Food Service Worker Job ID 1363

Bedford Public Schools; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Bedford Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Food Service Worker at Bedford High School in Bedford, MA. The role supports the cook/manager with daily kitchen operations, serving meals, and maintaining accurate records under the BSCEA contract.

The position is a 184-day school year role requiring basic sanitation knowledge and the ability to lift 25 pounds and stand for extended periods. Prior food service experience is helpful.

Qualifications

• Basic math for everyday kitchen tasks.
• Ability to prepare and cook in large quantities.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety procedures.
• Ability to set up catering functions.
• Lift at least 25 pounds and stand for several hours.
• Access walk-in freezer as part of duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist cook/manager in preparing, serving and cleanup of the kitchen.
• Fill production records, record meal counts, prepare cash reports, take inventory and place orders.
• Transport money, invoices and time sheets to the food service office.
• Assist in setting up functions and tracking products used by staff.
• Assist in checking in and storing deliveries.
• Inform when products are running low and need to be ordered.
• Ensure correct recording of free/reduced and paid lunches.
• Attend meetings called by the Food Service Director.
• Report problems or concerns to the Food Service Director.
• Adhere to sanitation and safety procedures.
• Report inappropriate student behavior to staff.
• Fill in for cook/manager when needed.
• Adhere to uniform policy.
• Serve as a positive role model for students.
• Uphold high standards of customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned by cook/manager or Food Service Director.

Skills

Math calculations

Large-quantity cooking

Sanitation & safety

Catering setup

Lifting 25 pounds

Stand 3-6 hours

Walk-in freezer access

Job description

Food Service Worker Job ID 1363

Bedford Public Schools Bedford High School - Bedford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5946074

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 30, 2026 7:06 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Bedford Public Schools

Invites applications for the position of:

Food Service Worker

Description: To assist the Cook/Manager in the effort to insure an efficient and harmonious operation of the school cafeteria, adhering to federal and state program guidelines.

This position is a school year (184 day) position. School Food & Nutrition experience helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assist the cook/manager in preparing, serving and clean-up of the kitchen.
• Assist cook/manager in filling out production records, recording meal counts, preparing cash reports, taking inventory and placing orders.
• Transport money, invoices and time sheets to the food service office.
• Assist in setting up functions and keeping track of products taken by teachers and administrators.
• Assist the cook/manager in the checking in and the storing of deliveries.
• Inform cook/manager of products that are running low and need to be ordered.
• Ensure proper procedures for recognizing students receiving free, reduced and paid lunches are being followed and accurately recorded.
• Attend meetings called by the Food Service Director.
• Inform Food Service Director of any problems or concerns.
• Adhere to proper sanitation and safety procedures.
• Report inappropriate student behavior to a teacher or the principal.
• Fill in for cook/manager when needed.
• Adhere to uniform policy.
• Serve as a positive role model for students.
• Uphold the highest standards of customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the cook/manager or Food Service Director.

Qualifications

• Perform simple math equations.
• Prepare and cook in large quantities.
• Evidence knowledge of sanitation and safety procedures and practices.
• Ability to prepare and set up catering functions.
• Lift a minimum of 25 pounds.
• The ability to stand for a 3-6 hour shift.
• Ability to enter a walk-in freezer.

Salary/Benefits

Per BSCEA contract

Bedford Public Schools are committed to hiring, mentoring, and retaining a diverse staff. We are relentless in our efforts to bolster equity, in both academic and work spaces, by fostering a culture of belonging and ensuring our diverse employees and students have equitable access to the resources and opportunities needed to thrive personally, professionally, and academically

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Contact Information

• Gillian Chartier
• 97 McMahon Road
• Bedford, Massachusetts 01730
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]