Substitute-Food Service
Fairfield Community School District
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Job overview
Fairfield Community School District is hiring a Substitute-Food Service. The Substitute Food Service position with Fairfield Community School District prepares and serves school meals in a safe, clean environment, supporting kitchen operations across all district buildings. The role assists the kitchen manager, follows safety and hygiene standards, and contributes to efficient food service while interacting positively with staff and community members.
Key focus areas include Adhere to applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, safety standards, board policies and administrative rules., Assist the kitchen manager with food preparation as assigned., and Operate dish washing machine and wash utensils, pans, and sheet pans..
Important skills include HACCP Principles, Dish Washing Machine Operation, Food Preparation, Recipe Measuring And Mixing, Interpersonal Interaction, and Meeting Deadlines.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
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Full job description
Substitute-Food Service JobID: 2488
- Position Type:
Support Staff/ Food Service
- Date Posted:
8/13/2026
- Location:
All Buildings
FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Job Position Title: Cook-Substitute
Supervisor: Building Administrator/Food Service Director
Status: Substitute
Job Goal:To prepare and serve school meals in a safe and clean environment. It is the goal every position to provide services which will ensure the successful and efficient operations of the FCSD.
Qualifications:
High School diploma
Experience or equivalent training in food services preferred
Ability to positively interact with support staff/district employees and community members
Provide documentation of acceptable health via an initial employment physical with capabilities to fulfill the duties of this position
Maintain good personal hygiene
Ability to meet deadlines
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Responsibilities:
Adhere to applicable state and federal laws, rules, and regulations, safety standards, board policies and administrative rules.
Assist the kitchen manager with food preparation as assigned.
Assist in utensil/pan/sheet pan washing or operating dish washing machine.
Prepare food items as directed.
Measure and mix recipes as part of the food preparation process.
Contribute to the cleanliness, efficiency and successful operation of the food preparation/serving facility.
Assist in the preparation and serving of breakfast menu items.
Utilize the HACCP principles in assuring the safety of food preparation and implementation of standard operating procedures as applied to the food service area.
Dress appropriately for the position and work required.
Complete all general duties and tasks associated with this assigned position in a timely and efficient manner.
The listed responsibilities would be typical. Other responsibilities may be assigned by the Building Administrator/Director of Auxiliary Services on an "as needed" basis.
Terms of Employment
Salary to be established by the support staff wage scale.
Hours/Contract- Varies/Substitute
Application Process
All applications are to be completed on-line. To complete an on-line application, please go to the District website and click on Employment Opportunities. ( HYPERLINK "http://www.fairfieldsfuture.org" www.fairfieldsfuture.org)
Notice of Non-Discrimination-public notice: It is the policy of the Fairfield Community School District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district's Title IX coordinator and Foster Care Point of Contact-Zach Wigle, Superintendent /Director of Curriculum Fairfield Community School District ACT Center Central Office, 403 South 20th St., Fairfield, IA 52556. Telephone: (641) 472-2655 ((641)%20472-2655) Email: [email protected] or the Equity Coordinator-Evan Marten SBO, Fairfield Community School District ACT Center Central Office, 403 South 20th St., Fairfield, IA 52556 Telephone: (641) 472-2655 ((641)%20472-2655) Email: [email protected]
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