Lead Food Service Worker - Attleboro School Nutrition

Whitsons Culinary Group • Attleboro, MA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Food Service Worker prepares and serves nutritious meals to students while coordinating the food service team during a school meal-service shift. The role helps maintain safe and efficient kitchen operations, including food preparation, portioning, ordering, receiving, storage, serving-line management, sanitation, compliance documentation, and cash handling. Meals may also be delivered to classrooms, staff, or catered events. The position is based primarily at a school site and follows the district’s food-service schedule. It is full-time and non-exempt, with occasional extended hours for special events, audits, or operational needs and occasional travel to other school locations for coverage or support.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of cooking experience; the detailed qualifications specify a minimum of 2–3 years of professional food service experience.
• ServSafe certification is mandatory for PIC designation; the posting also indicates that certification can be obtained through training. Local food safety certification is required in the jurisdiction of employment.
• Ability to speak and read English sufficiently to perform job assignments and communicate effectively with school staff, parents, and team members.
• Ability to read and follow approved menus, recipes, yield guides, and production records.
• Ability to complete compliance documentation accurately.
• Reliability, professionalism, a positive attitude, and the ability to lead a team calmly and accountably.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen and follow food safety procedures.
• 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, cooking and refrigeration equipment, and freezers.

Nice To Haves

• Food safety manager training.
• Prior lead, senior, or PIC experience in a school nutrition or institutional food service setting.
• Experience with USDA NSLP/SBP program requirements, production records, and temperature-log maintenance.
• Experience with POS systems and cash handling.
• A valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to approved menus, recipes, nutrition requirements, portion guidelines, and meal-service deadlines.
• Coordinate and direct the food service team during the shift, assign tasks, monitor performance, and address operational issues.
• Order, receive, and store food, beverages, and supplies.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, temperature controls, and accurate compliance documentation, including production records and temperature logs.
• Organize kitchen operations, staff assignments, and cleaning duties.
• Manage hot and cold serving lines, brew coffee, and keep beverage areas stocked.
• Deliver meals to classrooms, staff, or catered events when needed.
• Operate POS systems and handle cash, ensuring deposits are accurate.
• Communicate with the Chef Manager, team members, and school staff, and escalate significant operational or personnel matters.
• Serve students and school staff professionally and help maintain food quality, presentation, and a welcoming, clean service environment.
• Complete required Whitsons and government-mandated training.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Family-friendly Monday–Friday schedule with no nights, weekends, or major holidays.
• Summers off while school is out.
• Growth and career advancement opportunities.
• Positive, supportive team environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED