manages daily participation counts and amounts of food used.
• Attends trainings and meetings as appropriate or directed.
• Develops and maintains positive, professional relationships with staff and students.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Nondiscrimination Notice: Shelton School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, age, or honorably discharged veteran or military status and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Questions and complaints of alleged discrimination may be directed to the District's Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, Section 504/ADA Coordinator, or Title IX Coordinator at twhiting@sheltonschools.org.