At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in food preparation and serve meals while ensuring a clean environment.
- Company: Wayne County Public Schools, dedicated to child nutrition and education.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly wage, flexible hours, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Ten-month work year with opportunities for training and growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: High school diploma and bus driver certification required.
The predicted salary is between 15.6 - 15.6 £ per hour.
Employer: Wayne County Public Schools
Job ID: 5513
Date Posted: 7/9/2026
Class: Classified
Department: Child Nutrition
Reports To: Cafeteria Manager
Job Goal: To assist in the preparation, sale, and service of food for the food service program.
Qualifications
- High School degree or equivalent.
- Serve as a Bus Driver/Sub Bus Driver for a school bus as required by the principal; shall have all qualifications prescribed by the State Board of Education and must maintain appropriate bus driver certification at all times.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
- Follow all rules, policies, and procedures, along with state and federal regulations relevant to the child nutrition department.
- Assist in the preparation of food.
- Clean and wash dishes/equipment.
- Collect money and ID cards during meals, make reports of lunches and collections, and tabulate paid, free, and reduced price meal counts.
- Participate in training programs.
- Keep the area neat and clean.
- Perform related duties and responsibilities as requested by the Principal or Cafeteria Manager.
Terms of Employment
- Employment Type: Ten-month work year / At Will / FLSA Non-Exempt
- Starting Salary: Grade 04C: $15.60 per hour
- Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board and local policy on evaluation of personnel.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Demonstrate functional knowledge of basic principles of food cookery.
- Demonstrate functional knowledge of food service equipment.
- Ability to be mentally alert and apply knowledge applicable to the job.
- Ability to follow written recipes and instructions.
- Ability to operate dishwasher, food grinder, mixer, meat slicer, range, ovens, refrigerator, and freezer.
- Ability to operate a computer, and a calculator, correctly and accurately, as well as make change rapidly.
- Physical ability (able to exert up to 25 pounds of force).
Cafeteria Assistant (4 hours)/Bus Driver in London employer: Wayne County Public Schools
Wayne County Public Schools is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its staff, offering a supportive work culture where educators can thrive. With a focus on fostering positive learning environments, employees benefit from meaningful interactions with students and opportunities to make a significant impact in their academic journeys. The school district values collaboration and professional development, ensuring that tutors are well-equipped to inspire and motivate students while enjoying a fulfilling career in education.
Contact Details:
Wayne County Public Schools Recruitment Team
