Candidate Pool Food Service Assistant - CWS, SY 2025-2026
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $22.12
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
HSA
FSA
Retirement Plan
Job Description
Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) is a prominent educational institution committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce that supports the goal of preparing children to be college-ready. As the largest public school district in Minnesota, MPS serves a diverse student population and values equity, community engagement, and educational excellence. The Culinary & Wellness Services Department within MPS plays a critical role in ensuring the nutritional well-being of students and staff by providing high-quality food service across various school sites and nutrition centers. This department not only prepares and serves nutritious meals but also maintains a safe, clean, and organized environment,... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- valid Minnesota State Driver's License may be required
- ability to pass the required pre-placement exam
- ability to pass a criminal background check
- willingness and ability to perform moderate physical labor including lifting and moving up to 50-pound containers
- ability to work in commercial food service environments including walk-in freezers
- availability to work outside normal business hours if needed
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- some food handling experience preferred
- knowledge of safety and sanitation practices for food preparation, distribution, and storage
- knowledge of personal sanitation and hygiene regulations
- knowledge of principles of record keeping and records management
- skill in following and maintaining safety standards
- skill in following verbal and written instructions and procedures
- skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers and clients
Job Duties
- Assists the Food Service Department staff with basic food preparation, proper food storage, and maintaining the cleanliness of the food service, dining, and storage areas
- performs work within the scope of authority and training, and in compliance with MPS policies and quality standards
- cleans and maintains orderly, safe, and sanitary conditions in the FSD facility
- cleans dishes, kitchen utensils, and equipment
- cleans tables, chairs, floors, and surfaces
- receives, transports, and stores food according to sanitary handling standards
- scoops bulk foods into containers, makes and wraps food portions, packages food orders
- prepares the dining area for meal time
- prepares and serves meals as directed
- counts products received and shipped
- verifies that the quantity, quality, and type of products match the daily summaries and work orders
- provides accurate and timely numbers for production and inventory
- demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, clients, visitors, and MPS staff
- acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment
- enthusiastically promotes the Superintendent's goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures
- maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records, and MPS information
- other duties or tasks may be assigned on an as-needed basis
- at times may be required to work outside normal business hours and work extended hours to accomplish the requirements of the position
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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