• Summer Food Service Program - Cook Position…

    Boston Public Schools (Boston, MA)


    Job Details

    Job ID: 5067235

    Job Description

    Note: Interviews will be held virtually. Working the summer is optional and a contingent offer. Employment for the summer is seasonal/temporary. All individuals are required to commit to the duration of their assignment, with no exception.

     

    Program: Summer Food Service

    Commitment Date:

    June 24, 2025 - August 23, 2025 [program start and end dates are subject to change]

    Job Description

    The Food and Nutrition Services Department will be sponsoring the City of Boston's Summer Food Services Program. The goal of the program is to provide nutritious meals to children who are attending various community centers and public/private agency summer programs in the City of Boston. The program will primarily operate Monday through Friday. This position is required to work the duration of the Summer Program; as needed. Mandatory training will be provided.

    Terms:

    Stipend: $21.00 per hour, 7 hours per day

     

    Schedule: Regular workday shift will vary based upon site programming - start/end times

     

    Reports to: Site Manager

     

    Responsibilities: Ensures that site personnel maintain accurate records and that the program operates in accordance with the Federal and State requirements pertaining to the Summer Food Service Program Regulations.

     

    + Participates in food preparation and service in order to maintain high standards of food flavor and appearance.

    + Prepares, cooks, packages and serves hot and cold meals; while maintaining a standard of food flavor and appearance.

    + Assists in ordering food and supplies in accordance with menu and volume requirements.

    + Verifies deliveries and safeguards storage of food and supplies.

    + Ensures the health and safety of students and personnel by instructions in adherence to The Massachusetts Sanitary Code.

    + Accounts for meals served, leftovers and adjusts quantities accordingly to minimize waste

    Qualifications Required:

    + Food Safety or Food Handler Certification

    + High School Diploma or Equivalent

    + Must have good math skills

    + Dependable, available for the duration of the Summer Programming

    + Must be willing to travel to all City of Boston neighborhoods

    + Must have good attendance and evaluations

    Preferred:

    + College Degree

    + Supervisory experience

    + Familiarity with education and recreation programs for children in an urban setting

    + Prior food service industry experience

    Contact:

    Madge Joseph

     

    Food and Nutrition Services Department

     

    Email: [email protected]

     

    Position Type: Full-time

     

    Positions Available: 1

     

    Job Categories

     

    Administrator, Food Services

     

    Seasonal/Other Opportunities, Summer Camps/Programs