School Kitchen Transporter & Food Service Aide

TrulyHired; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

403(b) & Roth403(b) with Match

Dash Pass (DoorDash)

YMCA Discounts

Comprehensive Private Leave of Absence

Sick Time with Sick Bank

Personal Days

HRA & Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School in Worcester, MA is seeking a Kitchen/Cafeteria Staff - Transporter to support meal service in a 10-month, non-exempt program.

The role involves opening the kitchen, preparing meals, transporting food between campuses, cashiering, and maintaining sanitation. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliability, with compensation based on experience and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) required.
• Prior experience in food service is strongly preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others in a team setting.
• Strong problem-solving skills, openness to feedback, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret simple instructions.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to interact with students, staff, and supervisors.
• Ability to draft simple memos and correspondence as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in opening the kitchen daily and setting up food service operations.
• Oversee the preparation of school meals and assist in daily food preparation and serving according to planned menus.
• Transport (walk) food from the central High School kitchen to the Middle School Monday through Wednesday and provide meal service support.
• Ensure proper production and serving of meals while maintaining portion control and food safety standards.
• Receive and verify supply deliveries, ensuring proper stock rotation and accurate inventory records.
• Operate Point of Sale (POS) systems, reconcile daily receipts, and perform basic computer-based tasks.
• Maintain high standards of sanitation and cleanliness in the kitchen and storage areas.
• Ensure the proper storage of all food supplies and equipment necessary for food service.
• Train, assign, and direct work activities of other Kitchen/Cafeteria staff members as needed.
• Attend all district food service meetings and training sessions.
• Monitor and ensure proper operating temperatures of freezers, refrigerators, and other food service equipment to meet health and safety standards.
• Maintain a safe working environment, enforce safety guidelines, and comply with regulatory agency standards.
• Report any safety, sanitary, or fire hazards to the appropriate supervisor immediately.
• Obtain and maintain required certifications and participate in professional development training as necessary.
• Minimum of six (6) hours of Professional Standards Training is required by or before May 1st annually.
• Interact thoughtfully and courteously with students, staff, and community members to foster a welcoming and supportive food service environment.
• Demonstrate reliability by attending work regularly and being punctual.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the overall effectiveness of the school nutrition program.

Skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication skills

Ability to read instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School in Worcester, MA is seeking a Kitchen/Cafeteria Staff - Transporter to support meal service in a 10-month, non-exempt program.

The role involves opening the kitchen, preparing meals, transporting food between campuses, cashiering, and maintaining sanitation. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliability, with compensation based on experience and a comprehensive benefits package.