The Food Service Assistant performs a variety of food service operations to include food preparation, serving, cashiering at elementary, middle, or high school sites. ; Maintains facility in a sanitary condition and adheres to health department codes. ; Currently PART-TIME positions only. ;Part-time status ranges from 3 - 5 ;hours daily (Position requires no nights, weekends or holidays)
The salary range is $18.68 - $24.85 hourly
Applications for this position are being accepted by the Office of Human Resources through 11:59 pm on Monday, July 27, 2026. ;Appointment is subject to a criminal background check, a drug/alcohol test and credential verification. ;No applications will be accepted after the deadline date and time. ;
Applications for this position are being accepted by the Office of Human Resources through 11:59 pm on Monday, July 27, 2026. ; A current resume must be attached to the completed application or completion of work experience on the application (if you are unable to electronically attach this document, you must notify human resources that you are sending a hard copy, which must be received on or before the deadline listed above). ; Caution: When attaching documents to the application, be sure the documents are legible. ; If the documents cannot be read, your application may be disqualified from consideration. ; ;
Qualified applicants will be sent a notice to complete an online interview using our interview software, VidCruiter. ;The notice for interview will be sent via email from [email protected]. ;Appointment is subject to a criminal background check, a drug/alcohol test, and credential verification. ; Appointment is subject to a criminal background check, a drug/alcohol test and credential verification. ;No applications will be accepted after the deadline date and time. For any questions or concerns please contact Lynise Thompson at (414) 475-8418 or email at [email protected]
THE SELECTION PROCESS: will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: education and experience evaluation; written, oral or performance tests; or other assessment methods. The Office of Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to oral and performance examinations. Oral examinations may include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job.
- If you are a military veteran or if your spouse is a military veteran, please also attach a copy of your DD214 form
Physical Demands:
Majority of the work is performed by standing or walking. ; The work requires using hands for simple grasping, pushing and pulling. ; The work at times requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching with the ability to lift, carry, push or pull heavy weighted items. ; Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds. The work requires activities involving exposure to changes in temperature and humidity.
The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.
In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. ; Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Office of Human Resources. ; The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. ; Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.
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Prepares breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack food items as assigned following standardized recipes
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Serves high quality, nutritious meals to students and adults
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Adheres to sanitation guidelines and proper food handling techniques in accordance with department standards
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Operates food service machinery and equipment in a safe and efficient manner
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Assists in cleaning up the kitchen and cafeteria
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Assists with putting away delivered stock using the first in first out method of rotation
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Operates a computer software program for meal counts
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Maintains accurate counts of meals and supplies
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Demonstrates good customer service towards students, parents, school staff and co-workers
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Works cooperatively and safely with staff and co-workers
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Attends training seminars and staff development opportunities
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Actively supports the MPS Strategic Plan.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
