Cafeteria Worker Job Westford area,Massachusetts USA,Education / Teaching

Nashoba Valley Technical High School Nashoba Valley Technical High School
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Cafeteria Worker

Nashoba Valley Technical High School Nashoba Valley Technical High School
- Westford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job : 5912415

Final date to receive applications: Sep 13, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Sep 02, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Nashoba Valley Technical High School is seeking a Cafeteria Worker to join our caring and collaborative community of teachers, learners, and leaders and serve students from our district towns of Ayer, Chelmsford, Groton, Littleton, Pepperell, Shirley, Townsend, and Westford, Massachusetts.

Position Overview:

This position is approx. 35 hours per week, 7:00am - 2:00pm Monday through Friday during the school year (182 days) Cafeteria Unit
- Contractual Agreement outlines all working conditions ().

GENERAL SUMMARY

Responsible for working with other cafeteria staff to prepare and serve all meals and clean up assigned areas.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Assisting in the preparation of all elements of school meals, including performing set-up, cooking, wrapping and baking tasks.

Serving all meals, as instructed.

Cleaning kitchen work areas, utensils, and equipment.

Checking off student meal eligibility lists.

Preparing cash register for lunch service, calculating receipts in accordance with School procedures, and completing required paperwork.

Please note:

Ability to use Heartland Mosaic Software is beneficial.

Performing other related work as assigned.

Maintaining regular attendance and punctuality.

ANCILLARY JOB FUNCTIONS

Stocking supplies.

Assisting in taking inventory.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS. AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of, or ability to learn and apply, federal and Commonwealth of Massachusetts regulations applicable to storage, preparation and service of food in schools.

Knowledge of safe storage, preparation, and disposal methods applicable to food in schools.

Ability to lift up to 40 pounds of food-related products, supplies, equipment or utensils.

Ability to read and follow recipes and other directions.

Basic cooking, baking and other food preparation skills.

Ability to perform simple mathematical computations and conduct accurate cafeteria food purchase transactions.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, and deal courteously with administrators, staff, and students.

Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

Requirements:
Negative tuberculin test and/or any other test results required by law.

Highly Desirable:
Diploma from an accredited secondary school or GED.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Seeing:
Must be able to read recipes and other directions and measure ingredients.

Communication:
Must be able to communicate effectively with administrators, staff and students concerning cafeteria functions.

Physical

Activities:

Must be able to lift heavy containers of food and other cafeteria-related items; must be able to carry items in cafeteria and place items in, and remove items from ovens, refrigerators and freezers.

Note:

This Job Description describes the general nature of the work to be performed by an employee in this classification and is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities or skills required. The employee must also carry out such other appropriate responsibilities as may be assigned by the Cafeteria Manager.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $20 to $25 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff >
Food Service

Welcome to Nashoba Valley Technical High School

Nashoba Valley Technical High School is a four year public technical high school. The Mission of Nashoba Valley Technical High School is to provide the highest quality academic and technical education possible to prepare our students for college and career paths leading to success in an ever changing technological world. The school strives to promote citizenship through a safe and inclusive atmosphere encouraging a diverse population of students to become positive and productive members of society.

Job Requirements

Serv Safe certified or ability to obtain certification within 30 days Count money, make change, complete related reports Follow directions and carry out instructions accordingly
High School/Trade School degree preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

Michelle Beauvais , Assistant Business Manager
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