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Whitko Community Schools

Cafeteria Cashier

IN · On-site

$15/hr

Cafeteria/Cafeteria - Assistant Date Posted: 4/20/2026 Location: Whitko Jr/Sr High School Date Available: Immediate Cafeteria Cashier Position Summary: The cafeteria cashier will provide good ...

Tulsa Public Schools

Cafeteria Assistant

Tulsa, OK

$11.25 - $14/hr

Hourly 5 | H-5 Tulsa Public Schools existing salary schedules provide careerincrement adjustments based on education/experience and/or years of creditableservice. For more information about the ...

Tulsa Public Schools

Cafeteria Assistant

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$11.25 - $14/hr

Full Cafeteria Assistant Salary Grade: Hourly 5 | H-5 Tulsa Public Schools' existing salary schedules provide careerincrement adjustments based on education/experience and/or years of ...

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How much do school cafeteria assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for school cafeteria assistant in the United States is $16.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between School Cafeteria Assistant vs School Lunch Supervisor?

AspectSchool Cafeteria AssistantSchool Lunch Supervisor
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; food safety certification often preferredHigh school diploma; food safety certification; supervisory experience beneficial
Work EnvironmentAssist in food prep, serving, and cleaning in school cafeteriaOversee cafeteria operations, manage staff, ensure safety and compliance
Employer & IndustrySchool districts, educational institutionsSchool districts, educational institutions
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for roles in school food serviceMore supervisory, but related to cafeteria work

The School Cafeteria Assistant primarily supports food service tasks like preparing and serving meals, while the School Lunch Supervisor oversees the entire cafeteria operation, managing staff and ensuring safety. Both roles work within school food service environments and may require similar certifications, but their responsibilities differ in scope and leadership level.

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John Adams Academy

Roseville, CA • On-site

$20/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

John Adams Academy rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

438th of 627 rated elementary and secondary schools

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This position supports the efficient and effective operation of the campus cafeteria to ensure the delivery of nutritious, high-quality meals in full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, mandates, and health requirements.
Under the direction of the Campus Cafeteria Manager and Cafeteria Lead, the incumbent is responsible for supporting daily cafeteria operations, including food preparation in accordance with established meal pattern requirements, standardized recipes, portion control guidelines, and food safety protocols. The role also includes maintaining kitchen facilities and equipment in a clean, sanitary, and organized condition, operating high-volume food production equipment as required, and performing related duties necessary to support overall cafeteria operations.
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