Food Svc/ Cafeteria Substitutes (On call - 3 hour days)

Peabody Public Schools; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Peabody Public Schools is seeking on-call food service substitutes for 3-hour shifts (approximately 10 am to 1:30 pm). The position pays $20.00 per hour and requires a HS diploma or GED, a positive team player attitude, and a background check with proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.

Bilingualism is highly desired but not required. Substitutes fill in for absent staff, with day-to-day assignments and reassignments as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or GED and ability to work with a team.
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities as a substitute worker.
• Criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal alien status required.

Responsibilities

• Performs tasks in food preparation and serving and maintains sanitary operation of the food service facility.
• Operates equipment such as mixers, peelers, slicers, dishwashers, and toasters.
• Cleans tables and kitchen equipment; washes dishes and stores supplies.
• Maintains counters, floors and refrigerators; stores foods properly in storerooms.

Skills

Teamwork

Bilingualism desirable

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Food Svc/ Cafeteria Substitutes (On call - 3 hour days)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PEABODY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Day-to-day Food Svc/ Cafeteria Substitutes (On Call-3 hour days)- work day-to- day assignments or reassignmentsto fill positions due to the absence of the regularly assigned staff. On call position with approximate hours of 10 am to 1:30 pm, No work on holidays or the school summer break.

Hourly pay rate: $20.00

Minimum Qualifications:

Statement of Duties :

• Performs tasks requiring an ordinary degree of skill in preparation and serving of food as well as other tasks required for the operation and sanitary maintenance of a food service facility or area
• Operates electrical equipment such as mixers, potato peelers, slicing machines, dishwashers, and toasters.
• Cleans tables and other kitchen equipment.
• Collects and washes dishes, silver and cooling utensils, and puts them away.
• Sweeps floor, cleans counters and tables and counter and kitchen equipment, such as food containers, trays, cooking ranges, garbage cans, and refrigerators of food and other supplies. Stores foods properly in refrigerators and storeroom.
• Works as a member of a cafeteria staff team. Responsible for other general duties as assigned by the School Cafeteria Head Cook
• Bilingualism is a highly desired skill for a position, but not a requirement

Qualifications :

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED Equivalent Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities
• Must be a positive contributor as a team player
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal alien status.

Peabody is a Gateway City: amidsize urban center that anchor regional economies around the Northshore of Boston. Our diverse student population adds value to the educational and cultural experience in our School District.

We prepare students to be life-long learners and critical thinkers who meet the challenges of citizenship in an event changing world.

The Peabody School Committee reaffirms its policy of nondiscrimination related to race, religion, color, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation or handicap in all matters involved in procuring, employing, promoting, transferring or terminating the employment of personnel. In similar manner, it reaffirms its policy against discrimination related to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin or handicap in the admission, instruction, counseling or dismissal of students regarding any courses or programs offered by the Public Schools and indicates its desire that each student be provided educational opportunities consistent with his/her aspirations and abilities .The Committee further indicates its acceptance of all federal and state laws and regulations dealing with the civil rights of parents, students and employees of the School Department.

Job Description

PEABODY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Day-to-day Food Svc/ Cafeteria Substitutes (On Call-3 hour days)- work day-to- day assignments or reassignmentsto fill positions due to the absence of the regularly assigned staff. On call position with approximate hours of 10 am to 1:30 pm, No work on holidays or the school summer break.

Hourly pay rate: $20.00

Minimum Qualifications:

Statement of Duties :

• Performs tasks requiring an ordinary degree of skill in preparation and serving of food as well as other tasks required for the operation and sanitary maintenance of a food service facility or area
• Operates electrical equipment such as mixers, potato peelers, slicing machines, dishwashers, and toasters.
• Cleans tables and other kitchen equipment.
• Collects and washes dishes, silver and cooling utensils, and puts them away.
• Sweeps floor, cleans counters and tables and counter and kitchen equipment, such as food containers, trays, cooking ranges, garbage cans, and refrigerators of food and other supplies. Stores foods properly in refrigerators and storeroom.
• Works as a member of a cafeteria staff team. Responsible for other general duties as assigned by the School Cafeteria Head Cook
• Bilingualism is a highly desired skill for a position, but not a requirement

Qualifications :

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED Equivalent Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities
• Must be a positive contributor as a team player
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal alien status.

Peabody is a Gateway City: amidsize urban center that anchor regional economies around the Northshore of Boston. Our diverse student population adds value to the educational and cultural experience in our School District.

We prepare students to be life-long learners and critical thinkers who meet the challenges of citizenship in an event changing world.

The Peabody School Committee reaffirms its policy of nondiscrimination related to race, religion, color, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation or handicap in all matters involved in procuring, employing, promoting, transferring or terminating the employment of personnel. In similar manner, it reaffirms its policy against discrimination related to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin or handicap in the admission, instruction, counseling or dismissal of students regarding any courses or programs offered by the Public Schools and indicates its desire that each student be provided educational opportunities consistent with his/her aspirations and abilities .The Committee further indicates its acceptance of all federal and state laws and regulations dealing with the civil rights of parents, students and employees of the School Department.

Job Details

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

Re-Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PEABODY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Day-to-day Food Svc/ Cafeteria Substitutes (On Call-3 hour days)- work day-to- day assignments or reassignmentsto fill positions due to the absence of the regularly assigned staff. On call position with approximate hours of 10 am to 1:30 pm, No work on holidays or the school summer break.

Hourly pay rate: $20.00

Minimum Qualifications:

Statement of Duties :

• Performs tasks requiring an ordinary degree of skill in preparation and serving of food as well as other tasks required for the operation and sanitary maintenance of a food service facility or area
• Operates electrical equipment such as mixers, potato peelers, slicing machines, dishwashers, and toasters.
• Cleans tables and other kitchen equipment.
• Collects and washes dishes, silver and cooling utensils, and puts them away.
• Sweeps floor, cleans counters and tables and counter and kitchen equipment, such as food containers, trays, cooking ranges, garbage cans, and refrigerators of food and other supplies. Stores foods properly in refrigerators and storeroom.
• Works as a member of a cafeteria staff team. Responsible for other general duties as assigned by the School Cafeteria Head Cook
• Bilingualism is a highly desired skill for a position, but not a requirement

Qualifications :

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED Equivalent Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities
• Must be a positive contributor as a team player
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal alien status.

Peabody is a Gateway City: amidsize urban center that anchor regional economies around the Northshore of Boston. Our diverse student population adds value to the educational and cultural experience in our School District.

We prepare students to be life-long learners and critical thinkers who meet the challenges of citizenship in an event changing world.

The Peabody School Committee reaffirms its policy of nondiscrimination related to race, religion, color, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation or handicap in all matters involved in procuring, employing, promoting, transferring or terminating the employment of personnel. In similar manner, it reaffirms its policy against discrimination related to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin or handicap in the admission, instruction, counseling or dismissal of students regarding any courses or programs offered by the Public Schools and indicates its desire that each student be provided educational opportunities consistent with his/her aspirations and abilities .The Committee further indicates its acceptance of all federal and state laws and regulations dealing with the civil rights of parents, students and employees of the School Department.

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $20 to $20 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Contact Information

• Carmen Santana
• 27 Lowell St
• Peabody, Massachusetts 01960
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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