SUBSTITUE School Nutrition General Worker (Casual/Seasonal)

The Colonial School District is a prominent educational institution located in the New Castle, Delaware area, comprising more than 16 schools and serving over 10,000 students. The district is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment to create warm, joyful, student-centered, and welcoming schools for all. With a focus on equity in education, the district embraces the philosophy known as the Power of We – an organizational framework aimed at enhancing early childhood education, leadership and learning, innovation, and access and opportunity for all students. The district’s commitment to diversity and equity is reflected in its non-discriminatory employment practices and dedication to providing equal opportunities regardless of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, domicile, marital status, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. The position of Nutrition Services Substitute School Nutrition General Worker is a casual/seasonal role within the district, offering flexible, as-needed work across various school sites throughout the district. This substitute role typically involves working three hours per day, with shifts commonly scheduled from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. or 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This flexible arrangement means hours are not guaranteed, offering an ideal opportunity for individuals seeking part-time work with adaptable schedules. Compensation for this role is set at $20.58 per hour, with an anticipated pay increase scheduled for September 19, 2025. The position is classified as non-exempt and operates within a 10-month work year. The primary goal of this position focuses on supporting the District’s School Nutrition program by providing meal services to children during breakfast and/or lunch periods. Responsibilities include setting up serving lines, preparing and delivering food to students and staff, cashiering, dishwashing, and maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards in kitchen and service areas. These duties are essential to ensuring that meals are prepared, served, and stored safely to promote food safety and sanitation while creating a warm and inviting dining experience for students and staff. The Nutrition Services Substitute Worker is also expected to assist with recording inventory, practicing safe food handling, and collaborating with kitchen managers and other team members to maintain the smooth operation of meal service. This role demands individuals who are willing to learn, demonstrate strong initiative, and enjoy contributing to fast-paced environments. This position requires willingness to abide by health and safety protocols including completion of training such as ServeSafe certification and other district-sponsored in-service opportunities to promote personal and professional growth. Physical demands include the ability to lift up to 40 pounds, work in varied temperature environments, and stand for extended periods on cement floors. Employees in this role must possess effective communication skills and be capable of following instructions independently or cooperatively working with others. The ideal candidate will embrace a positive attitude, display personal cleanliness, and uphold sanitation standards to ensure a pleasant and safe food service operation throughout the schools served by the Colonial School District. Overall, this substitute role provides an impactful way to contribute to student wellbeing through nutrition in a supportive, community-focused educational setting.

• must possess high school diploma or equivalent
• must be able to read and write
• must be able to follow instructions and take initiative
• willingness to learn or knowledge of USDA meal pattern requirements
• willingness to attend district-sponsored in-service training and ServeSafe certification
• must be willing to cashier
• must display personal cleanliness and uphold sanitation standards
• mental ability to work in fast-paced environment
• physical ability to tolerate temperature extremes
• must be able to lift up to 40 pounds
• must be able to stand for up to six hours on cement floors