Cafeteria Worker I (Part Time) - King Middle

Cafeteria Worker I (Part Time) - King Middle

Portland Public Schools

Food Service - Portland, Maine

Job Details

Job ID:5140060

Application Deadline:Aug 17, 2025 11:59 PM (UTC)

Re-Posted:Aug 14, 2025

Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW: Cafeteria Worker I (Part Time) - King Middle School

Portland Public Schools is seeking a Cafeteria Worker I for a part-time position at King Middle School. The position is 0.5 FTE and will require 20 hours of work per week (4 hours per day), with a tentative daily schedule of 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Due to fluctuating student lunch schedules and variable needs within the Food Service Department, we are looking for a candidate who can be flexible with regard to schedule and location.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Sufficiently good physical condition with the ability to work long hours will standing

Capable of doing paperwork and computerized point of sale

Familiar with proper food safety procedures and food preparation, including maintaining personal hygiene, washing and slicing fruit and vegetables, proper food temperatures, avoiding cross-contamination, packaging food to maintain food quality, displaying food attractively, keeping surfaces and work area clean, and washing dishes

Ability to follow detailed directions and perform tasks independently after learned

Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with co-workers and students

Ability to lift at least 30 lbs

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or GED equivalent

[Preferred] At least 2 years of experience in food preparation

[Preferred] Able to pass and maintain ServSafe certification

CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Maine State fingerprint (CHRC) authorization. Cost $70 (more info).

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:

School-year position

Part Time, 0.5 FTE

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-1:00 pm

Eligible for benefits & overtime

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Position Type:Part-time