Harrisonburg, Virginia, United States · On-site
Our vision: Eastern Mennonite School aspires to embody the love of Jesus as a learning community where every student belongs, thrives, and joins God’s work in the world. Our mission: Eastern Mennonite School, with home a…
Skills: Food Preparation, Time Management, Organizational Skills, Cleaning And Sanitation, Teamwork
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The role involves assisting with food preparation, delivering meals to the elementary building via school van, and performing daily cleaning tasks in the dining hall. The position also requires supporting the team in timely service and maintaining food supply reporting.
Candidates must be able to read and write English, follow instructions, and lift up to 40 pounds. Proficiency in using kitchen equipment and the ability to work under time pressure are essential.
Our vision: Eastern Mennonite School aspires to embody the love of Jesus as a learning community where every student belongs, thrives, and joins God’s work in the world.
Our mission: Eastern Mennonite School, with home and church, invites students to faith in Jesus Christ, academic excellence, personal integrity and compassionate service.
Belonging: At Eastern Mennonite School our commitment to faith compels us to create spaces that are inclusive, that treat all members of our community with respect, and that value each individual’s voice, conscience, identities, lived experiences, and perspectives. We celebrate differences, welcome open and meaningful dialogue, and cultivate critical thinking. Together, we dedicate our actions to working towards peace, equity, and justice in the world around us.
Position:
Food Services -
Support Person
Supervised by:
Dining Hall Team Leader
Positions Supervised:
None
Classification:
Non-Exempt, part time, 15 hours per week, Monday - Friday
Effective Date:
August 2026
Position Description:
To serve as part of a team whereby “all hands on deck” are required for timely preparation, service, and clean up in the school’s food services department. An interest in and appreciation for children and teenagers is important. This position is specifically responsible for assisting with food items for lunch, delivering lunch to the elementary lower building, and cleaning up after lunch service.
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This position description may not be a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising your position. It contains only the facts necessary to evaluate your position on a fair basis.
Eastern Mennonite School (“EMS”) is an equal opportunity employer. This means that EMS will not discriminate against any applicant, and will enforce its employment policies without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related condition, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or parental status, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, EMS is a religious organization and therefore, has the right to employ in ministerial positions, only employees who are committed to the example and teachings of Jesus Christ, who live out that commitment as Anabaptist Christians, and who are dedicated to instilling those same values through their work at EMS.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the school’s non-discrimination policies, including its Title IX policy: Debbie Katz, School Counselor.
