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Cafeteria Worker

Rigby, ID · On-site

$11.25 - $14.25/hr

Cafeteria Worker II. QUALIFICATIONS: A, High School Diploma preferred. B. Knowledge of kitchen ... I. Available to work on short notice in any cafeteria position. J. Previous experience preferred ...

Cafeteria Worker

Rigby, ID · On-site

$11.25 - $14.25/hr

Cafeteria Worker II. QUALIFICATIONS: A, High School Diploma preferred. B. Knowledge of kitchen ... I. Available to work on short notice in any cafeteria position. J. Previous experience preferred ...

Cook/Cafeteria Worker

Perry, GA · On-site

$13.50 - $18.57/hr

The Cafeteria Team Member is responsible for arranging meals and beverages to be served to team ... i.e. beard/hairnet, ear plugs, frock, boots, etc.), stand for extended periods of time, and use ...

Cook/Cafeteria Worker

Perry, GA · On-site

$13.50 - $18.57/hr

The Cafeteria Team Member is responsible for arranging meals and beverages to be served to team ... i.e. beard/hairnet, ear plugs, frock, boots, etc.), stand for extended periods of time, and use ...

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How much do cafeteria worker i jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for cafeteria worker i in the United States is $14.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $15.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Cafeteria Worker I?

Cafeteria Worker I positions are entry-level roles in schools, hospitals, or other institutions where food is served. These workers assist with preparing, serving, and sometimes cleaning up meals under the supervision of more experienced staff or managers. Their duties often include setting up serving lines, portioning food, operating dishwashers, and maintaining cleanliness in the dining and kitchen areas. They play a vital role in ensuring food safety and providing a positive dining experience for customers, students, or patients.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Cafeteria Worker I?

To thrive as a Cafeteria Worker I, you need basic food preparation skills, knowledge of food safety regulations, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, point-of-sale systems, and safe food handling certifications (like ServSafe) are often required. Dependability, teamwork, and strong customer service skills help you excel in this fast-paced environment. These skills are crucial for maintaining food quality, safety standards, and positive dining experiences for customers.

What are some common challenges faced by Cafeteria Worker I employees, and how can they be managed?

Cafeteria Worker I employees often face challenges such as working during busy meal periods, maintaining high standards of cleanliness, and adhering to strict food safety regulations. Managing these challenges involves effective time management, attention to detail, and teamwork with kitchen staff and supervisors. Staying organized and communicating clearly with colleagues can help ensure smooth operations and a positive dining experience for patrons.

What is the difference between Cafeteria Worker I vs Cafeteria Worker II?

AspectCafeteria Worker ICafeteria Worker II
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalentHigh school diploma; some positions may prefer experience
Work EnvironmentSchool cafeterias, community centersSame as Cafeteria Worker I, often with increased responsibilities
Job ResponsibilitiesBasic food prep, serving, cleaningSupervising others, more complex food prep
UsageEntry-level positionMid-level position with additional duties

The main difference between Cafeteria Worker I and Cafeteria Worker II lies in experience and responsibilities. Cafeteria Worker II typically requires more experience and involves supervisory duties or more complex tasks, whereas Cafeteria Worker I focuses on basic food service and cleaning tasks.

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Infographic showing various Cafeteria Worker I job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 69% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 29% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $29,912 per year, or $14.4 per hour.

CAFETERIA WORKER (2345)

Glendale, CA

Glendale Unified School District
Education Programs Administration • 1 - 5K employees

$19 - $20.98/hr

Part-time

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CAFETERIA WORKER (2345) at Glendale Unified School District Share on X Print Application Deadline Continuous Date Posted 10/13/2025 Contact Manik Aidie 8182413111 1357 Number of Openings 5 Salary Pay Range $19.00 - $20.98 Per Hour Length of Work Year 9.25 Employment Type Part Time About the Employer In Glendale Unified schools, we focus on maximizing student achievement, fostering students' social and emotional growth, and creating a vibrant, inclusive environment where all children can learn and thrive. Glendale Unified is the third largest school district in Los Angeles County. We proudly serve 25,000 students in preschool through 12th grade and beyond

We proudly offer dual immersion programs in seven languages; Armenian, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish. Glendale Unified also offers six magnet schools focused on technology, world languages, and visual and performing arts, and a wide variety of Career and Technical Education pathways beginning in middle school. Through a collaborative partnership with Glendale Community College, Glendale Unified offers students multiple opportunities to earn college credit before they graduate from high school, including our Hoover Early College Academy and Glendale High Cloud Computing and Computer Science Academy.

