Substitute Cafeteria Worker

Triton Regional School District; Newbury (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The Triton Regional School District is seeking a Substitute Cafeteria Worker to help provide nutritious meals to students across Newbury, Rowley, and Salisbury. The role supports food service operations, assists in meal prep and serving, and helps maintain cleanliness throughout the cafeterias.

Responsibilities include stocking, serving, cleaning, and assisting with daily kitchen tasks. This is a part-time, on-site position with a daily at-will employment status and a $20 per hour wage.

Qualifications

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and serving of food in a quick and pleasant manner
• Serve students and staff from the cafeteria counter
• Assume responsibility for replenishing food during meal service
• Remove used dishes and assist in cleaning counters, tables, and dining area
• Assist in daily kitchen and service area cleanup
• Major cleaning of refrigerators, freezers, and storerooms on schedule
• Storage and disposal of unused foods
• Perform other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designee
• Collect meal charges from students and staff

Skills

Reading and writing proficiency

Outdoor work in any weather

Physical stamina

Ladder work (up to 20 ft)

Cleaning equipment operation

Basic math

Teamwork and flexibility

Job description

Substitute Cafeteria Worker

• Triton Regional School District Newbury Elementary - Newbury, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps
• Pine Grove Elementary - Rowley, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps
• Salisbury Elementary - Salisbury, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps
• Triton Regional Middle School - Byfield, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps
• Triton Regional High School - Byfield, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps
• District Office - Byfield, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5927740

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 15, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION: Substitute Cafeteria Worker

PURPOSE OF POSITION: To serve students attractive and nutritious meals in an atmosphere of efficiency, cleanliness, and friendliness.

REPORTS TO: Director of Food Services in all aspects relative to Food Services and the Building Principal in all aspects of the building.

• Assist in the preparation and serving of food in a quick and pleasant manner
• Serve students and staff from the cafeteria counter
• Assume responsibility for seeing that during meal service periods, the supply of food offered is replenished regularly
• Remove used dishes and assist in the cleaning of counters, tables, and furnishings in the dining area
• Assist in daily cleanup of the kitchen and service areas
• Perform major cleaning of refrigerators, freezers, and storerooms at regularly scheduled intervals as designated by the Cafeteria Manager
• Assume responsibility for storage and disposal of unused foods
• Perform related duties as required including duties at special meal functions
• Assume the responsibility for the collection of fees charged the students and staff for meals served
• Perform such other tasks as may from time to time be assigned by the Superintendent or their designee

• Ability to read, write, communicate, and comprehend documents such as memos, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to work outside in any and all weather conditions
• Ability to perform physical work efficiently, while standing, twisting, kneeling, bending, crouching, sitting, reaching or balancing
• Ability to climb a ladder up to 20ft. high and be able to complete tasks above head level
• Knowledge and ability to operate power tools, hand tools as well as commercial cleaning equipment safely without supervision
• Ability to lift, carry and maneuver objects up to 75lbs independently, and ability to push and pull objects in excess of 100 lbs assisted
• Ability to do basic math functions (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
• Knowledge or ability to gain learn about safety procedures for storage, usage, handling, and disposal of potentially hazardous waste and cleaning materials
• The School Committee reserves the right to alter qualifications in collaboration with the union and its representatives if needed to be in the best interest of the Triton Regional School District

• Committed to the core values of the district
• Able to delegate and exercise good judgment
• Detail oriented
• Able to multi-task

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Daily at-will

Position Type: Part-time

Salary: $20 to $20 Per Hour

Job Categories: Substitute > Substitute: Food Service

Welcome to Newbury Elementary, Pine Grove Elementary, Salisbury Elementary, Triton Regional Middle School, Triton Regional High School, District Office

The Triton Regional School District serves the Massachusetts coastal towns of Newbury, Rowley, and Salisbury. Located in the northeast corner of the state, these three communities provide a distinct population of students to the school district. With all three rural towns dating back to the 1630's, the area is rich in historical traditions and attractions which add to the academic experience of our students. The District is comprised of one elementary school in each town ranging in population from 400 to 450 students in Pre-K through grade 6. Upon completing the sixth grade, students attend the Triton Regional Middle School which houses approximately 350 students in grades 7 and 8. Sharing the same campus in Byfield, the Triton Regional High School houses around 600 students in grades 9 through 12. The total student population of the district is approximately 2,200 students from Preschool through the 12th grade. The District's Core Values are Respect for Self and Others, Integrity in Words and Actions, and Excellence for All. The District Vision states that "We are a community of learners known for our unwavering commitment to meeting the needs of all students. Through the adoption of best practices and our active partnership with families and the wider community who are united in supporting the development of engaged, successful, responsible, resilient learners, students will be well-prepared to be ethical, empathetic, and contributing citizens."

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Sarah Littmann , Director of Food Services
• 112 Elm Street
• Byfield, Massachusetts 01922
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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