Nutrition Services Associate

Englewood Schools • Denver, CO

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nutrition Services Associate prepares and serves breakfast and lunch at Clayton Elementary School, following state, federal, and district policies and procedures. The role supports meal preparation and delivery, customer service, cashiering, student account management, accurate point-of-sale recording, and cleaning. It helps ensure that students and other stakeholders receive nutritious, appealing meals in a safe and sanitary environment.

The associate supports food storage, safety and HACCP compliance, menu feedback, and promotion of food service participation. The position also assists the manager with reports and records, supports school activities and staff development, and helps foster positive relationships with students, staff, families, and community members. The job is non-exempt, benefits-eligible, and scheduled for six hours per day, 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., during the 2026/2027 school year.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Valid Colorado Driver's License.
• Obtain Serving It Safe certification within one year of hire.
• Computer and technology skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication, collaboration, problem-solving, coordination, analysis, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to meet attendance standards and work the necessary hours to fulfill essential responsibilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with district policies and applicable federal and state laws and regulations.
• Frequent lifting of 5 to 35 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 75 pounds with assistance.
• Frequent bending, walking, standing, reaching, and hand and arm movements; occasional sitting, stooping, kneeling, and squatting.
• Ability to use hands to handle, feel, grasp, and finely manipulate objects, tools, or controls; eye-hand coordination; concentrated reading, writing, and mathematics; and visual concentration on equipment.
• Ability to speak, hear, smell, and taste.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual ability is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve healthy, nutritious, appetizing breakfast and lunch to stakeholders.
• Provide excellent customer service and support smooth student flow through the payment and point-of-sale system.
• Operate cashiering functions, manage student accounts, and accurately record reimbursable meals using the point-of-sale system.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the site, equipment, and textiles in accordance with applicable guidelines, regulations, and the HACCP program.
• Assist with proper food storage and preparation of flavorful meals that comply with National School Lunch Program requirements and nutritional standards.
• Provide feedback on meals offered and support menu planning and food production.
• Promote food service purchases through marketing, stakeholder engagement, taste tests, and student involvement.
• Monitor operations to ensure compliance with safety standards and address safety concerns with stakeholders.
• Communicate and support school activities that encourage stakeholder involvement in student learning.
• Assist with implementing standards and procedures; provide constructive, corrective, specific, and timely feedback to employees.
• Support and participate in staff professional development, and encourage effective use of technology.
• Attend conferences, training sessions, and other professional development to stay current on nutrition matters.
• Build rapport with stakeholders and develop positive community relations.
• Assist the manager with report preparation and record maintenance in accordance with USDA, CDE, and district policies.
• Prioritize and schedule work independently, develop efficient process-management strategies, and maintain accurate records.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Pre-tax Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options, with monthly District contributions for HSA.
• Short- and long-term disability programs, with costs fully covered.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counseling and support services.
• Wellness programs.
• Retirement plan through the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA).
• Additional retirement savings options including 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) plans.
• Optional life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, cancer, and accident plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED