School Nutrition Assistant (2026-2027 SY), Dutchtown High

Henry County Schools•Hampton, GA

7h•Onsite

About The Position

The School Nutrition Assistant works in the Financial Services/School Nutrition division and prepares, cooks, serves, and stores food according to institutional procedures, HACCP procedures, and Health Department requirements. The role follows meal accountability procedures, including cashiering, and supports the daily operation of the school nutrition program. This position is scheduled for 183 work days at six hours per day and reports to the School Nutrition Manager at the school level.

Requirements

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 properly and consistently supervise students, particularly during emergency situations.
Ability to work in conditions with extreme cold or heat.
Ability to perform tasks involving prolonged periods of standing, walking, and sitting, with some kneeling.
Ability to perform routine physical activities such as bending and lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds.
Vision, hearing, written, and verbal communication abilities necessary to perform 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 and prepare 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.
Comply with Federal, State, and Local policies, procedures, and regulations.
Follow 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.