Kitchen Helper at Southern View (5 hours a day) Springfield School District 186 Southern View Elementary School

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Job Details Job ID:

5923683

Application Deadline:

Sep 21, 2026 4:00 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description

TITLE OF VACANCY

Kitchen Helpe r

LOCATION

Southern View Elementary School

DAYS PER YEAR

194

HOURS PER DAY:

5 hrs

DESIRABLE AREAS OF COMPETENCE

Previous experience as a kitchen helper or substitute worker. Must be willing and capable of following standardized recipes for quantity cooking. Ability to complete production records which are required by the Federal Guidelines. Have computer experience or willingness to be trained on the Point of Sale Computer system for Food Service. Must have Food Service Sanitation Certification or be able to acquire certificate within probation period. Ability to cross train and fill in when needed. Must be able to understand and follow Federal Food Guidelines. Southern View Position requires a Food Service Manager's Sanitation Certification or acquire one within 30 days. Physical demands : The job requires endurance in standing throughout the day, pushing and pulling kitchen equipment, being able to bend, twist and lift 50 pounds. Must be able to pass an agility test provided by the district.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain high standard of cooking and proper sanitation procedures in all phases of food handling and meal preparation. Be courteous and patient with all customers and staff. Prepare orders of food, supplies. Check all deliveries for quality and quantity and sign all delivery slips and invoices. Be responsible for safe operation, care and maintenance of all equipment. Follow proper portion control to meet nutrition and Federal guidelines Maintain necessary records of meals being served. Applicant must have a telephone number where he/she may be reached because of school emergencies. Be constantly alert for unsafe conditions and report them immediately, BE

SAFETY MINDED

Other duties as assigned.

APPLICATION DEADLINE/OPEN UNTIL

September 21, 2026 at 4:00 PM

APPOINTMENT DATE

Upon Board Approval SALARY:

$17.74 per hour or Applicable Step, (2026-2027 Salary Schedule)

BENEFITS

Personal & Sick Leave

• Medical Insurance
• Life insurance
• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund
• Paid Holidays as per negotiated agreement

SELECTION PROCESS

Application and Selection per Local 15 contract

Position Type:

Part-Time Salary:

$17.74 Per Hour Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Office of Human Resources 3063 Fiat Ave Springfield, Illinois 62703

Phone:

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