FRAMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS

DEPARTMENT OF SCHOOL NUTRITION

TITLE:

Cafeteria Worker

POSITION SUMMARY:

Join our team as a vital member in our bustling food service operation! As a key player, you will assist in food preparation, efficiently handle cash registers and POS systems, and maintain a pristine kitchen environment. Your responsibilities will also involve serving students and staff, managing daily deposits in accordance with our revenue policy, and ensuring seamless inventory control. Be prepared to dive into a dynamic role that includes everything from dishwashing to stock organization, with the opportunity to tackle additional tasks as assigned by our supportive Cafeteria Manager and Director. Join us in creating a welcoming and efficient dining experience for all!

OUR MISSION:

Framingham Public Schools is committed to excellence for all students. Our mission statement guides our work: Through a comprehensive education, we aim to create and empower free-thinking, responsible citizens who can participate equally in our rich and diverse community. FPS and the community stand united in our core values: Providing a safe, inclusive, culturally responsive teaching and learning environment; Engaging antiracist and responsible civic advocates; Respecting diversity of thoughts, learners, culture, and community; Fostering learning and healthy growth of all students and staff; Ensuring every school will be an active, participatory, equitable community.

Diversity among teachers undoubtedly advances the academic achievement of students. Compliance obligations establish the baseline; as a district, Framingham Public Schools are committed to achieving, developing, and maintaining a workforce reflective of the rich racial, linguistic, and cultural diversity of our students. Framingham Public Schools aims to teach our children, and ourselves, to be culturally proficient and inclusive in order to live, learn, and work together in a vibrant and diverse world.  

Indeed, Framingham Public Schools is committed to inspiring our school community to be accepting and willing to learn from individuals with differing backgrounds. Our goal is to reflect the diverse community we serve and create a great place to work for everyone by embracing the individual skills, perspectives and experiences our people bring to the workplace and harnessing these for high performance and improved service delivery. We want our employees to feel included, valued, and respected and have access to equal opportunity, which supports full participation at work. Framingham Public Schools seeks to retain the diverse talent in our workforce and support our people to maintain a long and productive working career.

Framingham Public Schools is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from persons with disabilities and who identify as BIPOC.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Not Applicable

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Demonstrated aptitude for successful performance of task listed. One (1) year of previous food service experience is preferred.

SKILLS AND ABILITY:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Knowledge of food service equipment and of institutional meal preparation is preferred. Must be able to comprehend verbal and written instructions. Ability to work with food service staff, faculty, and students; to communicate with food service staff, faculty, and students; must understand and learn all safety and sanitation regulations pertaining to food service; ability to lift/carry a minimum of 40 lbs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change by the employer, as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.

• Help with food preparation as needed
• Support daily program operations including operating the cash register, POS computer, washing pots, cleaning tables, using the dish machine, and serving students and staff during meal distribution.
• Aid in handling daily deposits while adhering to the Framingham School Nutrition Revenue Policy.
• Assist with maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen and cafeteria.
• Assist in restocking supplies and managing inventory.
• Perform other reasonable duties as assigned by the Cafeteria Manager or the Director of School Nutrition

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The position requires a moderate amount of walking, standing, sitting, climbing stairs, and a step stool whenever necessary.  Activities also include moderate physical exertion in body movement such as reaching, bending, twisting, grasping, pushing, and pulling objects.  The position requires lifting of 40 pounds on a frequent basis and over 40 pounds occasionally.

The occupant is required to work indoors.  The regular chemical solvents used are cleaning fluids.  The occupant will be exposed to extreme heat / cold conditions.  The occupant is expected to wear vinyl gloves and proper hair restraints when serving and working with food.  The occupant is expected to follow the uniform policy set by the Director of Food Service.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move about and may be required to traverse occasionally throughout the school building. The employee must frequently use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and use hand strength to grasp tools. On rare occasions, it may be necessary to move quickly across even or uneven surfaces. The employee will be working in a normal school environment with an acceptable level of noise. The employee interacts with students and other staff members. 

REPORTS TO:  

Cafeteria Manager 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Not Applicable

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) CLASSIFICATION:

This position is classified as Non-Exempt (hourly).

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This is a ten (10) month position (191 days)

Covered under Food Service Association (Unit N) Contract. 

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Framingham Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Framingham Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the District has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Framingham Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.