School Nutrition Assistant (2026-2027 SY), Hampton Elementary

Henry County Schools•Hampton, GA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The School Nutrition Assistant prepares, cooks, serves, and stores food according to institutional procedures, HACCP practices, and Health Department requirements. The role follows daily production schedules and written recipes, completes meal-accountability procedures including cashiering, and maintains food, utensils, equipment, and assigned work areas. The position also follows applicable policies and safety instructions, completes required training, protects confidential information, and performs other duties as assigned. This position is listed for the 2026–2027 school year at Hampton Elementary, within Financial Services/School Nutrition. It is a non-exempt position scheduled for 183 work days at six hours per day and reports to the School Nutrition Manager (School-Level).

Requirements

High school diploma or state-approved High School Equivalency (HSE) is preferred.
Exceptional integrity, commitment to confidentiality, excellent character, and a strong professional reputation.
Ability to abide by the Georgia Professional Standards Code of Ethics for Educators.
Regular, predictable, and reliable attendance at work.
Ability to be present at the physical worksite.
Ability to work in conditions with extreme cold or heat.
Ability to perform tasks involving prolonged periods of standing, walking, and sitting; some kneeling is required.
Ability to perform routine physical activities, including bending and lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds.
Vision, hearing, written, and verbal communication are essential to performing required tasks.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or state-approved High School Equivalency (HSE).

Responsibilities

Prepare, cook, and serve food in accordance with accepted institutional and HACCP procedures.
Follow daily production schedules, including preparing recipes as written.
Clean utensils and equipment; dispose of garbage and mop assigned floor areas.
Use leftover food as directed by the manager and store food items properly.
Use and maintain equipment as trained.
Follow approved instructions for chemical use in program operations.
Adhere to Federal, State, and Local policies, procedures, and regulations.
Adhere to Classified Employees Work Rules and School Nutrition Personnel and Uniform Standards.
Improve job-related skills and take pride in serving students.
Maintain confidentiality of information concerning students and staff.
Complete required training, including annual local training and the 30-hour Orientation for Nutrition Employees.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by an appropriate administrator.
Supervise students properly and consistently, particularly during emergency situations.