Substitute Food Service Worker

Substitute Food Service Worker JobID: 438 Position Type: Food Services/Server / Prep Date Posted: 3/10/2026 Location: Morris Elementary School District #54

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Job Title: Substitute Food Service Worker Job Location: Morris School District 54 2001 DuPont Ave. Morris, IL 60450 Reports to: Food Service Director

Job Description: Morris School District #54 is seeking dedicated and reliable individuals to join our team as Substitute Food Service Worker. In this vital role, youll help ensure our students receive nutritious, high-quality meals by filling in for permanent staff members on an as-needed basis. If you enjoy a fast-paced environment and contributing to the well-being of students, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in food service, restaurant, or kitchen environment is preferred, but not required. Well train motivated candidates!
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to work effectively with students and staff
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Dependable, punctual, and able to follow directions
• Previous food service or cashier experience is helpful but not required
• Ability to lift 35 pounds
• Valid Drivers License
• Must be able to successfully complete a background check and meet all state and district requirements for school personnel.

Duties:

• Overall cleaning of kitchen including, but not limited to mopping, sweeping and dishes
• Meal Preparation: Assisting with the preparation, cooking, and assembly of student meals (breakfast and lunch)
• Serving: Serving meals to students and staff in a friendly and efficient manner
• Operating point-of-sale (POS) systems and accurately handling meal accounts
• Cleaning & Sanitation: Washing dishes, utensils, pots, and pans; cleaning kitchen equipment, counters, and serving areas; and ensuring all work areas comply with health and sanitation standards
• Stocking: Receiving, dating, and storing food and supplies properly
• Rotate milk in milk coolers
• Count milk before service and after service daily
• Serve menu items during service
• Ensure serving lines are kept clean and presentable between lunch periods
• Breakdown and clean serving lines at the end of each day
• Perform other duties as directed by the Food Service Director and/or Administration

Benefits and Compensation:

• Position is considered temporary, as-needed basis
• $15/hour
• Hours: 11:15am-2:15pm (may vary)
• Not eligible for benefits

Application Process:

• Complete application via Frontline