Kitchen Worker (6hr)

Palmer Public Schools; Palmer (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmer Public Schools in Palmer, Massachusetts is seeking a Kitchen Worker for a 6-hour day. The role supports food service operations, including food prep, cashiering during distribution, and cleaning duties in the cafeteria.

Starting immediately, the position requires good interpersonal and customer service skills, ability to work independently, and basic math comprehension. CPR training is expected annually and Serve Safe certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must be able to comprehend verbal and written instructions.
• Must be able to understand basic math.
• Preferred: Massachusetts Serve Safe Certified.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the food preparation as necessary.
• Assists in the general operation of the program (cash register, pots, tables, dishroom) during distribution of the food.
• Assists in the cleaning of the kitchen and the cafeteria.
• Attends CPR training annually.
• Any other duties assigned by the Food Service Director.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Independent work

Basic math

Job description

Kitchen Worker (6hr)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5976341

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 29, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Interpersonal and customer service skills. Must be able to work independently. Must be able to comprehend verbal and written instructions. Must be able to understand basic math.

Duties to include, but not limited to:

1. Assists in the food preparation as necessary.
2. Assists in the general operation of the program (cash register, pots, tables, dishroom) during distribution of the food.
3. Assists in the cleaning of the kitchen and the cafeteria.
4. Attends C.P.R. training annually.
5. Any other duties assigned by the Food Service Director.

Required: Demonstrated aptitude for successful performance of the tasks listed.

Preferred: Two (2) or more years of previous service as a food service worker. Massachusetts Serve Safe Certified.

6 hour a day position - 5 days a week

All positions are subject to qualifications, duties and rates of compensation presently in force, and subject to appropriate funding.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: upto $23 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Food Service

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Emily Raymond , Food Service Director
• 4105 Main Street
• Palmer, Massachusetts 01069
• Phone: [phone] (ext. 2102)
• Email: [e-mail]