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Job Description
Job Opening Information Lead Food Service Helper Job Number
26-161
Position Start Date
9/1/2026 Position Title
Lead Food Service Helper
Required Application Type
School Related Personnel
Job Description Posting #26-161 ANTICIPATED
VACANCY NOTICE DATE
June 15, 2026
POSITION TITLE:
Lead Food Service Helper
CURRENT ASSIGNMENT
New Haven Elementary School
CERTIFICATION
Civil Service - Labor Class
START DATE
September 2026 MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS
Responsible for coordinating and participating in the preparation, cooking and serving of food
Employee acts as lead worker in coordination of kitchen staff, on a moderately large scale, under the general supervision of the School Lunch Manager
Maintains records of food and supplies (e.g., taking inventory, ordering groceries)
Knowledge of the proper methods of serving food and the care of kitchenware, small and large kitchen appliances
Ability to follow oral and written directions
Ability to maintain good personal relations with children and adults
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Full-time, probationary appointment
10-month position (working the school calendar)
8:00AM - 2:00PM (6 hours per day)
Hours may vary per supervisor's discretion to meet district needs
Salary and benefits per CSEA contract
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Open Until Filled Outside applicants and current employees requesting a promotional move, please see our website (https://www.mexicocsd.org/job-opportunities) for application instructions. Please include contact information for 3 professional references with your application. Current eligible employees interested in a lateral move please submit a letter of interest to HR@mexicocsd.org. Please reference posting #26-161 in all correspondence. The Mexico Central School District is in compliance with federal and state laws governing equal opportunity prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnic background, religion, sex, age, marital status, physical handicap, and any other protected category under federal, state, or local laws. EOE/AA. This position will be filled in accordance with Civil Service Law. Civil Service Title
Lead Food Service Helper
Job Category
Food Services
Job Location
New Haven Elementary