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Food Service Helper
Michigan Association Of Intermediate School Administrators
Location : Fraser, MI, 48026
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
Not Applicable
To help the Cafeteria staff, making sure they are at their stations, and prepares & serves nutritious quality meals that will help aid our students with their educational experience.
Ten (10) Month Position while school is in session and in accordance with negotiated contract.
Performance of this job will be evaluated annually by the Elementary Supervisor and/or Food Service Director.
MailFood Service – Helper
Deadline:December 5, 2025District/Organization:Fraser Public SchoolsPosition/Type:Other, full timeSalary:In Accordance with the Negotiated Food Service Contract
Position DetailsFRASER PUBLIC SCHOOLS
FRASER, MICHIGAN
TITLE:Food Service Helper
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma / GED required.
- Serve Safe Certified within 45 days of employment.
- Must meet current USDA training standards.
- Comply with FRASER and local health department Standards of Operation for food handling and storage.
- Ability to cope in an ever changing and fast paced environment required.
- Ability to build relationships with students, staff and the public required.
- Dependable and timely attendance required.
REPORTS TO:Elementary Supervisor & Food Service Director
SUPERVISES:
Not Applicable
JOB GOAL:
To help the Cafeteria staff, making sure they are at their stations, and prepares & serves nutritious quality meals that will help aid our students with their educational experience.
ASSIGNED RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Arrive at work on time in full uniform (hairnet and visor), wash hands and begin work.
- Perform “cash handling” duties / procedures as required.
- Assists in maintaining supplies and appearance of Cashier stations, retail merchandizing and service area.
- Wrap, label, date and properly store all food ingredients in accordance to safe food handling techniques, practices and guidelines.
- Complete all production records in accordance with USDA guidelines. Items include recording time and temperature, beginning and ending counts on all food and beverage items specified on records.
- Perform monthly inventory as assigned.
- Breakdown all boxes after use for disposal.
- May be required to train new team members and subs in assigned responsibilities.
- Provide point of contact for guest question and concerns.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned by management.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Ten (10) Month Position while school is in session and in accordance with negotiated contract.
Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Lifting 50 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
- Requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
Duties of the job as per the Americans with Disability Act (ADA).
EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated annually by the Elementary Supervisor and/or Food Service Director.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any duties requested by his or her management that generally fit into the job expectations.
FRASER PUBLIC SCHOOLS DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OR RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX. AGE, HEIGHT, WEIGHT, RELIGION, MARITAL STATUS, OR DISABILITY IN ITS PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES. THE FOLLOWING PERSON HAS BEEN DESIGNATED TO HANDLE INQUIRIES REGARDING THE NONDISCRIMINATION POLICIES: DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES, 33466 GARFIELD, FRASER, MI 48026 (586) 439.7000.
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Freqently Asked Questions
In Fraser, MI, a Food Service Helper must obtain Serve Safe certification within 45 days of starting. Additionally, compliance with USDA training standards and local health department rules ensures safe food handling, maintaining high hygiene and safety levels in school cafeterias.
This position focuses on supporting cafeteria staff in a school environment, emphasizing nutritious meal preparation for students. Unlike generic food service jobs, it requires adherence to educational nutrition standards, USDA guidelines, and collaboration with elementary supervisors and food service directors.
Daily duties include arriving on time in proper uniform, assisting with cashier operations, ensuring food is wrapped and labeled correctly, maintaining inventory, and supporting cafeteria staff to serve quality meals, all while following strict health and safety protocols.
Fraser's public school system maintains steady demand for Food Service Helpers, especially during the academic year. While competition exists, candidates with Serve Safe certification and dependable attendance have an advantage due to the role's specific certification and reliability requirements.
Food Service Helpers in Fraser typically earn between $12 and $15 per hour, aligned with regional school district contracts. Compensation often follows negotiated food service agreements, reflecting experience, certification, and consistent performance throughout the school year.
At this organization, the Food Service Helper supports cafeteria staff by ensuring stations are staffed, maintaining food safety standards, performing cash handling, and assisting with inventory, contributing to a smooth operation that enhances students' meal experience.
Yes, Fraser's local health regulations mandate strict adherence to food handling, storage, and sanitation procedures. Food Service Helpers must routinely wrap, label, and date ingredients properly to prevent contamination, ensuring compliance with both local and USDA standards.
Starting as a Food Service Helper offers foundational experience leading to roles like Food Service Associate or Supervisor. Gaining certifications and demonstrating reliability can open pathways to management or specialized food service coordinator positions within educational institutions.
Candidates should be prepared for frequent walking, standing, and lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally. The role requires stamina and the ability to maintain hygiene standards, including wearing uniforms and protective gear, to meet ADA requirements and ensure safety.
The organization conducts annual evaluations through the elementary supervisor and food service director, providing feedback and support to ensure Food Service Helpers meet operational expectations and maintain high-quality meal service aligned with school nutrition goals.
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