Cafeteria Worker 4 hours-(SHS)-(SY26-27)

Scituate High School; Scituate (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Scituate High School is seeking a dedicated Cafeteria Worker for a 4-hour daily shift within the Scituate Public Schools. You will assist with food preparation, serve meals to students and staff, and ensure compliance with USDA guidelines and safety standards in a fast-paced school kitchen.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and current food safety certifications. Strong interpersonal skills and physical stamina are necessary to support a friendly, efficient dining experience for

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Safe Serve or similar certified Food Safety certificate is required.
• Food Allergy Awareness Certification is required.
• Choke Safe Certification is required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced operation and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States on day one.

Responsibilities

• Prepares or assists in the preparation of a variety of foods following recipes and portions.
• Maintains clean and sanitary kitchen areas and storage spaces.
• Sets up serving lines and steam tables; serves food to students and staff.
• Follows safety and sanitation protocols and maintains logs.
• Operates POS system to record transactions and handle payments.

Skills

Good interpersonal skills

Fast-paced environment

Ability to lift 50lbs

Education

High School diploma or GED

Food Safety certificate (Safe Serve or equivalent)

Food Allergy Awareness Certification

Choke Safe Certification

Job description

Cafeteria Worker 4 hours-(SHS)-(SY26-27)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5910864

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Cafeteria Worker performs routine tasks in the preparation and serving of various food items. The goal is to produce high quality, fresh and tasty foods, with nutritional integrity within the time constraints of our school schedule. Meals served will be compliant with regulations set forth under the USDA National School Lunch Program. The Cafeteria Worker must have a high awareness of customer satisfaction and project a genuine friendly and helpful attitude toward our customers and students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares or assists in the preparation of a variety of foods; follows standard recipes, menus and portion control protocols.
• Under supervision, the Cafeteria Worker helps maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen, food prep and storage areas. This includes, but not limited to, wiping down of tables, sweeping, cleaning of equipment.
• Sets up serving lines and steam tables
• Serves food to students, faculty and guests.
• Follows safety and sanitation protocols at all times. Complies with handwashing/glove polices.
• Ensures that foods and supplies are properly stored; labels facing out and food items labeled and dated. Completes temperature and sanitation logs.
• Washes, sanitizes, and stores dishes, pans, and utensils. Scrubs and sanitize work areas.
• Cashier; collects payments for food items, records transactions in the point of sale system accurately. Proficient in “offer vs. serve” and USDA reimbursable meals
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.

QUALIFICATIONS-REQUIRED:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Must hold current Safe Serve or similar approved Food Safety certificate.
• Must have current Food Allergy Awareness Certification.
• Choke Safe Certification.
• Must be able to effectively work in a fast paced operation with a diverse staff.
• Must participate in professional development and training in Child Nutrition to meet or exceed minimum USDA professional standards
• Must have good interpersonal skills.
• Works on feet most of day, ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Current authorization to work in the United States by the first day of employment.

QUALIFICATIONS-PREFERRED:

• Prior experience working in a school cafeteria or restaurant preferred.

TERMS:4 Hours Per/day, SHS

The Scituate Public Schools have a commitment to maintaining an educational environment and workplace that establishes programs and support mechanisms to recruit and retain staff and ensure appropriate staffing levels that meet the needs of all students through a highly qualified and diverse workforce. Candidates who have a strong commitment to active antiracism are encouraged to apply.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Bigotry and intolerance, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, homeless status or disability are not tolerated and where any form of intimidation, threat, coercion and/or harassment that insults the dignity of others and interferes with their freedom to learn or work is unacceptable.

Group: Food Service Cafeteria Worker

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Patrick Legare , Foodservice Director
• Central Office (District)
• Phone: [phone] ex11144
• Email: [e-mail]