Student Nutrition Assistant - 4.5 hours

Shift Hours: 4.5 hours per day, 9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. for the 2026-2027 school year.

Responsibilities

• Prepares foods from recipes or instructions.
• Cares for, cleans, and properly stores equipment.
• Observes health and sanitation regulations.
• Attends the Food Safety Basics Class as required.
• Receives, unpacks, stores, and rotates food and supply stocks.
• Serves food to students and staff.
• Washes and sanitizes dishes, serving areas, coolers, preparation surfaces, and equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Student Nutrition Kitchen Manager.

Working Conditions

• Able to work harmoniously with others.
• Requires standing for long periods of time.
• Must pass standardized strength and agility testing requiring lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Completion of Food Basics Safety Class within 2 months of hire.
• Maintains high standards of sanitation and personal cleanliness.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.

Requirements

• All employees must have a current TB test (Tuberculosis). If you’ve had a recent TB test (less than 12 months ago), a copy of the results is acceptable. If it’s been more than 1 year, a new test is required. Employees are responsible for the cost of the test.
• Must pass standardized strength and agility testing requiring lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Must submit a pre-employment physical prior to the first day of work.
• Reliable references.

Pay

Starting salary: $15.60/hour.

Benefits

USD 232 offers an excellent benefits package. Visit our benefits page for more information.