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Posted July 25, 2026

Substitute Food Service Worker

Topeka Public Schools
Topeka, KS, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

SUBSTITUTE POSTIONS ARE ON CALL AS NEEDED. MAY NOT WORK EVERY DAY

Reports To: Assigned School's Food Service Manager

Position Purpose: To effectively maintain overall operations of the Food Service Program while the permanent employee is absent.

Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or GED is desirable
• Basic math skills
• Ability to read and write the English language
• Demonstrate knowledge of food safety basics
• Ability to lift at least 30 pounds
• Ability to stand up to 6 hours
• Knowledge of portions sizes
• Ability to work well with others


Duties and Responsibilities:
To serve food to a cafeteria line, prepare food in a kitchen, and perform cleaning activities. May assist in the effective overall operations of the Food and Nutrition Services Program at different kitchen locations as needed.
• Preparation of food items
• Prepare food carts
• Set food in steam tables
• Serve food
• Clean & sanitize all food service areas and
equipment
• Take and document temperatures
• Unload and put away stock
• Wash dishes as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Position Type: Part-Time
Salary:$12 Per Hour

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