Cafeteria Lunch Supervisor — K-5 Student Support

Underwood Elementary School; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Underwood Elementary School in Newton, MA is seeking a Lunch Monitor to supervise students during lunch periods, maintain order, and support the Lead Food Service Worker. You will help with meal service, cleanliness, and student safety, reporting to the Principal with Food & Nutrition Services input.

The role emphasizes reliability, basic computer skills, and adherence to school lunch regulations. The position is full-time and on-site in a school cafeteria setting.

Qualifications

• Experience with supervision of students.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Understanding of federal, state, and local lunch program regulations and knowledge of meal pattern requirements.
• Knowledge of proper food safety and sanitation procedures for food service.

Responsibilities

• Work up to 2.5 hours each day, up to 4 days per week.
• Supervise classes of 20+ students in grades K-5 and maintain order during lunch/recess.
• Manage safety and oversight of students during meal service.
• Assist with setup, replenishment, and cleanup of food buffet lines.
• Assist with placing and organizing lunch cards and ringing them through the POS system.
• Communicate with students and staff in a professional manner.
• Ensure cafeteria cleanliness and allergen seating arrangements.
• Guide students to/from classrooms and supervise outdoor recess.

Skills

Experience supervising students

Communication skills

Food safety knowledge

Ability to handle varied issues

Basic computer skills

Job description

Underwood Elementary School in Newton, MA is seeking a Lunch Monitor to supervise students during lunch periods, maintain order, and support the Lead Food Service Worker. You will help with meal service, cleanliness, and student safety, reporting to the Principal with Food & Nutrition Services input.

The role emphasizes reliability, basic computer skills, and adherence to school lunch regulations. The position is full-time and on-site in a school cafeteria setting.