Cafe Part-Time Worker

Young World Physical Education; Carlisle (MA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

Carlisle Public Schools in Carlisle, MA is seeking a part-time Café Kitchen Staff member to support students and staff for the 2026-27 school year. The role runs Monday through Friday when school is in session, four hours per day, with a starting pay range of $19.00 to $22.00 per hour.

Responsibilities include meal preparation, serving lunches with a friendly demeanor, maintaining a clean and safe workspace, and collaborating with the culinary team to ensure smooth daily operations.

Qualifications

• Prior food service experience is preferred but training is available.
• ServSafe certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to stand during shifts and lift up to 30 lbs.
• Positive attitude and support for student health and wellness.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble daily breakfast and lunch items.
• Provide friendly meal service to students and faculty.
• Maintain a clean, safe kitchen and perform dishwashing as required.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Food service experience

ServSafe certification

Job description

Job Description

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Cafe Part-Time Worker

Carlisle Public Schools – Carlisle, Massachusetts

Job ID: 5759804

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 04, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Overview

Join our vibrant school community in August 2026 for the 26-27 school year as a part‑time Kitchen Staff member, where your enthusiasm and culinary skills will help create a welcoming and nourishing environment for students and staff alike. This position offers a dynamic work environment where teamwork, food safety, and creativity are celebrated. The position is Monday through Friday on days when school is in session, 4 hours per day. Pay Range: $19.00 to $22.00 per hour, based on qualifications. Potential for additional hours during the school year.

• Meal Preparation: Assist in the preparation and assembly of daily breakfast and lunch items following established menu plans and dietary guidelines.
• Service with a Smile: Provide friendly, efficient meal service to students and faculty during lunch periods.
• Kitchen Safety: Maintain a clean and organized workspace; perform dishwashing and equipment sanitization in compliance with food safety standards.
• Collaboration: Work effectively with the culinary team to ensure daily operations run smoothly and on schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience: Previous experience in food service or a commercial kitchen is a plus, but we are willing to train the right candidate.
• Certifications: ServSafe certification is preferred (or a willingness to obtain it).
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for the duration of the shift and lift up to 30 lbs.
• Mindset: A positive attitude and a passion for supporting student health and wellness.

Position Type: Part‑time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Welcome to Carlisle Public Schools

VISION & MISSION:Carlisle Public Schools cultivate balanced learners who can stand confidently with one foot in the field and the other in the future.We create a nurturing and individualized experience for our students and highly value personal relationships. We prioritize social-emotional and physical health. We include a project-based approach to help students develop their knowledge, skills, and interests. We provide multiple ways for students to demonstrate understanding and mastery, de-emphasizing state standardized assessments. Students engage in the classroom and in the community, with educators, local experts, and Carlisle’s natural resources to understand how their studies can be applied to civic life to help solve local and global problems. We break down barriers between traditional subjects and create opportunities for students to develop their understanding of the world and extend their perspective and thinking beyond our town borders.A CPS GRADUATE IS:-A resilient and adaptable lifelong learner who is empowered to pursue their interests.-A self-aware and reflective individual who takes responsibility for their actions, outcomes and learning.-A caring, kind and engaged global citizen who works to forward identified goals.+-An advocate for social justice who acts with skill and courage against prejudice andtowards equity.-A creative and competent problem solver, appreciative of diverse thinking.-An independent thinker, willing to question the status quo and weigh the evidence.-An effective communicator & collaborator who can work with diverse teams, listen and articulate thoughts and ideas persuasively.+Current goals are aligned with UN Sustainable Development goals.Non-Discrimination Statement:The Carlisle Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, covered veteran status, disability, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, sex, or sexual orientation or identification. The Carlisle Public Schools will not tolerate any discrimination against or difference in treatment by or among employees, students, visitors, families, or others, based on these characteristics.

Job Requirements

• All employees are required to submit to a national fingerprint-based criminal background check in addition to a state CORI check.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Sara Bardzik , Kitchen Manager
• 83 School Street
• Carlisle, Massachusetts 01741
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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