Nutrition Services Associate - Elementary 4.5 hours/day

Independent School District 196•Rosemount, MN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nutrition Services Associate supports school meal service by preparing and serving food, processing students through breakfast and lunch lines, accounting for meals and à la carte sales, and cleaning kitchen and dining areas. The position follows instructions and department standards for food production, service, safety, and cleanup. Associates work cooperatively with employees, interact professionally with students, and attend job-related training. This elementary-school position is 4.5 hours per day during school-day hours. Employment is effective as soon as possible. The role reports to the Nutrition Services Manager. Compensation is $20.91–$23.42 per hour under the 2026–27 contract. If benefit-eligible, employees receive benefits effective on their first day of active employment.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED.
Basic arithmetic, reading, and writing skills.
Ability to safely lift up to 40 pounds.
Ability to stand on a hard surface for 3–6 hours and perform bending, twisting, and repetitive motions.
Complete the Serve Safe course and pass its exam with at least 70% accuracy within one year of hire.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and complete job duties within contracted hours.
Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently.

Nice To Haves

Experience in institutional food service operations and/or school foodservice.
Previous knowledge of point-of-sale systems.
Demonstrated experience and proficiency working with a culturally, ethnically, racially, and socioeconomically diverse school community.

Responsibilities

Follow the food service manager’s instructions for food production, preparation, and service.
Follow department standards for accounting for reimbursable meals and à la carte sales.
Follow the food service manager’s instructions for cleaning the kitchen, serving area, cafeteria, and dishroom.
Follow safety standards for handling, preparing, storing, and serving food.
Use computerized point-of-sale equipment to process students through breakfast and lunch lines.
Work efficiently and cooperate with other employees.
Attend job-related training classes and workshops.
Interact with students in a positive and professional manner.
Perform other duties as assigned.