2026-2027 School Nutrition Assistant - Part time

Join Delaware Schools Consortium; United States; On-site; USD 9,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

The Laurel School District is seeking a 2026-2027 School Nutrition Assistant (Part time) at Laurel Elementary School to support meal service and food safety operations. A high school diploma or GED is required, along with ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain it within a year, and the ability to read and follow recipes.

Responsibilities include assisting cooks, serving meals, and maintaining sanitation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of Delaware DOE Food Service Unit Course series, or willingness to complete within two years.
• Current ServSafe Certification, or willingness to complete within one year.
• Read and execute recipes; knowledge of USDA school meal patterns.
• Ability to work in cold/hot environments and lift at least 50 lbs.

Skills

English communication

Read recipes

Fast-paced environment

Physical stamina

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or GED

ServSafe Certification

Job description

2026-2027 School Nutrition Assistant - Part time JobID: 35914

• Date Posted: 6/11/2026
• Location: Laurel Elementary School
• Date Available: 8/26/2026
• District: Laurel School District

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of Delaware Department of Education's Food Service Unit Course series, or willingness to complete series within two years of employment. Failure to complete will result in termination.
• Current ServSafe® Certification, or willingness to complete within one year of employment. Failure to complete or maintain will result in termination.
• Manages and maintains professional development requirements/continuing education units (CEUs) per USDA federal regulations.
• Prior food service experience is preferred, however on-the-job and classroom training will be available.
• Ability to effectively and professionally communicate in English (read, write, speak) with students, families, staff, administration and community members.
• Ability to read and effectively execute recipes.
• Knowledge of, or demonstrated ability to learn, current USDA meal patterns for school nutrition programs.
• Ability to work in an environment of extreme cold, hot and humid temperatures for sustained periods.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Excellent work history, including evidence of punctuality, good attendance and satisfactory evaluations.
• Excellent health including full range of motion, manual dexterity, ability to stand for at least four (4) hours at a time. Ability to perform the following actions: Bending, squatting, climbing, carrying, moving objects and lifting a minimum of at least 50 lbs. Health certificate is required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable personal transportation.
• Applicants must complete a written skills test as part of the interview process.
• Satisfactory Criminal Background Check required.
• Satisfactory Child Protection Registry Check required.
• Participation in Direct Deposit of Pay required.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Three and a half (3.5) hours per day, exclusive of lunch.

Approximately 170-180 days per year.

Salary based on state and local salary schedules and experience.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Laurel School District

1160 South Central Avenue

Laurel, DE 19956

Fax: [phone]

DATE POSTED: June 11, 2026

CLOSING DATE: All documents must be received by 12:00 p.m. on June 30, 2026. An open and continuous search process will be conducted until thepositionisfilled.

The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all applicants, re-advertise and/or withdraw any or all positions. The District reserves the right to modify and/or delete any possible vacancy at its discretion for thisposition. The Laurel School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. An open and continuous search process will be conducted until thispositionisfilled.