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Hotel Zena

Line Cook Part-Time

Washington, DC · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Prepare and service food for the Employee Cafeteria as specified by the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor ... Maintain a "Clean As You Go" policy. * Assist in storage and rotation of food items according to ...

Hotel Zena

Line Cook Part-Time

Washington, DC · On-site

$17.75 - $22.25/hr

Prepare and service food for the Employee Cafeteria as specified by the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor ... Maintain a "Clean As You Go" policy. * Assist in storage and rotation of food items according to ...

Viceroy Hotels and Resorts

Line Cook Part-Time

Washington, DC · On-site

$17.75 - $22.25/hr

Prepare and service food for the Employee Cafeteria as specified by the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor ... Maintain a "Clean As You Go" policy. * Assist in storage and rotation of food items according to ...

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How much do cafeteria assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for cafeteria assistant in Reston, VA is $17.30, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.00 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a cafeteria assistant?

Cafeteria assistants are staff members who help with the daily operations of a cafeteria, typically in schools, hospitals, or corporate settings. Their duties often include preparing and serving food, maintaining cleanliness in dining and kitchen areas, stocking supplies, and assisting customers or students during meal times. They may also handle cash registers and ensure that health and safety standards are met. Cafeteria assistants play a key role in providing nutritious meals and a welcoming environment for diners.

What is the difference between Cafeteria Assistant vs Kitchen Assistant?

AspectCafeteria AssistantKitchen Assistant
Primary RoleAssists in food service, manages cafeteria areas, helps serve mealsSupports food prep, cleaning, and basic kitchen tasks
Work EnvironmentSchool or institutional cafeterias, dining areasCommercial or institutional kitchens
Required CertificationsFood safety, hygiene training often preferredFood safety, hygiene training often required
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, hospitals, workplacesRestaurants, schools, catering services

While both roles involve food service and require food safety knowledge, Cafeteria Assistants primarily focus on serving and managing dining areas, whereas Kitchen Assistants support food preparation and kitchen operations. The roles often overlap but differ mainly in scope and environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cafeteria assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cafeteria Assistant, you need basic food preparation skills, knowledge of food safety, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, point-of-sale (POS) systems, and adherence to hygiene regulations are typically required. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and effective communication help you stand out in this environment. These skills ensure efficient service, maintain food safety standards, and contribute to a positive dining experience for customers.

What are some common challenges faced by cafeteria assistants, and how can they be managed effectively?

Cafeteria Assistants often face challenges such as working in fast-paced environments during peak meal times, maintaining cleanliness standards, and handling multiple tasks simultaneously. Effective time management, strong communication skills, and teamwork are key to overcoming these challenges. Staying organized and following food safety protocols also help ensure a smooth workflow and a positive dining experience for customers and staff.
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Infographic showing various Cafeteria Assistant job openings in Reston, VA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,974 per year, or $17.3 per hour.

Special Education- Public Health Training Assistant

Fairfax County Public Schools

Falls Church, VA • On-site

$31K - $57K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Fairfax County Public Schools rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 46 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

312th of 624 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Summary
Provides assistance to special education teachers; performs tasks related to the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a special educational setting; assists with implementation of classroom programs and activities.
Qualifications
Required
  • Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or possession of a General Equivalency Diploma (GED) certificate.
  • One (1) year of experience working with children as a volunteer or paid employee, or equivalent participation in a teacher education introductory course with the provision of documented support.
    • Advanced degree(s) beyond the minimum degree requirement in a relevant field may be considered for some experience.
  • Knowledge of child growth and development and group interaction.
  • Knowledge of health, safety, and first-aid methods.
  • Knowledge of physical and intellectual disabilities, and applicable instructional procedures and practices.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Ability to assist with providing a wide variety of educational experiences for students to meet their individual, intellectual, and emotional needs.
  • Ability to assist a teacher with the use and adaptation of a range of instructional techniques and related technology, and to participate in the monitoring and control of a wide range of behaviors.
  • Ability to learn and apply the instructional goals and policies of Fairfax County Public Schools.
  • Ability to work effectively with students and staff.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Preferred
  • Trained in the use of a particular type of equipment or specialized skill, such as the ability to communicate with children with special needs (such as deaf/blind and nonverbal).

Major Duties/Essential Functions
  1. Performs curricular, instructional, clerical, and support tasks to assist teachers and other professional staff in a special education classroom or other setting.
  2. Assists the teacher with conducting classroom activities and with evaluating behavior management activities.
  3. Contributes to the assessment of individual student needs and progress and development of appropriate individualized programs.
  4. As instructed, works with individual and small groups of students to develop fine and gross motor skills.
  5. Reviews and reinforces work adjustments and related vocational experiences with students.
  6. Assists in daily and long-term planning of activities with teachers.
  7. May be assigned to assist with providing instruction in basic skills, and to supervise in off-site vocational training and community travel settings.
  8. On a limited basis, may continue instructional and work activities during the teacher's absence from the classroom.
  9. Helps maintain order and assists in managing the behavior of students, including behavior intervention plans, de-escalation strategies, and crisis intervention.
  10. Assists with monitoring students in halls, entering or exiting buses, on school grounds, in a cafeteria, and other areas.
  11. Instructs and assists students with daily living skills including toileting, feeding, dressing, and other personal and facilities hygiene needs as required.
  12. May perform certain medical procedures or give medication under supervision and with appropriate instructions.
  13. Provides assistance to students, which may involve transferring to and from wheelchairs to floor, table, or therapy devices.
  14. Supports students with assistive technologies.
  15. May oversee and lead attendants or volunteers.
  16. May perform administrative and non-instructional duties, such as keeping daily attendance or recording of work hours of students in a vocational program.
  17. Assists with maintenance of files containing student work and evaluation and assessment data; observes, gathers, and records assessment data on students; reviews observations/progress of students with instructional staff.
  18. Performs related duties as required or assigned.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements
This job operates in a school environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. May require physical strength, agility, and dexterity to assist in de-escalating student behavior that is disruptive or harmful to self or others. This role routinely uses standard classroom equipment such as computers, phones, projectors, smartboards, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and assistive technology. Uses instructional technologies (smartboards, laptops, document cameras, projectors, etc). Uses assistive technology with students (computers, augmentative communication devices, adaptive technology peripherals, etc). While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to regularly stand, sit, walk, bend, and/or kneel. This job requires lifting up to 35 lbs., and occasional lifting/moving up to 70 lbs. and/or use of a Hoyer lift.

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FCPS serves a diverse student population of more than 181,000 students. Fairfax County Public Schools is a Catalyst that transforms our Community's most valuable potential our children and shapes a thriving future. We are the community's gathering place where, together, We foster Creative thinking, a Culture of caring, and Lifelong connections. In our schools, Students share a Diversity of experiences that prepare them for success in a Global society teachers creatively challenge and inspire young minds, and Parents actively engage in their children's future.

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Elementary and secondary schools

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1870

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