2026-27 Nutrition & Wellness Worker II - Sonoran Sky ES

Young World Physical Education; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 14,220 - 17,380; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Nutrition & Wellness Worker II at Sonoran Sky Elementary School in Phoenix, Arizona. The role involves overseeing food service operations, monitoring safety protocols, and supporting students' dietary needs.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and relevant experience in food preparation and sanitation. Important skills include inventory management and effective communication. This position offers a non-interim contract for the 2026-2027 school year.

Qualifications

• Experience in food services with increasing responsibilities.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain food preparation and serving areas.
• Estimate food preparation amounts to minimize waste.
• Supervise food service substitutes.

Skills

Food preparation skills

Sanitation protocols

Inventory management

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ServSafe Certificate

Web-based programs used in food service

Job description

2026-27 Nutrition & Wellness Worker II - Sonoran Sky ES

Paradise Valley USD 69 Nutrition & Wellness - Phoenix, Arizona

Job ID: 5735338 | Application Deadline: Posted until filled | Posted: May 22, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 4, 2026

Job Description

Nutrition & Wellness Worker II

Location: Sonoran Sky Elementary School

Schedule: 9 months, 6.2 hours/day, 7:30am - 2:12pm

Grade: 14 | Hourly Wage: $15.94 | Position Type: Non-Interim | Dates: 8/4/2026 - 5/26/2027

Essential Functions

• Monitors, cleans, and maintains all areas of the storage, food preparation, and serving areas of the kitchen (e.g., utensils, equipment, refrigerators) to maintain safe and sanitary conditions and compliance with health requirements.
• Estimates food preparation amounts to meet projected meal requirements and minimize waste.
• Evaluates prepared food for flavor, appearance, and temperature to present items that will be accepted by students and/or staff.
• Inspects food and supply deliveries to verify quantity, quality, and specifications of orders and comply with mandated health requirements.
• Stocks, inventories, and orders food and supplies to ensure availability of items required for menu requirements and maintain an adequate inventory level.
• Manages assigned site operations to provide safe and efficient food services in compliance with mandated nutritional menu requirements and health standards.
• Supervises, trains, and evaluates N&W Substitutes with food preparation, serving, and cleaning to maintain safe and sanitary conditions and comply with the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs.
• Attends department meetings, in-service trainings, workshops, etc., to convey and/or gather required information.
• Reconciles transactions (e.g., meal counts, monies collected) to maintain account balances in compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Maintains a variety of manual and electronic files and records (e.g., production reports, temperature logs, time sheets) to provide up-to-date information and/or historical reference in accordance with administrative guidelines and legal requirements.
• Uses web‑based programs and other software related to the N&W Department to maintain daily operations.
• Responds to inquiries of students, staff, and the public to provide information and/or direction regarding food items and food service policies and practices.
• Screens free/reduced meal applications to ensure accuracy before submitting student applications to the Nutrition & Wellness Department.

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Responsibilities

Working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; directing other persons within a small work unit; utilizing resources from other work units as required to perform the job’s functions. The role offers continual opportunity to impact the organization’s services.

Work Environment

Physical demands include significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; significant fine finger dexterity. The job requires 10% sitting, 60% walking, and 30% standing. Exposure to temperature extremes and occupational hazards may occur. Applicants must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Experience

Job-related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is required.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Equivalency

Required Testing, Certificates, and Licenses

ServSafe Certificate; Valid Arizona DPS Level I IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Continuing Education / Training

Maintain relevant certificates as required.

Clearances

Criminal Background Clearance; Valid Arizona DPS Level I IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

FLSA Status

Non‑Exempt.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Paradise Valley Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries regarding the School’s compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), or Title II of the Genetic Information Non‑Discrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) may contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources.

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 15002 N 32nd Street
• Phoenix, Arizona 85032
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]