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Cafeteria Worker II (0.75 FTE) - Deering High School
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A Family, School, or General Social Worker provides specialized assistance to vulnerable families and children. Intervenes in crisis situations; evaluates individual and family needs, helps clients get access to health care, mental health care or social services such as housing assistance. Advocates for clients and provides follow up visits. May work with teachers, parents and school administrators to help students improve academically and deal with social issues such as bullying.
$70,521 / year median in Maine
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Cafeteria Worker II (0.75 FTE)
•Deering High School
Portland Public Schools
Food Service
•Portland, Maine Job Details
Job ID:
5911295
Application Deadline:
Sep 05, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)
Posted:
Yesterday
Job Description
TITLE:
Cafeteria Worker II (0.75 FTE)
•Deering High School
POSITION OVERVIEW
Portland Public Schools is seeking a Cafeteria Worker II for a 0.75 FTE position based at Deering High School. The position has a daily schedule of 7:00 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 6 hours while 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 and all other duties as assigned.
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 CHRC authorization (cost is $70
•more info here)
EMPLOYMENT DETAILS
Schedule:
School Year, Part Time (0.75 FTE)
Assignment:
Permanent
Shift:
Monday-Friday 7:00 AM-1:00 PM
Contract:
Part of BASE union (see 2026-2029 CBA here)
Wage:
$19.18
•$23.53
Overtime:
Eligible for overtime
Benefits:
Eligible for benefits as outlined here
•Portland Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.
Position Type:
Part-time