Nutrition Assistant

KIPP METRO ATLANTA COLLABORATIVE INC•Atlanta, GA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The School Nutrition Assistant supports daily meal preparation, service, sanitation, and compliance within the school nutrition program. This position operates within a structured career ladder (Levels 1–3) designed to build mastery, accountability, and leadership capacity over time. All Nutrition Assistants are responsible for ensuring meals are prepared and served safely, accurately, and in compliance with USDA and district requirements. As assistants progress from Level 1 to Level 3, expectations increase in independence, technical skill, leadership, and operational ownership.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to read and understand English at a fifth-grade level.
Ability to follow recipes written in standard fifth grade English language.
Ability to follow instructions and complete assigned tasks.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Strong customer service orientation.
Ability to perform physical requirements of the role.
Commitment to food safety and operational excellence.

Nice To Haves

Previous institutional or volume-feeding experience (school cafeteria preferred).
ServSafe certification.
Experience operating commercial kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

Prepare breakfast, lunch, and snack items according to standardized recipes and menu plans.
Withdraw appropriate quantities of food from inventory as directed.
Set up and maintain serving lines, ensuring proper temperature, portion control, and presentation.
Implement Offer Versus Serve (OVS) requirements and ensure reimbursable meal compliance.
Serve scholars efficiently and professionally while adhering to meal schedules.
Maintain quality standards that encourage scholar participation.
Follow all health department and food safety requirements.
Monitor and document food and equipment temperatures daily.
Ensure proper food handling, cooking, cooling, and storage procedures.
Perform cleaning tasks aligned to daily and weekly sanitation schedules.
Operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and report malfunctions promptly.
Assist in receiving, stocking, and storing deliveries.
Support monthly inventory counts and tracking processes.
Maintain required production records, temperature logs, and documentation.
Ensure meals meet USDA reimbursable requirements, including Buy American guidelines.
Follow all school and district policies consistently.
Provide friendly, respectful service to scholars, families, and staff.
Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.
Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and adherence to assigned schedule.
Perform additional duties as assigned.