Food Service Associates

Young World Physical Education; Jefferson (MA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Wachusett Regional School District is hiring for Food Service Associates. The positions are part-time across multiple schools, with 3 hours per day during the school year. Staff will support serving meals, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and ensure proper food storage and disposal.

Candidates must meet citizenship/residency requirements and can contact the district for further details. This role offers flexible scheduling within the district’s cafeteria operations.

Qualifications

• Food service experience or willingness to learn in a school setting.
• Knowledge of food safety guidelines and serving practices.
• Ability to assist in food preparation and meal distribution.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the preparation and serving of food to the student body.
• Assisting in the daily cleanup of the kitchen and service areas.
• Assuming responsibilities for storage and disposal of unused food.
• Ensuring nutritional meals and snacks are provided and food safety guidelines are followed.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by the Head Food Service Associate or Principal.

Skills

Food service

Food safety

Kitchen sanitation

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Food Service Associates

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Job Details

Job ID: 5836846

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 16, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 25, 2026

Job Description

The Wachusett Regional School District encourages all candidates who are committed to enriching the lives of our student population to apply.

Our Core Values are: Collaboration, Empathy, Inclusivity, Integrity, Perseverance, Responsibility.

Our Mission: To ensure a vibrant, inclusive, and respectful educational community in which we foster a safe, nurturing, and welcoming environment. Provide all students with equitable opportunities for deep and meaningful learning through multiple pathways. Empower all students to develop and apply their unique strengths, passions, and curiosities. Partner with our community to meet our goals while optimizing the effective and efficient use of our resources.

Position: Food Service Associate (.5)

Location: Multiple Schools Available

Pay: Wachusett Cafeteria Association Salary Schedule , Level I

Hours: Part-Time position (School Year, 182 days); 3 hrs daily

Available positions:

• WRHS - 3hr & 4.5hr FSAs
• Mountview - 3hr FSA
• Davis Hill / ECC - 3hr FSA
• Paxton - 3hr FSA
• Central Tree - 3hr FSA
• Glenwood - 3hr FSA

Part-time Food Service Associate position is available. Food Service Associates will be responsible for:

• Assisting in the preparation and serving of food to the student body.
• Assisting in the daily cleanup of the kitchen and service areas.
• Assuming responsibilities for storage and disposal of any unused food product.
• Ensuring that nutritional meals and or snacks are provided and that food safety guidelines are adhered to.
• Perform other related tasks required by the Head Food Service Associate or School Principal.

The Wachusett Regional School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other class protected by law.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Administration > Food Services

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Margaret E Barton, Director of School Nutrition
• Central Office
• Phone: [phone] x278
• Email: [e-mail]