General Cafeteria Worker position for assignment at Southwest Elementary School (grades K-3) for 28.75 hours per week (8:00am - 1:45pm daily)
Applicants should have general kitchen skills and be able to lift 40-50 pounds. Must be able to communicate well, get along with a variety of personalities and be willing to work hard.
Terms of Employment: 10-month schedule, 182 work days. Salary in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement is $18.93 per hour.
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Regular employees of the Torrington Public Schools who are current members of the Cafeteria Workers union. (This does not include substitutes or Paraprofessionals.) To be considered for transfer, Internal Applicants must complete an online application or re-open an existing application and must submit it October 9, 2026 thru October 16, 2026 (before midnight). Be sure to click on the Save button and on Finish and Submit.
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS (persons who are not currently members of the TPS Cafeteria Workers union) may apply October 9, 2026 thru October 16, 2026 (before midnight). However, IF INTERNAL APPLICATIONS FROM QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ARE RECEIVED, NO EXTERNAL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED.
SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Ten-month work year, 182 days. Hourly Rate of Pay Range $18.93 an hour in accordance with the AFSCME Council 4 Local 1579 Collective Bargaining Agreement - Cafeteria
12.5 Sick Days (accrued monthly), 2 Personal Days
Paid Holidays for Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Years Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents Day and Memorial Day
At Torrington Public Schools we believe the uniqueness of each individual contributes to the success of all our students. The evolving Torrington community is rich in culture, history and diversity. We know through experience that the exchange of different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds creates a safe and empowering learning environment where students can engage as their authentic selves. Fostering a willingness to understand and appreciate others promotes critical thinking skills, cultural awareness, and compassion for all people, preparing them for success in a dynamic global environment.
This all starts with a diverse and inclusive staff environment, and all we are missing is YOU!
Posted in accordance with the provisions of the Master Agreement between the Torrington Board of Education and Local 1579. The Torrington Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, national/ethnic origin, age, sex, sexual orientation or disability in its programs, activities, and employment practices, as set forth in compliance with the Office for Civil Rights, Title VI, Title IX, and Section 504. Any person having inquiries concerning Torrington Public Schools' compliance with Section 504, Title VI or Title IX should contact Kimberly A. Schulte, Director of Human Resources, at Torrington Public Schools, 50 Major Besse Drive, Torrington Connecticut or 860 489-2327, ext. 5451.
TORRINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS is a K-12 Public School District based out of 355 MIGEON AVE, Torrington, Connecticut, United States.
