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FOOD SERVICE ASSISTANT

Leitchfield, KY

$12 - $15.25/hr

Job Summary Assists in the preparation and serving of food for distribution to patients, cafeteria, and catering services. Job Responsibilities * Maintains area, equipment, and supplies in safe and ...

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How much do service assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for service assistant in Kentucky is $14.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.55 and $16.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Service Assistant vs Customer Service Representative?

AspectService AssistantCustomer Service Representative
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma or equivalent; training in communication skills
Work EnvironmentRetail, hospitality, healthcare settingsCall centers, retail, service industries
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, hotels, retail storesTelecom, retail, banking

Service Assistants typically work in physical environments assisting customers directly, often requiring on-the-job training. Customer Service Representatives usually work in call centers or office settings, focusing on communication via phone or online. Both roles aim to support customer needs but differ mainly in work environment and interaction style.

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Infographic showing various Service Assistant job openings in Kentucky as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $30,593 per year, or $14.7 per hour.

Nutrition Service Assistant I

Covington Independent Public Schools

Covington, KY โ€ข On-site

$16.40 - $24.98/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago


Job description

Position Type:
Support Staff/Food Service Assistant I
Date Posted:
3/23/2026
Location:
Holmes High School
COVINGTON INDEPENDENT PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
POSITION VACANCY
POSITION: NUTRITION SERVICE ASSISTANT I
LOCATION: HOLMES HIGH SCHOOL CAMPUS
DATE POSTED: MARCH 23, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: POSITION WILL BE FILLED AS SOON AS POSSILE
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law.
  • Must complete training course for certification of beginning school food service personnel as prescribed in 702 KAR 6:045.

KNOWLEDGE OF:
  • Standard kitchen equipment, utensils and measurements.
  • Basic math and cashiering skills.
  • Sanitation practices related to handling serving food.
  • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
  • Proper lifting techniques.

ABILITY TO:
  • Serve food in accordance with health and sanitation regulations.
  • Learn and follow health and sanitation requirements.
  • Maintain food service equipment and areas in a clean and sanitary condition.
  • Operate a cash register and make change accurately.
  • Learn, apply and explain policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
  • Meet schedules and timelines.
  • Understand and follow oral and written directions.
  • Work cooperatively with others.
  • Lift heavy objects.

JOB GOAL:
  • To perform routine food service activities related to the setting up of serving areas and the serving of food to students and staff; to perform cashiering duties in the sale of food items to students and staff; to maintain cleanliness of food service facilities.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Prepare food service facilities for the serving of food; count and set out an appropriate number of food trays; prepare the steam table for serving hot meals.
  • Wash and prepare eating and serving areas; set out food, trays and beverages according to established procedures.
  • Maintain work areas and serving areas in a clean, sanitary and safe condition; wash and clean counters and steam tables; wash and store pots, pans, trays and kitchen equipment.
  • Heat, portion and serve food to students and staff according to established procedures.
  • Count money and prepare moneyboxes or cash registers with appropriate amount and denominations of change.
  • Sell a variety of foods and beverages and make proper change; collect tickets and money for meals and beverages sold and make appropriate change.
  • Assist in storing unused food and supplies; dispose of unusable leftovers and garbage.
  • Operate a variety of standard kitchen equipment such as a cash register, dishwasher, and ovens; report faulty equipment as necessary.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.

RESPONSIBLE TO: Food Service Manager
CONTRACT: 183 days - adjusted for the remainder of year
SALARY: $16.40 - $24.98/hour, depending on experience
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
  • Complete the online application at: https://www.applitrack.com/covingtonky/onlineapp/
  • All applicants complete the Classified Application on Frontline.
  • Please direct questions about the online application process to Aisha Payne at 859-392-1014 or aisha.payne@covington.kyschools.us .
  • All applications will be evaluated and screened.
  • For information regarding the position contact Taryn Stewart at taryn.stewart@covington.kyschools.us.

An Equal Opportunity Employer
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