Lunch Monitor

Bowen Elementary School; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Bowen Elementary School in Newton, MA seeks a Lunch Monitor to supervise students during the school day’s lunch period and assist with cafeteria operations. You will help maintain order, support the Lead Food Service Worker, and ensure smooth meal service for K–5 students.

The role requires strong communication, basic computer skills, and familiarity with lunch program rules and food safety guidelines. This is a part-time position aligned to school lunch hours.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising students.
• Ability to handle varying and complex issues.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Understanding of federal, state, and local lunch program regulations and meal pattern requirements.
• Knowledge of proper food safety and sanitation procedures for food service.
• Mature, dependable judgement and reliability.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Work up to 2.5 hours each day, up to 4 days per week.
• Supervise classes of 20+ students in K-5 during lunch and recess.
• Maintain safety and oversight of students during meal service.
• Assist with set up, replenishment, and cleanup of food buffet lines.
• Assist with organizing lunch cards and ringing them through the POS system.
• Communicate with students and staff in a positive, professional manner.

Skills

Student supervision

Issue resolution

Communication

Lunch program rules

Food safety knowledge

Judgement & reliability

Basic computer skills

Tools

Point of Sale system

Job description

Lunch Monitor

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Job Details

Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 04, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Department:School-Based

FLSA Status (Exempt/Non-exempt) :Non-Exempt; Non-Aligned

Reports to:Principal / Assistant Principal with consultation from Food & Nutrition Services Department Lead Food

Service Worker

In compliance with state and federal laws, newton public schools is committed to equity, anti-racism anda nondiscrimination policyfor students, employees and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual’s qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.

SUMMARY: The position provides supervision and assistance to students during school-based lunch time. Responsible for maintaining order during lunch and recess activities and providing support to Lead Food Service Worker. Responsible for monitoring student behavior during meal time and assisting with the cleanliness of the cafeteria, recycling, and the flow of meal service.

Qualifications:

• Experience with supervision of students.
• Ability to handle a multitude of varying and complex issues.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Understanding of federal, state, and local lunch program regulations and knowledge of meal pattern requirements.
• Knowledge of proper food safety and sanitation procedures for food service.
• Mature ability to use judgement and be dependable.
• Basic computer skills.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities (Not Limited To):

• Work up to 2.5 hours each day, up to 4 days per week.
• Supervise classes of 20+ students in grades K-5 and maintain order of class while at lunch and recess.
• Manage safety and oversight of students during meal service.
• Assist with set up, replenishment, and clean up of food buffet lines.
• Assist with placing and organizing child lunch cards and ringing them through the point of sale computer system.
• Communicate with students, school staff, and lead food service worker in a positive and professional manner utilizing appropriate customer service and
  interpersonal skills.
• Support health and safety of students: Assist with the cleanliness of the cafeteria: check the dining room for cleaned tables, chairs, and overall
  environment. Ensure students are seated at the correct allergen table.
• Circulate throughout the cafeteria or in areas where meals are served to assist students. Encourage good table manners.
• Walk students from classrooms