2026-2027 Student Aide - Student Nutrition Department - Only Current SPS Students Apply

Young World Physical Education; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 18,195 - 25,915; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is looking for a Student Aide for the Nutrition Department. This temporary position is open to current Springfield Public Schools students aged 16 or older. Responsibilities include assisting with food preparation and service, maintaining sanitary conditions in the cafeteria, and supporting operations. Candidates must obtain a Food Handlers certification and pass a background check. The hourly pay is $16.01.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Food Handlers certification required.
• Pass a Criminal Background Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and serving of food.
• Maintain cleanliness in the cafeteria.
• Support cafeteria operations and service delivery.

Skills

Basic math skills

Knowledge of safety practices

Ability to collaborate and communicate

Ability to analyze situations

Education

Currently enrolled Springfield Public Schools student

Job description

2026-2027 Student Aide – Student Nutrition Department (Current SPS Students Only)

Springfield Public Schools General Services Center (GSC)-Student Nutrition Services, Springfield, Missouri

Job ID: 5673001

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: May 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Student Aide – Student Nutrition Department

Department: Nutrition Services

Pay Grade: F120, Step 1

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Director – Nutrition Services Department

General Purpose: Responsible for providing support to the Nutrition Services staff at an assigned location; assisting with preparing and/or serving food items to students and/or school personnel; and maintaining food service facilities in a safe and sanitary condition. Only Springfield Public School Students are eligible for this position.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist with preparation, arrangement, and service of food and beverage items, serving them to students and staff in an efficient manner.
• Wash tables when students leave the cafeteria to ensure the cleanliness of tables and surrounding areas.
• Assist with Student Nutrition Services functions when time allows to support cafeteria operations and service delivery.
• Assist with stock to ensure availability of items required for meeting projected menu requirements.
• Clean and maintain utensils, equipment, storage, food preparation, and serving areas maintaining required sanitary conditions.
• Attend unit meetings, in-service training, and workshops to gather information required to perform job functions.
• Report equipment malfunctions by notifying supervisor of need for repair and/or replacement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Student Nutrition Services Supervisor.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Enrolled as a current Springfield Public Schools student.
• At least 16 years of age or older.

Certificates, Licenses and Other Special Requirements:

• Must obtain Food Handlers certification.
• Must pass a Criminal Background Clearance, the results of which must be satisfactory to the District, required.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical, required.
• Must have a Hepatitis A vaccination.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and/or ratios; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions.
• Knowledge based competencies required to perform the functions of the job include products and materials used in a school setting.
• Skill to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to routinely upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
• Skill based competencies required to perform the functions of the job, including operating equipment and materials used in industrial maintenance; adhering to safety practices; preparing and maintaining accurate records.
• Ability to read technical information and compose a variety of documents.
• Ability to analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.
• Ability to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups.
• Ability to analyze issues and create action plans.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively.
• Ability to apply critical thinking/problem solving to improve work processes.
• Ability to adhere to safety practices; meet deadlines and schedules; work under time constraints; and communicate with diverse groups.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Work environment is indoors and outdoors with regular exposure to weather conditions; in proximity to moving mechanical parts and electrical equipment; and in confined spaces.
• The work is heavy work that requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Must possess the physical ability to perceive the nature of sounds, make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes, express or exchange ideas by the spoken word, substantial movements (motions) with the hands, wrists, and/or fingers, and discern letters or numbers at a given distance.
• Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, manual dexterity, mental acuity, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity and walking.

Position Type: Temporary

Salary: $16.01 to $16.01 per hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Springfield Public Schools R-12 , Human Resources Department
• 1359 E. Saint Louis St.
• Springfield, Missouri 65802
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]