Kitchen Worker

Description

Description

St. Therese Catholic School in Kansas City, Missouri is seeking a part time kitchen worker for the 2026/2027 school year. Hours are M-F 10:00-1:00. Duties include food preparation, production and cleanup in a cafeteria setting according to established dietary requirements of quality, quantity, nutrition, appearance, temperature and timeliness.

Responsibilities:

• •Preparing food to be served once it is delivered to the school on a daily basis
• •Assists cooks and other cafeteria staff in food preparation, cafeteria setup, cleaning, cashiering and dishwashing.
• •Serving food for students and staff
• •Maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining area
• •Operating and cleaning kitchen equipment such as oven, stove, warmer and dishwasher
• •Monitoring food delivery each day
• •Ordering supplies and milk as needed
• •Following food safety and sanitation procedures
• •Assisting catering company with menu planning and management
• •Maintaining accurate records of lunches served via the student information system
• •Cleaning kitchen and cafe’ area after each lunch period
• •Willing to obtain a Food Manager’s license from Clay County Health Department.

Requirements

• •Must be organized, efficient and task-oriented
• •High School diploma or GED
• •Able to lift and carry objects of 25 pounds
• •Able to stand during food service
• •Food handler certification--can be obtained after hire
• •Must be able to wash dishes and clean the kitchen thoroughly on a daily basis
• •Preferred applicant will feel comfortable in a school environment, have knowledge of kitchen health and safety procedures, and have good interpersonal communication skills.

Note : All employees are required to consent to a background check, commit to our Code of Conduct policy, and complete online and in-person trainings prior to hire.