Food Service Worker

Codman Academy; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 47,626 - 69,745; Full time

Job summary

Codman Academy in Massachusetts is looking for a Food Services Worker responsible for preparing and serving meals to students and staff. The role requires a High School Diploma and at least 1 year of experience in a relevant position. The ideal candidate must be ServSafe certified or obtain certification within 30 days of hire. This full-time position involves operating kitchen equipment, following safety protocols, and ensuring the cleanliness of kitchen areas. Compensation is based on experience, starting from $47,626 annually.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Must be ServSafe certified, or obtain certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing meals according to guidelines.
• Follow all safety and sanitation procedures.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment.
• Inspect food quality and storage conditions.
• Serve meals to students daily.

Skills

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects

Skill in cooking and preparing a variety of foods

Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Salary Range: $47,626.00 To $69,745.00 Annually

Job Title: Food Services Worker

Start Date/Hours: July 1 - June 30; Monday through Friday (Full time 6:00am-2:30pm)

Compensation: Codman Academy Charter Public School follows a compensation scale based on years of direct experience. 1 year experience starts at $47,626 (with Associates) to 12+ years direct experience starting at $69,745 (with AA) annually.

Description: The Food Services Worker is responsible for preparing and serving daily breakfast, lunch and snack to students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing breakfast, lunch and snack meals in accordance with the National School Lunch Program, as well as CACPS guidelines.
• Follow all regulations, policies, and procedures regarding food handling, personal hygiene, safety, and proper sanitation as directed by the Department of Health and the Food Services Director.
• Operate dishwasher, dispose of trash; sweep and mop kitchen areas and ensure constant cleanliness of floors, tables, and kitchen equipment.
• Operate, maintain, and/or clean food service equipment including temperature controlled storage units, dry storage containers, steamers, oven, meat slicers, knives, pots, pans, floor, wall, and outside areas.
• Attend to day‑to‑day problems and needs concerning equipment and food supplies; detect and ensure disposition of spoiled or unattractive food, defective supplies/equipment, and/or unusual conditions.
• Complete Production Records, including documentation of food temperatures as well as all coolers.
• Inspect all delivered items to ensure that they are of high quality and proper temperature for storage.
• Review all invoiced items delivered to ensure that all items have been received.
• Maintain entire kitchen in the absence of the Food Services Director.
• Transport food, dishes, trays, and utensils from kitchens and storage to serving sites either by carrying or by utilizing a cart.
• Provide guidance and training to other employees and volunteers performing related work.
• Serve student breakfast and lunch daily.
• Maintain inventories as needed and report immediately when items are low.
• Direct all questions to the Food Services Director or Food Services Supervisor.
• Perform other duties that may be assigned by the Head of School, or Director of Operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• At least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Must be ServSafe certified, or obtain certification within 30 days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
• Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.
• Knowledge of food service set‑up and temperature requirements.
• Skill in cooking and preparing a variety of foods.
• Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards.
• Able to stand for long periods of time, bend, kneel, and reach to store/retrieve supplies.
• Able to lift, carry, and push supplies and heavy boxes.

Non-discrimination Policy

Codman Academy does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, disability, sex/gender, gender identity, religious beliefs, national origin, ancestry, retaliation, sexual orientation, genetics or military status and does not tolerate any form of discrimination, intimidation, threat, coercion, and/or harassment that insults the dignity of others by interfering with their freedom to learn and work.