Food Service Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Crossroads Charter Academy is currently hiring a Part Time Food Service Worker to join their team!

5 days a week/ up to 29 hours a week - Normal hours will be 8am-130pm

Are you an educational dreamer, believing all students will be inspired learners in the right environment? Are you looking to transform yourself, the students you will serve, as well as the broader educational landscape? Do you want to join a passionate and collaborative faculty who continuously strive to make a better school?

Crossroads Charter Academy is located in Big Rapids, Michigan and serves communities in the surrounding area. Our academy is not restricted to residential boundaries, which allows us to reach out to families in the suburban and rural areas of Mecosta and Osceola counties.

Join the Crossroads team and become part of a school where relationships come first and every child is truly known. At Crossroads Charter Academy, our small class sizes allow kindergarten teachers to build strong connections with each student, personalize instruction, and create a warm, supportive classroom environment. You’ll have the time and flexibility to meet students where they are while fostering early literacy and social-emotional growth.

We are committed to supporting our teachers through ongoing growth and development, including Science of Reading professional development and classroom-embedded coaching and support . At Crossroads, teachers are not on their own—you’ll be part of a collaborative team that values continuous improvement and provides the tools and support needed to succeed.

If you’re looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, student-centered environment grounded in Respect, Ownership, Accountability, Responsibility, and Service (R.O.A.R.S.), join the Crossroads team and grow your career with us.

Job Summary :

We are seeking a reliable Food Service staff to join our team. This position involves preparing, serving, and cleaning up after meals while adhering to health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion for promoting healthy eating habits among students and work collaboratively with kitchen staff and school personnel to create a positive dining experience.

Responsibilities :

Essential Duties:

• Follow health and safety standards, including proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices.

• Regularly clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas. Help with clean up and dishes daily.

• Interact positively with students, staff, and faculty to create a welcoming environment.

• Address student dietary needs and preferences, providing assistance as needed.

• Assist in receiving, storing, and inventorying food and supplies.

• Help manage kitchen supplies to ensure that adequate stock levels are maintained.

• Participate in waste management and recycling initiatives.

• Work cooperatively with other food service staff to ensure efficient operation of the kitchen.

• Participate in staff training sessions and professional development opportunities as required.

• Responsible for all phases of food preparation and serving.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work environment.

• Supervise students during meal periods.

• Regular and predictable attendance.

Cognitive Demands:

• Ability to recall and follow all protocols set by the USDA and the Academy

• Must be able to maintain a clean and safe work environment

• Have successful written and verbal communication

• Ability to supervise multiple students at once

Physical Demands:

• Occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds

• Stand, walk, reach, lift, push, pull, talk or hear frequently

• Withstand all demands presented by outside weather conditions at any time of the year

• Withstand a moderate noise level

Requirements :

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Previous experience in food service or a similar role is a plus, but not required.

• Knowledge of food safety practices and regulations.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.

• Fill in for breakfast as needed

For more information on Crossroads Charter Academy, please visit our website at

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