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Hudson City School District

Food Service Helper

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What they do

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.

$33,373 / year median in New York

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

Announcement of Vacancy Food Service Helper Position Location:
School Lunch Department Days/Hours:
Monday
  • Friday
  • 6:30 am
  • 1:15pm
Rate of Pay:
Contractual rate (from Budget Code 2860-160-01)
Requested Start Date:
September 3, 2026
Minimum Qualifications:
There are no minimum qualifications necessary for this position. Job Qualifications Job Qualifications
FOOD SERVICE HELPERS DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
This is simple routine manual work performed under immediate supervision in connection with the preparation and serving of food in a cafeteria or other eating place. Work also involves the responsibility for cleaning kitchen equipment, dishes and silver. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
(ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY) Assists the cook in the preparation of the daily menu; Helps to prepare vegetables and meats; Sets tables with necessary dishes and silver; Serves food from steam tables in a cafeteria style dining room; Replenishes supply of sugar, salt and pepper in appropriate containers; Washes and dries dishes if necessary and assists in cleaning all kitchen equipment; Cleans tables and chairs, serving tables and other equipment; May serve as a cashier when necessary.
FULL PERFORMANCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Working knowledge of the proper methods of serving food and the care of tableware, glassware, silver, kitchen appliances; working knowledge of modern methods and the use of cleaning supplies and appliances; ability to follow simple oral and written directions; dependability; ability to understand and utilize the principles of sanitation in handling food; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
There are no minimum qualifications necessary for this position.
REVISED BY CIVIL SERVICE SEPT. 27, 1988 LABOR ADOPTED BY COLUMBIA COUNTY CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION OCTOBER 11, 1988
Position Start Date:
09/03/2026
Application Deadline:
08/14/2026
Job Number:
N073126-32