26-27 Child Nutrition Cafeteria Assistant

CHILD NUTRITION CAFETERIA ASSISTANT (PART-TIME)

DO YOU: 

• have a passion for school office management and excellent customer service, the commitment to support student achievement, and the critical thinking skills that will set our staff and students up for success in college and beyond? 


• believe that potential, not zip code, should determine a student’s trajectory for their future? 


• believe in the power of being a girl and that all students have the potential to graduate from high school, go to college, and succeed in life? 


• possess the willingness to collaborate with your colleagues and our school families, doing “whatever it takes,” to make our vision for our students a reality? 
  

If so, you are a great candidate to work at Girls Leadership Academy of Wilmington, and we encourage you to apply for our current Child Nutrition Cafeteria Assistant
position.

GLOW Academy is seeking to add a new member to our Child Nutrition team to serve as a floater to assist in the daily operations of the school nutrition program. Our cafeteria serves breakfast and lunch for roughly 350 students a day. This is an hourly, part-time position at GLOW Academy. The anticipated hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00am-2:00pm.

At the heart of GLOW Academy is a focus on “whole girl” education. We seek to foster the growth of leadership and confidence in our students and build and sustain family support, all while engaging all of our students in a rigorous college preparatory program. This means that GLOW emphasizes the following areas to ensure that each girl has a successful 6-12 experience and continues on to college: leadership development, early college and career awareness, health and wellness and expanded opportunities in science, technology, math and the arts. 

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR TO JOIN THE GLOW TEAM 

At GLOW we recognize that staff and teachers are the heart of the instructional program at our school. Therefore, the Girls Leadership Academy of Wilmington is committed to the recruitment and retention of the highest caliber staff and educators dedicated to our mission and our students. We get excited about staff and educators who are fired up about learning; who want to spend their time discussing, preparing and immersing themselves in the work that they do; and who yearn to work collaboratively with their colleagues to build a truly exceptional experience for students. We’re looking for educators who believe that family and community partnerships are crucial and who build relationships that support student learning and success. We value a hunger for feedback and the desire to engage in an ongoing process of reflection and growth for students and faculty. Above all, we are looking for staff and educators who are passionate and committed to single gender education and our ultimate goal of closing the achievement gap for all our girls at GLOW. 

The ideal candidate will have experience in a school cafeteria or other food preparation setting, and feels competent to work in a diverse and ever-changing learning environment. We are looking for staff who understand that learning is a lifelong endeavor and who wish to continue to grow and learn as professionals, taking risks, and refining their skills for the benefit of the students we serve.

POSITION DETAILS: Part-time, 10-Month 

POSITION: Child Nutrition Cafeteria Assistant

AVAILABLE: August 3, 2026

REPORTS TO: Child Nutrition Manager

QUALIFICATIONS:

• EDUCATION: High School diploma or equivalent


• EXPERIENCE
  
  
  
  • Experience in food service or kitchen work
  
  
  • Knowledge of food safety and preparation
  
  
  • Able to stand for extended periods, lift heavy items, and perform repetitive tasks
  
  
  • ServSafe Certification is a plus
  
  
  
  

CHILD NUTRITION CAFETERIA ASSISTANT WILL:

• Food Preparation
  
  
  
  • Assist with peeling, chopping, slicing, and preparing ingredients
  
  
  • Measure and portion ingredients according to recipes
  
  
  
  


• Cooking Support
  
  
  
  • Follow instructions to assist with cooking tasks
  
  
  • Monitor cooking times and temperatures to ensure food quality
  
  
  
  


• Serving Food
  
  
  
  • Serve food from the line in an organized, timely, and courteous manner
  
  
  • Ensure proper portion sizes and presentation standards are maintained
  
  
  
  


• Cleaning and Sanitization
  
  
  
  • Clean and sanitize workstations, equipment, and utensils
  
  
  • Wash dishes, pots, and pans, ensuring cleanliness standards are met
  
  
  • Maintain general kitchen cleanliness and organization
  
  
  
  


• Equipment Handling
  
  
  
  • Operate kitchen appliances, such as ovens, refrigerators, freezers, dishwashers, and computers
  
  
  • Report equipment malfunctions
  
  
  
  


• Inventory and Stock Management
  
  
  
  • Assist in receiving, unpacking, and storing food supplies
  
  
  • Monitor inventory levels and report shortages
  
  
  
  


• Compliance with Health and Safety Standards
  
  
  
  • Follow food safety and hygiene regulations
  
  
  
  


• Support and Communication
  
  
  
  • Communicate effectively with the cafeteria team to ensure smooth operations
  
  
  • Communicate clearly and professionally with students, staff, and parents to support a positive environment
  
  
  
  


• Other duties may be assigned by your supervisor

OTHER DUTIES

• Other duties as assigned to ensure successful and effective operations of the office/administration and the school

COMPENSATION: $15/hour

TO APPLY:

Visit the Careers page on our website and select “Current Openings.” Click on the position you’re interested in to view the full job description, then click the teal “Apply for this job” button. You’ll be guided through our Bamboo hiring platform to submit your resume and any required materials.

Please note: Possession of a valid TB test issued by the local county board of health or recognized medical authority is required for employment.

Full job description available on the employer's site.