School Food Service Worker

Maschio's Food Service; Lawrence Township (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Maschio's Food Services is seeking a reliable Food Service Worker for our school dining program. The role involves preparing and serving meals to students, maintaining sanitation, and supporting a positive dining atmosphere for staff. Weekdays only, with summers off.

The ideal candidate has experience in school cafeterias, knowledge of food safety, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting. Food Handler's permit or ServSafe is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school cafeteria or institutional food service setting.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work 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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals in accordance with 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.

Skills

Food preparation

Serving

Sanitation

Customer service

Time management

Team collaboration

Job description

Food Service Worker 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 bls.
• 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.

Maschio's Food Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We value diversity, promote inclusion, and strive to maintain a workplace where everyone is treated with dignity, fairness, and respect.