School Nutrition Associate (6 Hours)
About The Position
The School Nutrition Associate supports the LCS School Nutrition Program by preparing and serving food and maintaining the kitchen and service area. Employees receive on-the-job training in basic food preparation and cafeteria operations. The work requires sustained moderate physical effort, operation of standard food service equipment, and continuous standing. Work is performed under the supervision of a cafeteria manager or other cafeteria employee. The position is located at R. S. Payne Elementary School in the School Nutrition department. It is a six-hour position scheduled for 183 days. The listed start date is for the 2026–27 school year. The position is non-exempt, and no salary figure is provided; applicants are directed to the LCS Employee Pay Scales.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- No experience required.
- Some knowledge of food preparation.
- Ability to follow food sanitation procedures.
- Ability to perform basic math.
- Ability to learn prescribed food preparation methods and school cafeteria operations.
- Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand for the duration of the workday, with breaks as outlined in the School Nutrition Employee Handbook.
- Ability to retrieve necessary menu items and recipe ingredients.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
- Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence, and memos.
- Basic human relations skills to work cooperatively in close proximity with others under constant deadlines.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with food services and/or school nutrition programs is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform daily cooking, serving, and cleaning duties as assigned by the Manager.
- Help organize and maintain the inventory system for food and supplies.
- Follow local, state, and federal health and safety guidelines.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships.
- Demonstrate professionalism and excellent customer service.
- Perform duties in accordance with division requirements and School Board policies.
- Attend training sessions recommended by the manager and director.
- Wear only approved uniforms and shoes to work.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Travel locally to meetings and alternate work assignments as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
