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Posted July 28, 2026

Food Service Worker II-A

Topeka Public Schools
Topeka, KS, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

JOB TITLE: FOOD SERVER LEVEL II-A

REPORTS TO: FOOD AND NUTRITION SERVICE SPECIALIST/FOOD SERVICE MANAGER

SUPERVISES: 0 EMPLOYEES

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

9 Month Calendar

Salary and work year to be determined by the 501 Board of Education

Employees will follow the Food Service Worker-A duty calendar

Works 2.5-4 hours

Must attend and successfully complete Food Safety Basics class within the first six months of employment, and once every 5 years

Food and Nutrition Services staff members are strongly encouraged to join SNA and SHAW-Wa, professional organizations for school food service staff, and attend elective continuing education classes

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 20-50 pounds

Ability to stand up to 4 hours

Knowledge of portion sizes

Ability to work with others

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To serve food to a cafeteria tray 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 and Sanitize all food service areas and equipment

  • Maintain and order supplies as needed

  • Unloading and putting away stock

  • Take and document temperatures

  • Prepare for next shift

  • Wash dishes as needed

  • Other duties as assigned

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