Part-Time Lunch Assistant

Join Our Team at St. John Paul II School! Part-Time Lunch Assistant

St. John Paul II Catholic School | Mitchell, South Dakota
Guided by Faith. Driven by Excellence.

About Us

St. John Paul II Catholic School (Preschool through 6th grade) is seeking a faithful, enthusiastic individual to join our team this fall in nurturing young minds and bodies through nutritious meals and a joyful, faith-filled environment. As part of the Sacred Heart Pastorate and the Diocese of Sioux Falls, we are committed to Catholic liberal education, forming critical thinkers and lifelong learners rooted in the teachings of the Church.

Position Overview

We are looking for a friendly, organized person to help prepare healthy, appealing lunches for our students. An active, practicing Catholic is preferred but not required.

• Schedule: 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Monday–Friday, during the school year.
• Wage: $16/hour, DOE.

Duties

Assist the Coordinator with meal preparation, lunchroom setup, serving lunch, and daily kitchen and lunchroom tasks.

Essential Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent; knowledge of basic food safety practices (ServSafe basics or willingness to train); ability to follow recipes, measure accurately, and prepare food in quantity while maintaining quality and nutrition; effective organizational skills and ability to work independently; joyful, positive attitude and genuine love for interacting with young children; ability to pass a background check (standard for Diocese positions); previous experience preparing or serving large quantities of food, or working with children in educational or childcare settings, is a plus.

Physical Demands

Continuous walking, standing, and moving in the lunchroom and kitchen; occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 25 lbs.; fine motor skills, squatting, bending, and reaching; tolerance for food odors, cleaning chemicals, and varying temperatures; ability to work in a fast-paced environment with young children, with good visual acuity and hearing.

To Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and short cover letter to businessmanager@mitchellcatholic.org or apply at sfcatholic.hireclick.com/jobboard.

Join us in feeding bodies and souls — apply today!

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