Food Service Cafeteria Worker 7 hr

John F. Kennedy Middle School; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

John F. Kennedy Middle School in Waltham, MA is hiring a Food Service Cafeteria Worker for a 7-hour shift. You will support the school food service program, set up serving areas, serve meals, and ensure sanitary conditions.

The role requires cash handling, ability to stand for long periods, and lifting up to 40 lbs. Safe Serve training must be completed within 6 months of probation. Immediate start.

Qualifications

• Must take Safe Serve course within first 6 month probation period.
• Cash handling and operating a cash register.
• Able to stand for the full shift and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Must communicate effectively with students and adults.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties to maintain clean, sanitary school food service facilities.
• Set up serving areas and steam tables; serve food to students and faculty.
• Count milk and other items as assigned.
• Adhere to safety and sanitation procedures.
• Perform related duties as assigned by the manager.

Skills

Cash handling

Food service

Safety & sanitation

Communication

Job description

Waltham Public Schools John F. Kennedy Middle School - Waltham, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Food Service Cafeteria Worker 7 Hours

• Performs a variety of duties related to the school food service program, to maintain food service facilities in a clean and sanitary condition
• Set up serving areas and steam tables; serve food to students and faculty
• Count milk and other food items as assigned.
• Adhere to safe and sanitary working practices and procedures. Must take “Safe Serve” course within first 6 month probation period. (Non-substitutes)
• Collect money and make change. Use a cash register effectively
• Assure food items and supplies are stored properly
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned by manager
• Must be able to stand for duration of work shift
• Must be able to lift 40lbs.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instruction
• Communicate both verbally and written with students and adults effectively

Non- Discrimination Notice: Waltham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender, gender identity or sexual orientation.

Waltham Public Schools has partnered with the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education (MPDE) in our effort to welcome diverse candidates to our school system. We value and prioritize the hiring of educators who bring a wealth of perspectives and experiences to our schools, and who reflect the diversity of the students we serve.

MPDE is a collaborative of public school districts with a 40-year uninterrupted history committed to supporting the interest of its members to increase the numbers of teachers of color for their schools by providing recruitment support and related services.

Job Details

Job ID: 5973470

Application Deadline: Nov 10, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 27, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Food Service Cafeteria Worker 7 Hours

• Performs a variety of duties related to the school food service program, to maintain food service facilities in a clean and sanitary condition
• Set up serving areas and steam tables; serve food to students and faculty
• Count milk and other food items as assigned.
• Adhere to safe and sanitary working practices and procedures. Must take “Safe Serve” course within first 6 month probation period. (Non-substitutes)
• Collect money and make change. Use a cash register effectively
• Assure food items and supplies are stored properly
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned by manager
• Must be able to stand for duration of work shift
• Must be able to lift 40lbs.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instruction
• Communicate both verbally and written with students and adults effectively

Salary: As per the Food Services contract .

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Email: [e-mail]

Position Type:

Full-Time

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Food Service

Non- Discrimination Notice

Waltham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender, gender identity or sexual orientation.

MPDE Partnership

Waltham Public Schools has partnered with the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education (MPDE) in our effort to welcome diverse candidates to our school system. We value and prioritize the hiring of educators who bring a wealth of perspectives and experiences to our schools, and who reflect the diversity of the students we serve.

MPDE is a collaborative of public school districts with a 40-year uninterrupted history committed to supporting the interest of its members to increase the numbers of teachers of color for their schools by providing recruitment support and related services.