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Food Service Aide

Highville Charter School
New Haven, CT Full Time | Contractor
POSTED ON 8/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/21/2026

POSITION: Food Service Aide

Under direct supervision, assist the Food Service Coordinator in preparing and serving nutritious, well-balanced meals for students and staff, and maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen and dishwashing area.

EXAMPLE OF RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assist in the preparation of food and clean and organize the cafeteria counter.
  • Serve students and staff at the cafeteria counter.
  • Remove used dishes and assist in the cleaning of counters, tables, and furnishings in the dining area
  • Assist in the organization and storage of food, supplies, and equipment
  • Assist in keeping all areas in the kitchen and dining area neat and clean
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Food Service Coordinator, Student Services Manager or Director of Business Operations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Food service experience
  • Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
  • High standards of personal hygiene and sanitation
  • Basic math skills with the ability to exchange currency
  • ServSafe certification required

WORKING CONDITIONS: The Food Service Aide position is an hourly position that works an average of 8 hours per day and works Monday through Friday. The job's functions requires the following physical demands: occasional lifting (30 pounds maximum), carrying, pushing and/or pulling; some climbing; some stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling; and significant reaching, handling, speaking, writing, hearing, and fine finger dexterity; frequent standing, walking, and sitting, and lifting up to 30 pounds. High volume of work and strict adherence to workload may be stressful.

To be considered for this position, you must upload and send a cover letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation to hr@highvillecharter.com

  • Highville Charter School is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
  • Highville Charter School is committed to recruiting a diverse team of talented educators and staff who are dedicated to developing each student’s individual, academic, social, and emotional capacities and growth within the classroom and beyond. Qualified candidates with a passion for urban education, a commitment to our Highville students, families, and community, and who would like to be considered for current and future opportunities within the district are encouraged to apply.

Job Types: Contract, Full-time
Pay: Salary

Shift:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • 7:15 AM - 3:45 PM

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Food service: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Shift:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Food service: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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