Part-time Cafeteria Attendant, 7-HOURS-Lyndon K-8-7:00-2:00, FNS Anticipated Vacancy (SY25-26)

Boston Public Schools; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Boston Public Schools is looking for a Part-time Cafeteria Attendant for the Lyndon K-8. The role involves food preparation, serving, and ensuring a clean work environment. Successful candidates will have a high school diploma, food handling certification, and a commitment to a positive workplace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current authorization to work in the United States.
• ServSafe Food Handlers Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food safely and efficiently.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment and facilities.
• Serve food during meal times.

Skills

Food Preparation

Sanitation Practices

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

This position is an anticipated vacancy. It is expected to be vacant by 06/11/2025. However, the current incumbent has a right to rescind their retirement, leave, or resignation up until the day of the expected vacancy date. Your hire will not be confirmed until the position is vacated.

General Information

JOB TITLE: Part-time Cafeteria Attendant, Lyndon K-8, FNS

FTE: [7 hours/day]

Job Code: Part-time Cafeteria Attendant

The cafeteria satellite attendant is a staff member who assumes the responsibilities and duties assigned by the director.

REPORTS TO: CAFETERIA MANAGER

RESPONSIBILITIES:

DEFINITION: An attendant is a staff member with the following duties:

Primary responsibility: cooking the food

Safe preparation and handling of food

Cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and facilities

Serving of food

Assisting with record keeping

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs efficiently and to the best of his/her ability the duties assigned in relation to preparation of food, serving of food, cleaning all areas of the kitchen, or other assigned duties, which may include operation of a cash register, in the time allotted.

Attends training meetings as required.

Reports to work as scheduled, sign the posted time sheet, and remain on the job until dismissal by the manager.

Notifies the manager and the main office at the earliest possible time when unable to work.

Maintains pleasant working relations with fellow employees by showing consideration for others: patience, respect, self-control, i.e., refrain from the use of offensive language and other undesirable character traits.

Follows all policies of the School Committee and instructions of the Cafeteria Manager relating to safety measures, sanitation practices, personnel standards, work techniques, and methods of performing duties.

Performs duties involved in the safe preparation and handling of food, cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and facilities, and serving of food.

Assists with food preparation.

Portions food.

Cleans kitchen equipment and work area including floor.

Sets up serving counter.

Serves food on line after receiving instructions as to portion size.

Washes dishes, trays, flatware, pots, pans and utensils.

Washes dining room tables.

Unpacks supplies and assists with stocking dry storage shelves and/or refrigerator shelves.

Operates equipment properly, maintaining safety standards at all times.

Performs duties as assigned by Cafeteria Manager.

Qualifications - Required:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment.
• ServSafe Food Handlers Certificate

Qualifications - Preferred:

• ServSafe Food Handlers Certificate

TERMS: This position subject to the City of Boston residency requirement.

Please refer to the Salary Information section on the Career Site for more information on compensation. Salaries are listed by Union and Grade/Step.

The Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.