Long Term Sub 4/15/27: Food Service Cafeteria Worker 7 hr

John F. Kennedy Middle School; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

John F. Kennedy Middle School in Waltham, MA is seeking a Long Term Sub to work as a Food Service Cafeteria Worker for a 7-hour shift. The role involves serving meals, maintaining cleanliness, and handling cash with a Safe Serve requirement. Immediate starting date with prorated responsibilities and standards.

Applicants must meet citizenship/residency/work visa requirements and pass relevant safety training. Email [e-mail] for inquiries.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for the duration of the work shift.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Safe Serve course to be completed within first 6 months of probation.
• Effective communication with students and adults.

Responsibilities

• Set up serving areas and steam tables; serve food to students and faculty.
• Count milk and other food items as assigned.
• Maintain clean and sanitary food service facilities and equipment.
• Follow written and oral instructions accurately.
• Communicate with students and staff as needed.

Skills

Cash handling

Safe Serve

Customer service

Tools

Cash register

Job description

Long Term Sub 4/15/27: Food Service Cafeteria Worker 7 hr

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Job Details

Job ID: 5978557

Application Deadline: Nov 16, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Job Description

• Performs a variety of duties related to the school food service program, to maintain food service facilities in a clean and sanitary condition
• Set up serving areas and steam tables; serve food to students and faculty
• Count milk and other food items as assigned.
• Adhere to safe and sanitary working practices and procedures. Must take Safe Serve course within first 6 month probation period. (Non-substitutes)
• Collect money and make change. Use a cash register effectively
• Assure food items and supplies are stored properly
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned by manager
• Must be able to stand for duration of work shift
• Must be able to lift 40lbs.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instruction
• Communicate both verbally and written with students and adults effectively

Salary: As per the Food Services contract .

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Email: [e-mail]

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Waltham Public Schools has partnered with the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education (MPDE) in our effort to welcome diverse candidates to our school system. We value and prioritize the hiring of educators who bring a wealth of perspectives and experiences to our schools, and who reflect the diversity of the students we serve.

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