We are excelling together to provide our students with endless pathways for success. Several of our schools are recipients of prestigious awards such as: National Blue Ribbon Schools, California Distinguished Schools, California Gold Ribbon Schools, and Title I Academic Achieving Schools. Glendale Unified is a diverse school district that welcomes students and families from all over the world.

Our students come from a wide range of ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds and speak 35 different languages. Job Summary Job Summary Performs entry level, repetitive meal preparation and service assignments in a school cafeteria including assembling sandwiches, serving on a meal line, washing pots and pans, and heating prepared foods and operating a point-of-sale computer terminal. Job Description / Essential Elements: Print GLENDALE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT CLASS DESCRIPTION CAFETERIA WORKER I DEFINITION Performs entry level, repetitive meal preparation and service assignments in a school cafeteria including assembling sandwiches, serving on a meal line, washing pots and pans, and heating prepared foods and operating a point-of sale computer terminal.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS AMONG RELATED CLASSES A Cafeteria Worker I performs entry level, repetitive assignments in a school cafeteria. A Cafeteria Worker II operates point-of-sale computer terminals, handles prepayments, prepares reports, and performs all other cafeteria worker functions. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Immediate supervision is provided by higher-level food services personnel.

No supervision is exercised over regular District personnel. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Sets up serving line according to daily menu. Washes and cuts foodstuffs for cooking.

Assembles salads and sandwiches. Assists a Cook/Baker and helps on serving line. Replenishes food on serving line.

Heats prepared food. Counts leftover food items and records information. Cleans up after meals, cleans counters and equipment, and washes pots and pans.

CLASS QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: General food preparation practices and procedures. Kitchen utensils and equipment. Ability to: Wash, heat, cut, and assemble foods and ingredients.

Follow applicable health and sanitation requirements. Perform work efficiently during rush conditions. Follow oral and written instructions.

Operate a point-of-sale computer terminal. Do simple arithmetic and count. Work cooperatively with others.

Lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds. EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS Minimum Requirements: None. Desirable: Written and oral proficiency in a second language.

CONTINUING EDUCATION/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS Employees who work an average of minimum 20 hours per week: Each year at least 6 hours of annual continuing education/training including topics such as: Free and reduced price eligibility. The identification of reimbursable meals at the point of service. Nutrition, health, and safety standards.

Any specific topics required by the USDA, Food Nutrition Services as needed to address Program integrity or other critical issues. Employees who work fewer than 20 hours per week: Each year, at least 4 hours of annual continuing education/training (regardless of the number of part-time hours worked). The required continuing education/training will be paid for by the district.

04/1973 - Classification established 07/1979 - Change in Entrance Qualifications 12/1987 - Major Revision 01/1990 - Title Change 05/26/1999 - Minor Revision 10/13/2015 - Continuing Education/Training Requirements 06/13/2017 - Minor Revision to Employment Standards 09/10/2019 - Revision to Class Qualifications weight lifting requirements 07/14/2025 - Minor Revisions Requirements / Qualifications OPEN COMPETITIVE RECRUITMENT No online application process through EDJOIN. To apply: Visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/gusd IMPORTANT: The current recruitment process is primarily focused on hiring substitute employees (temporary/as-needed basis paid at the first step of the salary range). Permanent opportunities may also become available at a later time and will include salary increases

See 'Examination Process' section below. ALL POSITIONS ARE PART-TIME AND RANGE FROM 3 TO 3.5 HOURS PER DAY. Minimum Requirements: DESIRABLE: Written and oral proficiency in a second language

CLASS QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of: General food preparation practices and procedures. Kitchen utensils and equipment. Ability to: Wash, heat, cut, and assemble foods and ingredients.

Follow applicable health and sanitation requirements. Perform work efficiently during rush conditions. Follow oral and written instructions.

Operate a point-of-sale computer terminal. Do simple arithmetic and count. Work cooperatively with others.

Lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds. A review of the applicants' experience and qualifications will be conducted. Based on that evaluation, applicants whose qualifications best meet the current needs of the District will be invited to participate in the next step of the process.

For substitute positions, this will include an interview. For permanent positions, it may include a multiple-choice written test and will include a qualifications appraisal interview. Based on their status, candidates will be notified of the details at the appropriate time.

