Food Service Worker - North Middlesex School Nutrition

Whitsons Culinary Group•Townsend, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Worker supports school nutrition services 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 and food service production environment to support consistent, high-quality meal service. The position is primarily site-based, with occasional travel to other locations for substitute coverage or support. Days and hours align with the facility’s food service schedule. Occasional extended hours may be required for special events or operational needs. The position may be full-time or part-time and is non-exempt.

Requirements

Complete all Whitsons and government-mandated training as required.
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 and professional demeanor, reliability, attention to cleanliness, and willingness to learn and follow food safety rules.
Ability to stand for the majority 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 in hot and cold conditions, including moving in and out of storerooms and near freezers.
Close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 1 year of professional food service experience preferred but not required.
ServSafe certification preferred but not required.

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.
Complete food preparation, service, and sanitation tasks accurately and on time.
Follow portion and production standards to support consistent meal service.
Monitor temperatures and maintain stocked, clean, and properly maintained stations.
Serve guests in a friendly and professional manner and maintain a welcoming service area.
Work cooperatively with the Chef Manager, Lead Cook, and fellow food service workers.
Follow assigned schedules and break rotations, and maintain proper dress and hygiene standards.
Travel occasionally to other locations for substitute coverage or support.