Lunchroom Attendant

Cleveland Metropolitan School District

. Ensure that children and adults are treated courteously and in a customer-service-oriented manner .

Posted 10/13/2026part-timeCleveland • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $14 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong customer service skills while ensuring compliance with health and safety policies in a food service environment. Capable of effectively assisting children and maintaining cleanliness in cafeteria operations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Food Service ExperienceCustomer Service SkillsInterpersonal SkillsWorkday Software ProficiencyFBI/BCI Background Check

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Hard Skills

Food Service OperationsDetailed CleaningLifting Up To 35 PoundsStanding For Extended PeriodsVisual AcuityCommunication Skills

Soft Skills

Strong Interpersonal SkillsPunctualityGood Attendance

Tools & Technologies

Workday SoftwareOutlook

Industry Keywords

School Nutrition ServicesHealth And Safety PoliciesFederal And State LawsCafeteria Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure that children and adults are treated courteously and in a customer-service-oriented manner
Perform tasks according to operational standards of School Nutrition Services and applicable federal, state, city laws and District health and safety policies
Receive direction from the Director, Area Supervisor, or Assistant/Acting Lunchroom Manager
Assist children in opening packages as needed
Encourage children to eat lunch and try new or unfamiliar items
Assist children in disposing of refuse
Spot sweep or mop floors for spills as needed
Wash tables after each serving period or when spills occur
Perform detailed cleaning of tables as necessary
Perform related duties supporting overall cafeteria operations

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma, GED or a minimum of 5 years of food service experience is required
Demonstrated knowledge of computer applications including Workday software and Outlook
Experience working in Food Service
Experience working with children preferred
Good attendance, punctuality and work record in previous employment
Strong interpersonal skills
Must be able to frequently lift up to 35 pounds
Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods
Must climb, balance, kneel, stoop, and bend
Must be able to reach with hands and arms
Requires visual acuity and the ability to hear clearly and communicate with managers, coworkers, and guests
Successful completion of an FBI/BCI background check and drug screen required for employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Union: SEIU 1199
Equal opportunities for employment, retention and advancement of all personnel
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties