Kitchen Aide - School Lunch Program at Danbury Public Schools

Scope:
Under the direct supervision of the Kitchen Manager, the Kitchen Aide assists with the preparation and service of nutritious, well-balanced meals for students and staff. The position plays a key role in ensuring food is safely and efficiently prepared, served, and stored, while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety in all kitchen and dishwashing areas.

• Assist in preparing and serving all school meals as directed, including food preparation tasks such as washing, chopping, and peeling.
• Perform routine kitchen duties including inventory checks, daily foodservice preparation, dishwashing, and general kitchen clean-up.
• Support the preparation and packaging of meals for off-site service, including reviewing pack-out requests and ensuring accuracy.
• Participate in the routine cleaning and sanitizing of kitchen equipment, food prep stations, and storage areas.
• Demonstrate awareness and sensitivity to students’ food allergies and dietary restrictions.
• Maintain respectful, positive communication with students, staff, and parents.
• Follow all District policies and procedures, including confidentiality and food safety regulations.
• Adhere to all required health and safety rules and procedures.
• May be asked to substitute for the Kitchen Manager in their absence.
• Attend required staff meetings and in-service training (including summer sessions).
• Perform other food service-related duties as assigned.

• Basic knowledge of food preparation and service procedures.
• Familiarity with safe food handling, storage, and sanitation protocols.
• Understanding of inventory control and kitchen supply organization.
• Ability to safely operate standard kitchen equipment and tools.
• Ability to follow recipes and food preparation instructions accurately.
• Ability to lift, carry, and unload up to 30 pounds.
• Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to follow written and verbal directions.
• Maintains a professional appearance and practices proper personal hygiene.
• Demonstrates teamwork, dependability, and a willingness to assist wherever needed.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Qualified Food Operator (QFO) Certificate, if required.
• Basic math and computation skills.
• Ability to take direction, learn quickly, and work effectively with individuals of all ages.

RATE OF PAY:  
$21.03/hour
Hours: 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM (3.5 hours total)
Monday - Friday
**Please note that the work schedule for this position may be subject to changes based on the school year calendar and weather conditions and operational needs.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Apply On-line 
http://www.danbury.k12.ct.us