Part-Time Junior Operations Associate - Immediate Hire

The International Leadership Charter High School is a high performing College-Preparatory high school dedicated to providing an exceptional secondary school education to first and second-generation students to graduate college ready. Our charter school implements an academically rigorous Regents and college-preparatory curriculum that elevates students' intellectual capacity and provides a superior high school education. Our Charter High school is in the Top 1% of all High Schools in NYS, ranking among Best High Schools nationally and recipient of Bronze Award from U.S. News & World Report from 2013 through 2025. Position Summary The Part-time School Food Professional plays a critical role in supporting the daily lunch operations to ensure a safe, orderly, and positive dining experience for students. The Part-time School Food Professional prepares meals, supervises students during meal periods, reinforces school expectations, maintains cleanliness in the cafeteria/pantry, and assists with operational needs related to food service.

Job Responsibilities: * Sets-up assigned station with appropriate items before meal service; checks for cleanliness before starting preparation of food. * Assembles prepared food on trays for scholars according to menu. * Preparing and heating food following DOH protocols. * Serves food at proper temperatures utilizing appropriate kitchen equipment. * Cleans kitchen, dining areas and pantry. * Washes, sanitizes and/or sterilizes dishes, working areas/surfaces, utensils and equipment. * Collects, transports and/or disposes of garbage and trash in designated containers; runs appropriate items through a sink utilizing appropriate cleaning and sanitizing agent(s). * Maintaining compliance with sanitation guidelines. * Update menu board daily with breakfast and lunch being provided for the day. * Keep meal count by using a clicker for every meal a scholar has for compliance purposes. * Supervise students during assigned lunch periods to ensure safety and appropriate behavior. * Enforce school rules, expectations, and cafeteria procedures consistently and respectfully. * Monitor student movement to and from the cafeteria, hallways, and designated lunch areas. * Address minor behavioral concerns and report ongoing or serious issues to school administration. * Assist with organizing student entries and exit to ensure efficient lunch flow. * Help maintain orderly lunch lines and seating arrangements. * Encourage students to clean up after themselves and dispose of trash properly. * Report spills, hazards, or maintenance issues promptly to Operations Team. * Serve as a positive role model for students by demonstrating professionalism and respect. * Build positive relationships with students while maintaining appropriate boundaries. * Support the overall mission and culture of the school. * Ability to work effectively with students, families, school administrators, teachers and staff.

Qualifications:

Required: * High School Diploma or equivalent. * Ability to work effectively with adolescents in a school setting. * Ability to stand and move for extended periods. * Reliable, punctual, and professional demeanor.

Preferred: * Prior experience working in a charter school or cafeteria role. * Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Works Hours: 9:30AM – 3:30PM (Part-time) Salary: $30,000