Food Service Worker - Maynard School Nutrition

Whitsons Culinary Group•Maynard, MA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Worker supports school nutrition operations by preparing, portioning, and serving meals to students and staff. The role includes setting up and cleaning serving stations and kitchen areas, following food safety and sanitation procedures, and helping create a positive, welcoming mealtime experience. Team members work cooperatively in a fast-paced kitchen environment to provide consistent, high-quality meal service. This is a full-time or part-time, non-exempt position, with days and hours aligned to the facility’s food service schedule. The position is primarily site-based; occasional travel to other locations may be required for substitute coverage or support. Occasional extended hours may be required for special events or operational needs. The position operates primarily in a kitchen and food service production environment, with moderate to loud noise during meal service periods.

Requirements

Ability to speak and read English sufficiently to understand and perform job assignments, follow recipes, and comply with safety requirements.
Ability to work effectively as part of a food service team in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Positive attitude, reliability, attention to cleanliness, and willingness to learn and follow food safety rules.
Ability to stand for most of the workday; frequently walk, talk, and hear; handle food, tools, and equipment; and reach with hands and arms.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, including while turning side to side.
Ability to work around hot and cold temperatures and move in and out of storerooms and near freezers.
Close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 1 year of professional food service experience; preferred but not required.
ServSafe certification; preferred but not required.
Enjoyment of working around children and school staff.

Responsibilities

Prepare, portion, and serve meals to students and staff.
Set up and clean serving stations and kitchen areas.
Follow food safety, sanitation, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Maintain accurate logs and documentation and comply with Whitsons policies.
Follow portion and production standards to deliver consistent, high-quality meal service.
Monitor temperatures, maintain station setup and stock, and keep work areas clean and properly maintained.
Serve guests in a friendly and professional manner and maintain a welcoming station.
Work cooperatively with the Chef Manager, Lead Cook, and fellow food service workers.
Follow assigned schedules and break rotations, and maintain appropriate dress and hygiene standards.
Complete Whitsons and government-mandated training as required.