Cafeteria Worker - Newman Elementary School SY25-26

Needham Public Schools • Needham, MA

1d • $18 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Needham Public Schools is an inclusive, dynamic, and multicultural community seeking an energetic, skilled, and warm Cafeteria Worker to join our team. To enhance our goals of supporting every child, Needham Public Schools seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences. About Needham Public Schools (NPS): NPS has a deep commitment to the success of our diverse students and families and to the professional accomplishments of its educators. Needham devotes itself to cultural proficiency, equity, and community collaboration to fulfill the vision of the Portrait of a Needham Graduate . This METCO district comprises 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 nationally-ranked high school serving approximately 5,700 students. NPS is committed to addressing equity in the district by focusing on improving academic performance for historically marginalized students and ensuring our schools are safe for every child and free of bias, bullying, and hurtful acts that demean and diminish. Read more about our equity work here . The cafeteria worker will be required to perform all aspects of meal production, serving, and clean up within the school kitchen and cafeteria as assigned by the school Cafeteria Manager. Permanent cafeteria workers also operate the computerized point-of-sale cash register.

Requirements

• Use commercial kitchen equipment to prepare and serve food in large quantities.
• Clean kitchen equipment, serving areas, handwash pots and pans, and other cleaning and sanitizing duties.
• Read basic English in order to follow directions and written instructions.
• Perform all duties while following National Restaurant Association standards for sanitation and safety.
• Perform simple math functions and operate a computerized cash register and make accurate change.
• Lift 50 lbs.
• Walk and stand for the duration of the work shift.
• Work safely and accurately under a deadline.
• Learn and follow food safety procedures (annual ServSafe training is provided and is required to pass certification exam following training).
• Follow directions and ability to work independently.
• Work cooperatively with co-workers and contribute to a positive working environment.
• Safely tolerate exposure to heat, humidity, steam, cooking odors, refrigerator and freezer temperatures, and cleaning solutions.
• Work in a clean and sanitary manner.
• Have fun and display a positive attitude at work.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of meal production, serving, and clean up within the school kitchen and cafeteria as assigned by the school Cafeteria Manager.
• Operate the computerized point-of-sale cash register.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed