A Busser, Banquet Worker, or Cafeteria Attendant assists with food service at a restaurant, large banquet hall or cafeteria. Removes used dishes, sets tables with clean dishes and linens, replenishes foods served at food stations or buffet tables, and provides water, coffee or other beverages for patrons.
Cafeteria Worker
Watson Chapel School District
Coleman Intermediate School - Pine Bluff, Arkansas This job is also posted in Watson Chapel School District
Job Details
Job ID:
5908991
Application Deadline:
Oct 02, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Oct 20, 2026
Job Description
Watson Chapel School District
CAFETERIA WORKER
Purpose Statement
The job of Cafeteria Worker was established for the purpose/s of providing support to the food service activities at assigned location including:
preparing and serving food items to students and/or school personnel; and
maintaining food service facilities in a safe and sanitary condition.
This job reports to the Cafeteria Manager.
Essential Functions
Attends in-serving training, workshops, etc. are required by the Cafeteria Manager or Child Nutrition Director.
Cleans utensils, equipment, and storage, food preparation and serving area.
Evaluates prepared food for flavor, appearance, and temperature.
Inventories food, condiments and supplies.
Maintains equipment, storage, food preparation and serving areas in a sanitary condition.
Assists manager in counting and recording the amount of leftovers, number of opened cans, etc.
Prepares and serves food based on provided menu and recipes for students and staff.
Performs functions of other nutritional services positions as required by manager.
Receives food items and/or supplies and places them in designated areas utilizing temperature requirements and food spoilage guidelines.
Reports needed supplies and equipment malfunctions for the purpose of notifying cafeteria managers of needed items and repair and/or replacement.
Serves the appropriate number of food items for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and/or requests of students and school personnel.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Performs job duties with respect for coworkers, students and staff.
Other Functions
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Cafeteria workers are required to follow safety practices; quality cooking; and operating kitchens equipment.
Cafeteria Workers may be required to perform basic math; read and follow instructions; and understand written and oral instructions. They are required to follow procedures for safety and sanitation; and quantity food preparation and handling.
Cafeteria Workers are required to use kitchen equipment. They must be flexible in working with a diversity of individuals. Some problem solving may be required to identify issues and select action plans.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; providing information and/or advising others.
Working Environment
Cafeteria Workers may be required to perform the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity.
Experience
No job related experience is required.
Education
High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
Clearances
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.
I have read the Cafeteria Worker job description and understand it. If I have any questions, I will contact Paula Bailey, Child Nutrition Director.
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