School Cafeteria Worker — Early Morning Meal Service

New Bedford High School; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

New Bedford Public School District’s New Bedford High School in Massachusetts is hiring a Cafeteria Worker to support the daily operation of the school nutrition program. You will prepare and serve meals, operate the POS system, and handle cash accurately in a fast-paced cafeteria setting.

The role requires adherence to food safety standards and teamwork with kitchen staff, under supervision of the Director of Food Services and Cafeteria Manager. Immediate start and full-time hours are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; no minimum educational requirement.
• Food safety and sanitation certification preferred.
• Ability to complete required training in food safety, sanitation, nutrition, and equipment operation.
• Basic math, reading, computer, and clerical skills.
• Ability to accurately process meal transactions and handle cash.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn food sanitation procedures, cleaning methods, and the safe operation of kitchen equipment.
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team while also completing assigned tasks independently.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Demonstrated commitment to cleanliness, organization, and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve breakfast and lunch in a timely, courteous, and efficient manner.
• Ensure proper portion sizes and that reimbursable meals include all required meal components.
• Prepare all food item according to the menu & standardised recipes as assigned.
• Refill serving lines and maintain food quality throughout meal service.
• Receive, inspect, store, stock, and rotate food, supplies, and equipment.
• Transport food, supplies, equipment, and utensils between storage and work areas.
• Operate the point-of-sale computer system to process meal transactions.
• Accurately handle cash, balance cash drawers, and manage snack station sales as assigned.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene requirements, including proper handwashing, glove use, and hair restraints.
• Monitor food temperatures during storage, preparation, and service.
• Properly label, date, rotate, and discard food products according to established procedures.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely, including dishwashers, ovens, steamers, steam tables, kettles, tilting skillets, microwaves, ranges, slicers, and other food service equipment as assigned.
• Wash, rinse, sanitize, and store pots, pans, dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Clean and sanitize serving areas, tables, carts, kitchen equipment, and work surfaces.
• Sweep and mop kitchen.
• Knowledge of use and operation of cleaning solutions and equipment.
• Maintain clean, organized storage and work areas.
• Follow all safety & standard operating procedures.
• Assist cooks and other kitchen staff with meal preparation and other assigned duties.
• Interact professionally and courteously with students, staff, and visitors, reporting concerns to the Principal/Food Service Director.
• Follow assigned work schedule.
• Performs any/all other duties as assigned by the Cafeteria Manager, Director of Food Services, or designee.

Skills

Basic math

Reading skills

Computer skills

Cash handling

Teamwork

Following instructions

Cleanliness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

New Bedford Public School District’s New Bedford High School in Massachusetts is hiring a Cafeteria Worker to support the daily operation of the school nutrition program. You will prepare and serve meals, operate the POS system, and handle cash accurately in a fast-paced cafeteria setting.

The role requires adherence to food safety standards and teamwork with kitchen staff, under supervision of the Director of Food Services and Cafeteria Manager. Immediate start and full-time hours are offered.