Cafeteria II - Food Services Assistant/Cook

Portsmouth School Department; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Portsmouth School District's Portsmouth High School in Portsmouth, New Hampshire is seeking a Cafeteria II Food Services Assistant/Cook/Bookkeeper to support quality nutrition and safe meal service for students. This full-time position requires a High School Diploma or GED.

Starting pay is $18.25 per hour, with the rate depending on experience and certification. Duties include food preparation, maintaining sanitation standards, operating kitchen equipment, and coordinating with the unit manager

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains quality standards for food production and service.
• Ensures high levels of food safety and sanitation.
• Communicates with unit manager and staff.
• Performs duties in an ethical and professional manner.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Cafeteria II - Food Services Assistant/Cook

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Job Details

Job ID: 5919193
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 09, 2026 3:18 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Cafeteria II Food Services Assistant/Cook/Bookkeeper
Position Purpose
The role and assignments of a Cafeteria II Food Services Assistant/Cook, Bookkeeperis to ensure quality nutrition and standards.
Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Maintains high standards of control for quality food production and service. Must be comfortable using knives and kitchen equipment.
• Maintains an environment conducive to protecting the health and well-being of the students, through high levels of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Maintains quality standards for the presentation and service of food in a pleasant environment.
• Ensures compliance with school/district policies and procedures.
• Implements administrative policies for proper use and care of all equipment.
• Performs all duties and responsibilities in an ethical and professional manner.
• Communicates effectively with unit manager and other employees.

Additional Duties
Assumes other responsibilities as specified by the Director of Food Services.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in school building environments.
Qualification Profile
Education
High School Diploma or GED required
FLSA Status: Exempt
Pay Rate: Starting pay from $18.25 an hour depending on experience and certification.

Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Welcome to Portsmouth High School

The highly desirable City of Portsmouth NH (population 23,000) honors its deep history while remaining engaged in shaping its future. Portsmouth is conveniently located to Boston and Portland, Maine, the ocean, and an easy drive to the beautiful Lakes Region and the White Mountains. The city attracts visitors worldwide and year round.

Contact Information

• Karley Lapierre , Administrative Assistant
• 1 Junkins Avenue, Suite 402
• Portsmouth, New Hampshire 03801
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]