Cafeteria Worker at Region 12 School District

EdAdvance; Washington (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedules

Generous paid time off

Health & wellness programs

Staff learning days

Professional development

Job summary

EdAdvance is seeking a General Cafeteria Worker to join the Region 12 school food service program. You will be part of a team providing healthy, compliant lunches to students, under supervision of the Food Service Director in Operations.

The position is part-time, academic calendar-based, with 3 hours per day, Monday through Friday, and an anticipated start date in late August 2026. EdAdvance offers flexible schedules and a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Food service or catering experience a plus.
• Ability to operate and care for institutional/industrial equipment.
• Ability to drive and deliver food.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Must be detail oriented and keep accurate records as directed.
• Requires working independently and as a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food which may involve basic cooking and serving to students.
• Deliver meals to district Elementary Schools with EdAdvance vehicle.
• Follow sanitation and health codes governing food preparation and personal appearance.
• Work with hot ovens, sharp tools, slippery floors, and some heavy lifting.
• General knowledge of food and nutrition preferred.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail oriented

Team player

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

EdAdvance is one of Connecticut's six Regional Educational Service Centers (RESCs). EdAdvance is also a partner in the RESC Alliance and works collaboratively with the other RESC groups to support state-wide initiatives.

Mission

EdAdvance exists to promote the success of school districts and their communities.

EdAdvance is redefining what a Regional Education Service Center can be using a systemic approach grounded in the "3C's", Connection Culture, and Customization. Focused on local and regional priorities, we are reinvesting the expertise, energy, and resources of the agency to amplify the benefit of our constituents.

A continuing commitment to quality and excellence is our standard of performance. EdAdvance has over 600 employees with facility locations in Litchfield, Danbury, Plymouth, and Torrington.

What We Offer Employees

• A highly collaborative work environment
• A high employee retention rate and recognition for years of service (at 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, and 30 years)
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental Insurance (30+ hours/week)
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Generous paid time off policies
• Health & wellness programs
• Reimbursement for Professional Development
• Staff learning days
• Agency-wide annual celebrations

The General Cafeteria Worker works under the supervision of the Food Service Director in the Division of Operations and reports to the kitchen manager or team leader.

This position is a part time academic calendar position. 3 hours per day, Monday through Friday.

Position open until filled / Anticipated start date August 25, 2026

Position Description

The General Cafeteria Worker will be working for EdAdvance in a food service program that provides quality meals to students at Region 12. You will be part of a team that provides healthy, compliant lunches to students.

Major Responsibilities

• Tasks include preparing food which may involve basic cooking, serving food to students, cleaning kitchen equipment and putting away stock / deliveries.
• Ability to drive and deliver meals to district Elementary Schools with EdAdvance vehicle.
• Follows all sanitation and health codes governing food preparation and personal appearance
• Works with hot ovens, sharp tools, slippery floors, and some heavy lifting
• General knowledge of food and nutrition preferred
• Other duties as may be assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous food service or catering experience a plus
• Ability to operate and care for institutional/industrial equipment
• Ability to drive and deliver food
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Must be detail oriented and keep accurate records as directed
• Possess good judgment
• Requires working independently and as a team
• Regular and consistent attendance is considered an essential function of this position

Physical Requirements

• Moves and lifts equipment weighting up to 50 pounds
• Ability to drive EdAdvance vehicle
• Moves throughout the school kitchen to prepare food and perform other duties.
• Must be able to push and pull carts

EdAdvance does not discriminate in any of its programs, activities or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran, marital or familial status, pregnancy, genetic information, or status as a domestic violence victim, (along with any other classification protected by law). EdAdvance further provides equal access to the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and all other designated youth groups. To file a complaint of discrimination, write Director, Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Washington, DC 20250-9410, or the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, 450 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT 06103. Any person having inquiries concerning EdAdvance's compliance with its nondiscrimination policies and procedures, including compliance with Section 504, Title VI or Title IX, should contact: [e-mail]

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state law, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Applicants requiring an accommodation to complete the application or interview process should contact Human Resources.