Cafeteria Worker

Concord Public Schools and Concord-Carlisle Regional School District; Concord (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Concord Public Schools and Concord-Carlisle Regional School District is seeking a Cafeteria Worker in Concord, MA. This part-time role involves preparing meals, serving students, and supporting daily kitchen operations under supervision.

Responsibilities include operating kitchen equipment, maintaining records, and upholding high sanitation and safety standards in a non air conditioned school cafeteria environment.

Qualifications

• Education: High school or equivalency diploma. Serve Safe certification.
• Physical stamina: standing, walking, and lifting up to 35 lbs in a non air conditioned kitchen.
• Citizenship, residency or work authorization required.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of meal production, serving, and ala carte sales.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as convection ovens, mixers, and food processor.
• Maintain daily production records and sanitation standards.
• Attend food service meetings and participate in training programs.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Cash handling

Flexibility

Teamwork

Communication

Lift up to 35 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Serve Safe certification

Tools

Cash Register

Convection ovens

Mixer

Food processor

Meat slicer

Microwave

Job description

Concord Public Schools and Concord-Carlisle Regional School District Food Services - Concord, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Cafeteria Worker

Job Details

Job ID: 5857111

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 28, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Position Description:
The cafeteria worker will receive daily instruction from the Lead Cook on the tasks in which to complete for the day.

Major Responsibilities

• Required to perform all aspects of meal production, serving, ala carte sales
• Perform duties assigned by cook, including standing for long periods of time and lifting 35 lbs without assistance
• Required to operate all commercial equipment in kitchen including convection ovens, mixers, food processor, meat slicer and microwave
• Maintain daily production records
• Clean as assigned by cook, working with various household and industrial cleaners such as chlorine bleach, grease cutters, oven cleaners and sanitizer
• Maintain high standards of work habits, sanitation and safety
• Must keep hair restrained at all times when working with food
• Must wear vinyl or plastic gloves while handling food
• Understand oral and written instruction
• Demonstrates regular attendance and punctuality
• Must deal courteously with the students, staff, parents and public
• Maintains an effective working relationship with other employees
• Must behave in a manner that maintains a respectful work environment
• Attends all food service meetings and participates in the in-service training programs as scheduled

Position Type: Part-time

Salary: $21 to $23 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Food Service

Welcome to Food Services

Concord Public Schools and Concord-Carlisle Regional School District's mission is to educate all students as lifelong learners, creative thinkers, caring citizens, and responsible contributors in our increasingly diverse global society. We embrace our diverse community regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, gender expression, religion, disability-mental or physical -sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status. We welcome, respect, value, and encourage our employees, students, and families to share their cultures with those they work, learn, and interact with, fostering a greater sense of cultural humility for all. We understand the commitment it takes to cultivate healthy learning and working environments that balance psychological safety with accountability.Our district is committed to hiring, mentoring, and retaining a racially diverse staff. We are intentional about increasing the representation of Educators of Color in teaching and leadership positions across our schools. We are relentless in our efforts to bolster equity in both academic and learning spaces by fostering a culture of equity, inclusivity, and belonging, and ensuring our employees and students have equitable access to resources and opportunities needed to thrive.We do not exclude from participation, deny the benefits of Concord Public Schools and Concord-Carlisle Regional School District from or otherwise discriminate against, individuals based on race*, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, active military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, or pregnancy-related condition, homelessness, ancestry, ethnic background, national origin, or any other category protected by state or federal law in the administration of its educational and employment policies, or in its programs and activities (*race to include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture, hair type, hair length and protective hairstyles).

Job Requirements

• Skills and Knowledge Required:
  Basic computer skills/Cash Register
  Machinery related to job assignments
  Ability to be flexible and handle a variety of tasks
  Ability to work cooperatively with others
  Knowledge of basic operations of a school cafeteria
  Demonstrates a knowledge of basic math
  The ability to express a service oriented attitude, communicate effectively with others and work with limited supervision
  Education:
  High school or equivalency diploma. Serve Safe certification.
  Physical Activity:
  Duties are typically performed in areas related to the kitchen. Work is performed walking or standing. Physical stamina is required to tolerate continuous standing, stooping, reaching, walking, bending and lifting objects weighing up to 35 lbs. is required in a non air conditioned kitchen
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jess Brown , District Chef Manager
• 120 Meriam Road
• Concord, Massachusetts 01742
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]