Cafeteria Worker Substitute (District)-(SY25-26)

Scituate Public School District; Scituate (MA); On-site; USD 28,006; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution seeks a Cafeteria Worker Substitute to prepare and serve food, maintain cleanliness, and ensure customer satisfaction in a fast-paced environment. The role requires effective communication skills, high school diploma or GED, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Pay is $20.33 per hour, and candidates must have authorization to work in the United States by the start date. Strong interpersonal skills are essential, along with a commitment to a diverse work environment.

Qualifications

• Effective communication in a school environment.
• Ability to work on feet for long periods.
• Capability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare various food items following standard recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen and food areas.
• Serve food to students and staff.
• Collect payments accurately for food items.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work in fast-paced environments

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Cafeteria Worker Substitute (District) (SY25-26)

Scituate Public School District Central Office (District) – Scituate, Massachusetts

Job ID: 5352615
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Sep 30, 2025 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 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:

Hours Per/day: TBD
Location: TBD
Pay: $20.33 per hour

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.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Contact Information

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