Food Services: Substitute General Worker

Young World Physical Education; Westwood (MA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Westwood Public Schools is seeking a Cafeteria Substitute to work on call Monday through Friday for 4‑7 hour shifts, typically 7:00 AM to 2:30 PM or 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM. The General Worker Substitute will assist the Lead Cook and Cooks to prepare school lunches and follow the National School Lunch Program standards.

The entry pay range is $18.30–$20.34 per hour, with steps based on experience and qualifications. Work is on-call, aligned to the school year, in a fast-paced kitchen.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or recognized.
• ServeSafe Certification required; may be obtained after hire.
• Allergen Training required; may be obtained after hire.
• CPR Certification required; may be obtained after hire.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Follow menus and HACCP guidelines to prepare school lunches.
• Maintain safe and sanitary food handling practices.
• Record temperatures and maintain serving line records.
• Assist in dishwashing and keep a clean as you go environment.
• Communicate clearly with Lead Cook and team.

Skills

Food safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServeSafe Certification

Allergen Training

CPR Certification

Job description

Food Services: Substitute General Worker

Westwood Public Schools District-Wide (WPS) – Westwood, Massachusetts

Job Details

Job ID: 5827807

Application Deadline: Oct 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 12, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Westwood Public Schools is seeking a Cafeteria Substitute to work on call Monday through Friday for a 4‑7 hour shift, typically 7:00 AM to 2:30 PM or 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM.

The General Worker Substitute will assist the Lead Cook and Cooks to prepare school lunches. The entry pay rate is $18.30 – $20.34 based on experience and qualifications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Take directions and guidance from Lead Cook or Cook to execute School Lunch Menus in accordance with the National School Lunch Program.
• Maintain safe and sanitary working with food practices.
• Follow the FDA’s HACCP guidelines for identification, evaluation, and control of food safety hazards.
• Record temperatures and maintain records for food put on the serving line.
• Use proper food handling techniques.
• Maintain portion control.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Assist in dishwashing.
• Clean as you go.
• Sanitize equipment.
• Communicate clearly and effectively.
• Participate in daily pre-meal meetings.
• Communicate to the Cook or Lead Cook about product shortages and foreseen issues.
• Check with the team at the end of every shift.
• Demonstrate ability to work in a high‑energy environment.
• Work effectively as part of a team.
• Arrive on time and in complete uniform.
• Follow directions and complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrate growth mindset and willingness to participate in training.
• Use good judgment: handle problems as they arise and adjust to the situation accordingly.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• ServeSafe Certification is required. Certification may be obtained after hire.
• Allergen Training is required. Certification may be obtained after hire.
• C.P.R Certification is required. Certification may be obtained after hire.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Sufficient vision to read printed documents and view detail on a computer screen.
• Ability to hear sounds clearly up to twenty feet.
• Ability to travel among buildings.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds off the floor.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds overhead.

JOB ENVIRONMENT

Work takes place in a fast paced school environment including Kitchens, Servery, Dry Storage rooms, Walk‑ins Refrigerators/Freezers.

The Westwood Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.

Primary Location

Varies

Entry Pay Range

$18.30 – $20.34 (Step is based on experience and qualifications)

Work Week

Monday – Friday

Work Year

On Call, As Needed, aligned to the school year

Position Type

Substitute

Job Categories

Support Staff > Food Service

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Westwood Public Schools prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin or sexual orientation and is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jeanne Destito , Director of Food Service
• District-Wide (WPS)
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]