Cafe Assistant
Payment:$12/Hr
Job Location:Raleigh
Brief Description:

Café Assistant – Child Nutrition Services

Wake County Public School System (WCPSS)

School Year 2025–2026

Pay Rate: $12.00/hour


Multiple openings available across Wake County!


As a Café Assistant, you will support the preparation and service of nutritious meals to students while maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming cafeteria environment. This role plays a key part in the success of our school nutrition program and contributes to a positive dining experience for all.
Job Function:


  1. Assist in preparing meals by following standardized recipes and portion guidelines.
  2. Learn and apply quantity food preparation methods and procedures.
  3. Properly operate and care for kitchen equipment.
  4. Follow all sanitation and food safety standards.
  5. Follow assigned work and cleaning schedules.
  6. Label, store, and handle leftover food properly.
  7. Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
  8. Maintain cleanliness in kitchen, serving lines, dining areas, tables, and floors.
  9. Assist in any area as directed by your supervisor.
  10. Comply with policies and procedures in the employee handbook.
  11. Communicate positively with students, staff, parents, and visitors.


Job Requirement:

  • Must pass a background check and physical examination, including TB testing.
  • Must complete 520 hours through the agency before becoming eligible to apply for permanent positions with WCPSS. (Permanent hire is not guaranteed and is based on application and selection for open positions.)
  • Reliable attendance and flexibility to work at various school locations as needed.



Additional Information:

  • Specific school assignments will be available closer to the start of the school year.
  • Orientation will begin in August 2025.


Contact Details:

For immediate consideration, please call/text us at 919-809-8806.