Substitute employees are paid a fixed hourly rate at the first step only. Requirements / Qualifications OPEN COMPETITIVE RECRUITMENT No online application process through EDJOIN. To apply: Visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/gusd IMPORTANT: The current recruitment process is primarily focused on hiring substitute employees (temporary/as-needed basis paid at the first step of the salary range)

Permanent opportunities may also become available at a later time and will include salary increases. See 'Examination Process' section below. ALL POSITIONS ARE PART-TIME AND RANGE FROM 3 TO 3.5 HOURS PER DAY

Minimum Requirements: DESIRABLE: Written and oral proficiency in a second language. CLASS QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of: General food preparation practices and procedures. Kitchen utensils and equipment.

Ability to: Wash, heat, cut, and assemble foods and ingredients. Follow applicable health and sanitation requirements. Perform work efficiently during rush conditions.

Follow oral and written instructions. Operate a point-of-sale computer terminal. Do simple arithmetic and count.

Work cooperatively with others. Lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds. A review of the applicants' experience and qualifications will be conducted.

Based on that evaluation, applicants whose qualifications best meet the current needs of the District will be invited to participate in the next step of the process. For substitute positions, this will include an interview. For permanent positions, it may include a multiple-choice written test and will include a qualifications appraisal interview.

Based on their status, candidates will be notified of the details at the appropriate time. Substitute employees are paid a fixed hourly rate at the first step only. Comments and Other Information To apply: Visit www.gusd.net: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/gusd Step-by-step online employment application guide: https://www.schooljobs.com/home/applicationguide Phone inquiries are welcome at (818) 241-3111, Ext

1378. Prior to employment, a candidate must submit proof of freedom from tuberculosis. Also required after an offer of employment are a pre-employment physical exam (district-paid) and fingerprint clearance with the Department of Justice.

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION (Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973): The Board of Education is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs, activities and services shall be free from unlawful discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, and/or bullying based on actual or perceived sex, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, nationality, religion, age, sexual orientation, sexual preference, ancestry, ethnic group identification, gender, gender expression, gender identity, physical or mental disability, marital or parental status, or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or sexual harassment in any district service, program and/or activity that receives or benefits from state financial assistance. The Board shall promote programs which ensure that unlawful discriminatory practices are eliminated in all district activities.

The District will take steps to assure that the lack of English will not be a barrier to admission and participation in district programs. A copy of the District's Uniform Complaint Policy is available by calling (818) 241-3111, Ext. 1457.

Complaints alleging noncompliance with this policy of nondiscrimination should be directed to the following personnel: Title IX Coordinator: Dr. Kelly King, 223 North Jackson, (818) 241-3111, Ext. 1209, titleix@gusd.net Section 504 Coordinator: Dr

Narineh Khemichian, 223 North Jackson, (818) 241-3111, Ext. 1500, nkhemichian@gusd.net Title II/ADA: Dr. Kelly King, 223 North Jackson, (818) 241-3111, Ext

1209, kking@gusd.net Comments and Other Information To apply: Visit www.gusd.net: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/gusd Step-by-step online employment application guide: https://www.schooljobs.com/home/applicationguide Phone inquiries are welcome at (818) 241-3111, Ext. 1378. Prior to employment, a candidate must submit proof of freedom from tuberculosis

Also required after an offer of employment are a pre-employment physical exam (district-paid) and fingerprint clearance with the Department of Justice. STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION (Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973): The Board of Education is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs, activities and services shall be free from unlawful discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, and/or bullying based on actual or perceived sex, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, nationality, religion, age, sexual orientation, sexual preference, ancestry, ethnic group identification, gender, gender expression, gender identity, physical or mental disability, marital or parental status, or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or sexual harassment in any district service, program and/or activity that receives or benefits from state financial assistance.

The Board shall promote programs which ensure that unlawful discriminatory practices are eliminated in all district activities. The District will take steps to assure that the lack of English will not be a barrier to admission and participation in district programs. A copy of the District's Uniform Complaint Policy is available by calling (818) 241-3111, Ext.

1457. Complaints alleging noncompliance with this policy of nondiscrimination should be directed to the following personnel: Title IX Coordinator: Dr. Kelly King, 223 North Jackson, (818) 241-3111, Ext.

1209, titleix@gusd.net Section 504 Coordinator: Dr. Narineh Khemichian, 223 North Jackson, (818) 241-3111, Ext. 1500, nkhemichian@gusd.net Title II/ADA: Dr

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