Food Service Helper 3 hours/day - Westbrook Middle School

Westbrook School Department; United States; On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous benefits

Job summary

Westbrook School Department is hiring a Food Service Helper at Westbrook Middle School. This role involves assisting in the preparation and serving of breakfast, lunch, and snacks to students in grades 5-8. Candidates should have a high school diploma and ideally some food service experience. The position offers competitive pay, generous benefits, and a supportive work environment.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen setting.

Qualifications

• Food service or kitchen experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist cooks and helpers in preparing and serving meals.
• Support the USDA Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program.
• Ensure proper food safety and sanitation practices.
• Maintain work area cleanliness and organization.
• Assist with the setup and cleanup for lunch periods.

Skills

Reliable

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title and Location

Food Service Helper – 3 hours per day at Westbrook Middle School (Job ID: 836).

Date Posted

6/12/2026

Job Summary

A Food Service Helper will work with the cook and kitchen staff to prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and a daily healthy snack to students in grades 5-8, supported by the USDA Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program. The position runs from 10 am to 1 pm.

About the School

Westbrook Middle School is a warm and welcoming community in Westbrook, Maine, celebrating academic growth, multiculturalism, and social and emotional development. The school is proud to be a BARR (Building Assets, Reducing Risks) institution, ensuring every student is recognized, heard, and thriving. The curriculum includes Units of Study for literacy and Zearn for math, offering differentiated instruction. The school fosters a sense of belonging and supports learning through individualized approaches.

About the District

The Westbrook School Department serves a diverse community in a suburb of Portland, Maine. It focuses on a representative and inclusive workforce, supporting students from PK to high school, including career and technical education and adult education. Each school has its own production kitchen. The district emphasizes a collaborative environment, high expectations, and professional learning opportunities, and offers competitive pay and generous benefits.

Responsibilities

• Assist cooks and helpers in preparing and serving meals.
• Support the USDA Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program.
• Ensure proper food safety and sanitation practices.
• Maintain work area cleanliness and organization.
• Assist with the setup and cleanup for lunch periods.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Food service or kitchen experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations desirable.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay and generous benefits (details available upon request or during the interview process).

Posting Information

Postings current as of 7/2/2026.