Food Service Worker

About the Employer

Food Service Worker (6 hours/day) - Great Mills High School

Job Title and Context

Job Title: Food Service Worker 6 hours/day
Release Date: August 26, 2026
Application Deadline: September 9, 2026
Requisition: 12489

Application Procedures

Qualified applicants, including current employees of St. Mary's County Public Schools, must complete a TALENTED online application. In addition to the online application, any supporting documentation (unofficial transcript and/or copy of the certification, where applicable) must be scanned and uploaded to the TALENTED application. The online application and any support documentation must clearly demonstrate that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications, including information about the applicant's background, experience, and professional qualifications. Failure to submit all required documentation will result in your application being considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be forwarded to the selection committee for review. All online applications must be completed no later than September 9, 2026.

Following a screening of credentials, interviews will be scheduled. Please contact the Department of Human Resources with questions. (301-475-5511, ext. 32187)

Nature of Work

Performs a variety of tasks related to food production and food service in a fast-paced environment under the direction of the Food Service Manager. The work requires a substantial amount of physical dexterity, can be repetitive, and requires prolonged standing. Food Service Workers are provided on-the-job training and are expected to become proficient in accomplishing required duties during a six-month probationary period.

Essential Functions

Ability to professionally relate to and collaborate with co-workers, students, and community members Ability to understand and maintain confidentiality Ability to use technology effectively to complete tasks Ability to report to work daily and on time Ability to work independently Ability to work under pressure Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions Ability to lift heavy items up to 50 lbs. Possess effective organizational skills Possess effective written and oral communication skills

Duties and Responsibilities

Prepares bulk quantities of food items in accordance with established recipes Sets up serving lines and serves food items on the line Operates a computerized point-of-sale system Operates a dishwasher Washes pots and pans in a three-compartmented sink Cleans and sanitizes food service equipment and associated spaces Maintains high quality food preparation and the highest caliber of customer service Works effectively with others as part of a team Coordinates with other school staff in support of the recycling program Participates in promotions of new food items and nutrition education activities Fills in for the manager after proficiency is demonstrated Performs other related and non-related job duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required

Must be physically able to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Preferred

Experience in a commercial food service environment

Term of Employment

Full-time ten-month position.

Salary Grade Range

The salary for this position will be based on EASMC-ESP Salary Schedule for ten-month six-hour Food Service Employees – Range 3.

Bargaining Unit Eligibility

EASMC-ESP

Updated

Updated: July 2024, May 2025