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Mess Attendant


Job Location:

Groton, MA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 18 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 15 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

No Experience No Problem!! We welcome applicants who qualify for the AbilityOne Program. Its a federal program that helps adults with disabilities find jobs and receive support services.

Take a glimpse into why CW might be the right place for you: Weekends (Saturday and Sunday; Hours will vary based on operational needs)

Start your career supporting those who serve. CW is hiring Mess Attendant/Food Service Worker to help keep military dining areas clean organized and running smoothly. No experience is requiredjust reliability a positive attitude and a willingness to learn. Well train you every step of the way.

  • Set up dining areas serving lines beverage stations and condiment bars before meal service.
  • Serve food portions to personnel in a courteous efficient and regulationâcompliant manner.
  • Maintain cleanliness of the galley including wiping counters sanitizing surfaces and cleaning equipment.
  • Operate dishwashing machines and manually wash pots pans utensils trays and foodâservice equipment.
  • Collect sort and dispose of waste recyclables and food scraps according to sanitation standards.
  • Restock serving lines dining supplies utensils napkins and beverage stations throughout meal periods.
  • Sweep mop and maintain floors in the galley scullery and dining areas to ensure a safe environment.
  • Assist with receiving deliveries by moving boxes storing supplies and rotating stock using FIFO standards.
  • Organize dry storage refrigerators and freezers to maintain cleanliness and accessibility.
  • Follow strict sanitation hygiene and foodâsafety regulations at all times.
  • Monitor dining areas for cleanliness table turnover and readiness for incoming personnel.
  • Report equipment malfunctions safety hazards or sanitation concerns to supervisory staff.
  • Support cooks and supervisors by completing assigned cleaning restocking and endâofâshift duties.
  • Assist with special events highâvolume meal periods and inspection readiness tasks as directed.

Day in the Life of a Mess Attendant/Food Service Worker at CW Resources:

  • Start your shift by setting up your work area gathering supplies and preparing the dish station.
  • Collect sort and rinse dirty dishes from the dining and service areas.
  • Run dishes through the commercial dish machine and handâwash pots and pans that need extra cleaning.
  • Sanitize and put away clean dishes so theyre ready for the next meal.
  • Keep the galley clean by sweeping mopping wiping surfaces and removing food scraps throughout the shift.
  • Empty trash and recycling replace liners and follow proper disposal procedures.
  • Reset the dining area between meals by wiping tables refilling condiments and restocking napkins and supplies.
  • Assist with mealâservice setup by stocking trays utensils cups and other serving items.
  • Follow supervisor instructions to maintain military sanitation and safety standards.
  • Work with your team during busy mealtimes to keep service running smoothly.
  • End your shift by completing final cleaning tasks putting away supplies checking out with your supervisor and leaving the area ready for the next crew.

What Youll Need to Be Successful:

  • No experience No problem. Well teach you everything you need on the job.
  • Comes to work with a good attitude and treats everyone with respect.
  • Willing to learn new tasks.
  • Gets along well with others and talks clearly with the team.
  • Takes pride in their work and wants to do a good job every day.

Why Youll Love This Job:

  • Youll be a part of a mission-driven team that values your hard work and helps you grow.
  • Access to an Employee Wellness Coordinator and robust wellness program that support your health and work-life balance.
  • Opportunities for advancementgrow your career with us!

Explore Our Generous Benefits Package

  • Employer Paid Benefits Offered:
    • Insurance - Medical & Dental
    • Vision - (Voluntary Benefit)
    • Telemedicine
    • Retirement Plan & Match Options
    • Short Term Disability
    • Life Insurance
    • Paid Holidays & Vacation
    • Sick Time

Physical & Environmental Demands:

  • Standing & Walking: Stand and walk for extended periods while moving continuously between food prep areas serving lines scullery stations and storage rooms.
  • Bending Reaching & Physical Mobility: Bend stoop reach and crouch frequently to retrieve ingredients load dish machines clean equipment and restock serving stations.
  • Manual Dexterity & Equipment Operation: Use hands for chopping portioning serving cleaning and safely operating kitchen tools dish machines and sanitation equipment.
  • Temperature Exposure: Work in hot environments near ovens steam tables and grills and in cold environments such as walkâin refrigerators and freezers.
  • Noise & Environmental Conditions: Perform duties in a busy galley with elevated noise levels from machinery ventilation systems dishwashing equipment and highâtraffic meal periods.
  • Chemical & Odor Exposure: Work around cleaning chemicals sanitizers degreasers and strong food odors as part of routine food service and sanitation tasks.
  • Sanitation & Hygiene Requirements: Maintain strict adherence to food safety personal hygiene and sanitation standards in accordance with military and health regulations.
  • Reasonable accommodations can be provided.

CWs Core Values: Mission Driven Teamwork Makes Us Stronger & Everyone Brings Value!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made based on individual qualifications merit and business needs without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age disability genetic information veteran or military status or any other status protected by applicable federal state or local law.

Company Overview: CW Resources a part of CW Group is a national non-profit organization that has been delivering mission-driven high-quality services for more than 60 years. We are committed to fostering a supportive and respectful workplace where every employee is valued for their unique contributions. Were proud to offer a wide range of services from vocational rehabilitation programs to delivering healthy food options through the Meals on Wheels program. Our dedication to empowering individuals and strengthening communities drives everything we do and we continue to work toward a brighter more welcoming future for all.

Pay Transparency Disclaimer: We are committed to pay transparency. Compensation for this role is determined in good faith and based on jobârelated factors such as skills experience education and internal equity in accordance with applicable law. Employees and applicants may request additional compensation information as permitted by law.

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