School Cafeteria Food Service Specialist (184-Day)

Bedford Public Schools; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Bedford Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Food Service Worker at Bedford High School in Bedford, MA. The role supports the cook/manager with daily kitchen operations, serving meals, and maintaining accurate records under the BSCEA contract.

The position is a 184-day school year role requiring basic sanitation knowledge and the ability to lift 25 pounds and stand for extended periods. Prior food service experience is helpful.

Qualifications

• Basic math for everyday kitchen tasks.
• Ability to prepare and cook in large quantities.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety procedures.
• Ability to set up catering functions.
• Lift at least 25 pounds and stand for several hours.
• Access walk-in freezer as part of duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist cook/manager in preparing, serving and cleanup of the kitchen.
• Fill production records, record meal counts, prepare cash reports, take inventory and place orders.
• Transport money, invoices and time sheets to the food service office.
• Assist in setting up functions and tracking products used by staff.
• Assist in checking in and storing deliveries.
• Inform when products are running low and need to be ordered.
• Ensure correct recording of free/reduced and paid lunches.
• Attend meetings called by the Food Service Director.
• Report problems or concerns to the Food Service Director.
• Adhere to sanitation and safety procedures.
• Report inappropriate student behavior to staff.
• Fill in for cook/manager when needed.
• Adhere to uniform policy.
• Serve as a positive role model for students.
• Uphold high standards of customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned by cook/manager or Food Service Director.

Skills

Math calculations

Large-quantity cooking

Sanitation & safety

Catering setup

Lifting 25 pounds

Stand 3-6 hours

Walk-in freezer access

Job description

Bedford Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Food Service Worker at Bedford High School in Bedford, MA. The role supports the cook/manager with daily kitchen operations, serving meals, and maintaining accurate records under the BSCEA contract.

The position is a 184-day school year role requiring basic sanitation knowledge and the ability to lift 25 pounds and stand for extended periods. Prior food service experience is helpful.