Food Service - Technician (Foster)

Foster Elementary School; Hingham (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Foster Elementary School in Hingham, MA is seeking a Part-Time Food Service Technician to assist with breakfast and lunch operations at Foster Elementary. The role includes operating the point of sale system and ensuring safe, nutritious meals for students.

The position requires ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 45 pounds, and work in a kitchen environment. Prior POS experience is a plus; ServSafe certification is a plus. Citizenship or work authorization is required.

Qualifications

• Standing for prolonged periods.
• Lifts up to 45 pounds.
• Exposure to heat during cooking.
• Dexterity with knives and kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and food safety procedures.
• Prepare nutritious meals and snacks to support program participation.
• Ensure proper serving temperature and palatability.
• Ensure portion control to minimize waste.
• Handle cash and transactions efficiently.
• Rotate stock and maintain inventory levels.
• Maintain sanitation in the facility.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Manager or Director.

Skills

Cash handling

Stamina

Heat tolerance

Kitchen dexterity

POS familiarity

ServSafe knowledge

Tools

POS systems

Job description

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Food Service - Technician (Foster)

Hingham Public Schools (MA) Foster Elementary School - Hingham, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

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Job Details

Job ID: 5930466

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 17, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Food Service Technician

Location: Foster Elementary

Part time 4 hours/day (20 hrs/week)

Job summary

Food Service Technicians prepare, cook and serve breakfast and lunch for students. Food Service Technicians also operate the Point of Sales register.

Qualifications

• Able to work in a standing position for prolonged periods.
• Able to lift materials weighing up to 45 pounds.
• Able to be exposed to heat while cooking and preparing foods.
• Has manual dexterity to handle knives and other pieces of kitchen equipment such as slicers, mixers and steamers.
• Hazards may include, but are not limited to cuts from knives and slicers, burns.
• Experience with a computerized point of sales system would be a plus.
• Current Certificate in Servsafe food handler would be a plus.
• Partake in any other Professional Development scheduled by the Director and required by the USDA under the Professional Standards Requirements.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and adhering to food safety procedures
• Produces appealing, nutritious meals and snacks to maintain and grow the program participation and satisfaction for both students and adults.
• Ensures proper serving temperature and palatability of food prior to serving.
• Ensures proper portion control measures are followed to eliminate food shortages and minimize waste.
• Must be able handle cash and transactions quickly and appropriately
• Follow procedures to maintain appropriate inventory levels, & rotate stock.
• Maintains an appropriate level of sanitation in the facility following safe food handling practices.
• Performs other tasks as assigned by the Manager or the Food Service Director and/or Assistant Food Service Director.

Benefits Information

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Terms of Employment

Please see this link for the Collective Bargaining Agreement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hingham Public Schools does not and will not discriminate on the basis ofrace (race to include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture, hair type, hair length and protective hairstyles), color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, religion, disability, age, genetic information, active military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, or pregnancy-related condition, homelessness, foster care status, ancestry, ethnic background, national origin, socio-economic status, language acquisition status, or any other category protected by state or federal law in the administration of its educational and employment policies, or in its programs and activities.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $21.92 to $24.49 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Marisa Biagini , Administrative Assistant
• Food Services
• Email: [e-mail]