Cafeteria Worker at Region 12 School District

EdAdvance General Cafeteria Worker

EdAdvance is one of Connecticut's six Regional Educational Service Centers (RESCs). EdAdvance is redefining what a Regional Education Service Center can be using a systemic approach grounded in the "3C's", Connection Culture, and Customization. Focused on local and regional priorities, we are reinvesting the expertise, energy, and resources of the agency to amplify the benefit of our constituents. A continuing commitment to quality and excellence is our standard of performance.

The General Cafeteria Worker works under the supervision of the Food Service Director in the Division of Operations and reports to the kitchen manager or team leader. This position is a part time academic calendar position. 3 hours per day, Monday through Friday. Position open until filled / Anticipated start date August 25, 2026

Position Description

The General Cafeteria Worker will be working for EdAdvance in a food service program that provides quality meals to students at Region 12. You will be part of a team that provides healthy, compliant lunches to students. Major responsibilities include preparing food which may involve basic cooking, serving food to students, cleaning kitchen equipment and putting away stock/deliveries. Ability to drive and deliver meals to district Elementary Schools with EdAdvance vehicle. Follows all sanitation and health codes governing food preparation and personal appearance Works with hot ovens, sharp tools, slippery floors, and some heavy lifting General knowledge of food and nutrition preferred Other duties as may be assigned

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent Previous food service or catering experience a plus Ability to operate and care for institutional/industrial equipment Ability to drive and deliver food Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong interpersonal and customer service skills Must be detail oriented and keep accurate records as directed Possess good judgment Requires working independently and as a team Regular and consistent attendance is considered an essential function of this position

Physical Requirements

Moves and lifts equipment weighting up to 50 pounds Ability to drive EdAdvance vehicle Moves throughout the school kitchen to prepare food and perform other duties. Must be able to push and pull carts

EdAdvance does not discriminate in any of its programs, activities or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran, marital or familial status, pregnancy, genetic information, or status as a domestic violence victim, (along with any other classification protected by law). EdAdvance further provides equal access to the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and all other designated youth groups.