Aide - Cafeteria
Description
The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.
Job Summary
Support the daily operation of the school cafeteria by ensuring meals are prepared and served efficiently, safely, and with care. Foster a positive, nurturing, and orderly dining environment where students feel welcomed, respected, and supported. Uphold the Catholic school's mission and values by modeling kindness, patience, responsibility, and respect while promoting student well-being, proper behavior, and a sense of community.
Job Responsibilities
- Assist with preparing, portioning, and serving meals according to established guidelines.
- Set up and organize cafeteria serving lines, tables, trays, utensils, and food supplies.
- Help students select meals and maintain an orderly lunch line.
- Monitor students in the cafeteria and encourage appropriate behavior, good manners, and respect for others.
- Clean and sanitize tables, counters, dishes, utensils, and food-service equipment.
- Maintain proper food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards.
- Follow school procedures for food allergies and special dietary needs.
- Assist with receiving, storing, and organizing food and supplies.
- Work cooperatively with cafeteria staff, teachers, administrators, and other school personnel.
- Help maintain a positive, caring environment consistent with the school's Catholic mission and values.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the cafeteria manager or school administration.
Job Requirements
- Enjoys working with children in a school environment.
- Dependable, punctual, patient, and organized.
- Able to communicate and work effectively as part of a team.
- Willing to follow food safety procedures and school policies.
- Able to stand for extended periods and perform routine cleaning and lifting duties.
- Willing to complete required background checks and training.
The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.
Pre-Employment Screening
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.