Position Type:
Support Staff/Lunch/Recess Aide
Date Posted:
7/9/2025
Location:
Kaleidoscope Charter School
Date Available:
08/24/2026
Food Service Worker
Mon- Fri 10a-2p $17/ hour
Comet Kids Aide
Mon-Fri 2p-5:45p $26/ hour
Total hours: 7.25 per day- 36.25 weekly 165 days/ year
During Summer, hours are 40 hours/ week as a Comet Kids Aide at $26/ hour.
Position Purpose
The Food Service Worker prepares and serves nutritious meals for school breakfasts and lunches, and maintains a safe and sanitary kitchen.
Food Service Responsibilities
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Prepares breakfasts and lunches according to nutrition standards.
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Serves meals in a timely manner and in the correct proportions.
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Assists with the cleaning of trays, dishes, cooking pans, and utensils; takes care of recycling.
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Assists in cleaning counters,salad bar, stove, and equipment.
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Assists with ordering supplies.
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Unpacks, rotates stock, inventories, and sorts grocery deliveries.
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Follows Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP); takes temperature of all coolers/freezers.
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Complies with food regulations in health plans and 504s.
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Follows all federal and state requirements regarding food preparation.
Education: High school degree, GED, or equivalent.
Skill Requirements:
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Knowledge of care and use of kitchen equipment and appliances and proper sanitation methods.
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Knowledge of federal, state, and local policies and procedures.
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Knowledge of the ethical guidelines applicable to the position as outlined by professional organizations and/or federal state and local laws, rules, and regulations.
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Ability to calculate measurements.
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Knowledge of the organizational and communication channels of KCS.
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Skills in oral and written communication.
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Assess the needs of children.
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Maintain complete and accurate records.
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Professionally interact with all members of the community.
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Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders.
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Prioritize and schedule work tasks. Complete tasks within established deadlines.
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Produce quality, accurate work. Work productively.
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Maintain an effective organizational system.
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Demonstrate initiative and flexibility to adjust to unexpected changes in work demands.
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Admit mistakes and learn from them.
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Maintain confidentiality.
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Demonstrate a consistent work attitude. Has an excellent work commitment.
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Identify the appropriate steps to reach goals and carry them out.
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Maintain a positive attitude in daily routine and in unexpected, stressful, or emergency situations.
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The ability to listen and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
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The ability to communicate clearly, orally, or in writing.
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The ability to use a computer and copier/printer.
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The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
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The ability to assume initiative and work independently.
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The ability to multitask.
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The ability to work effectively with people from different backgrounds and cultures.
Comet Kids Aide
Description:
Under the direction of the Comet Kids Supervisor, engages in lessons, games, and activities with the Comet Kids students to provide a caring and nurturing environment for all students attending the Comet Kids program.
Job Summary:
Essential Comet Kids Aide Responsibilities
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Assist Comet Kids Supervisor with Activities: play, crafts, lessons, snacks, lunches and games.
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Monitor behavior of students for appropriateness and need for discipline; address safety and emergency needs.
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Accompany students on outings, field trips, and special activities.
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Assist students get to special activities, etc.
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Engage in one-to-one and group activities with children.
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Relay children's special needs to the Supervisor.
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Administer medication to students where applicable.
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Recommend ideas, identify problems, and aid in problem-solving.
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Give encouragement and praise for students' accomplishments to help build self-esteem.
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Other duties as assigned.
Essential Administrative Responsibilities
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Responsible for updating student records as needed.
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Help to implement Comet Kids policies, and procedures.
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Report any equipment and supply concerns to the Comet Kids supervisor.
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Support to implement emergency policies and procedures
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Maintain student and staff emergency information as needed.
Qualifications:
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HS Diploma/ GED or at least 2 years of child care experience
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CPR certification
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First aid certification
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AED certification
Working Conditions:
Requires knowledge of standard office equipment such as personal computer, copier, fax, and associated equipment.-
Ability to read and interpret information, write reports and correspondence, speak in front of a group, and communicate effectively with a variety of people.
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Ability to compile and maintain accurate records and files.
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Ability to interpret and apply KCS policies and procedures and state laws, rules, and regulations, and to apply them with good judgment in a variety of situations.
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Ability to manage conflict between students, parents, and staff by utilizing problem-solving skills and a positive approach.
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Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, and database management software.
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Knowledge of FERPA laws and ability to maintain confidentiality with student and staff information.
Application Process:
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