School Food Service Worker

Maschio's Food Service; Eatontown (NJ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Maschio's Food Service Inc. is seeking a reliable Food Service Worker for school cafeterias in Eatontown, NJ. Monday–Friday day shifts with summers off ensure a consistent schedule.

You will prepare and serve meals, uphold sanitation standards, and contribute to a positive dining environment for students and staff. A strong focus on teamwork and safety is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in school cafeteria or institutional food service.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Food Handler's permit or ServSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals per guidelines and portion standards.
• Assist with daily food prep: chopping, cooking, baking, assembling meals.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely (ovens, slicers, dishwashers).
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, serving lines, storage areas, and dining spaces.
• Follow HACCP food safety, sanitation, and hygiene regulations.
• Stocking, rotating food supplies, and minimizing waste.
• Provide friendly, patient service to students of all ages.
• Accommodate special needs and allergy restrictions as required.
• Assist with opening and closing duties, including cleaning and securing equipment.

Skills

Food prep & serving

Time management

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Cleanliness & organization

Child-friendly service

Education

ServSafe Certification

Food Handler's Permit

Job description

Food Service Workers needed for School Food Service. Monday through Friday, day shift. No weekends or Holidays. Summers off

Job Summary:

Experienced and reliable Food Service Worker with strong background is school cafeteria operations. Skilled in food preparation, serving large student populations, maintaining strict sanitation standards, and supporting a positive dining environment for students and staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals in accordance nutrition guidelines and portion standards.
• Assist with daily food prep, including chopping, cooking, baking, and assembling meals.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely (ovens, slicers, dishwashers, etc.).
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, serving lines, storage areas and dining spaces.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene regulations (HACCP standards).
• Stocking, rotating food supplies, and minimizing waste.
• Provide friendly, patient service to students of all ages.
• Accommodate special needs and allergy restrictions as required.
• Assist with opening and closing duties, including cleaning and securing equipment.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Previous experience working in a school cafeteria pr institutional food service setting.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Food Handler's permit or ServSafe® Certification (preferred if applicable).

Skills:

• Food preparation & serving.
• Time Management
• Attention to detail.
• Team collaboration.
• Cleanliness & organization
• Child-friendly customer service.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.