Asst.Nutrition Services- Thomas A. Edison Elementary (2026-2027)

Power Youth; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Power Youth is seeking an Assistant for Nutrition Services at Thomas A. Edison Elementary in Nashville. This role involves assisting with meal preparation while ensuring health and sanitation standards are upheld. Responsibilities include performing various kitchen tasks, cleaning, serving meals, answering inquiries about food, and managing inventory. A high school diploma or GED is required along with 1-3 years of food preparation experience preferred. Must be proficient in English with a focus on teamwork and communication.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Assist school nutrition staff to assure meals are prepared and served in a clean environment.
• Perform various semi‑skilled kitchen tasks to prepare food for serving.
• Cleans and sanitizes kitchen equipment and facilities.
• Serves students and teachers appropriate quantities in a friendly manner.
• Answers inquiries regarding content or nutritional value of food.
• Stores food and supplies upon receipt and updates inventory records.

Skills

English language proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Asst. Nutrition Services- Thomas A. Edison Elementary (2026-2027)

Job Description

Job Code: 3503003

Job Family/Function: 35 – Nutrition Services Assistants

FLSA: Nonexempt

Grade Ladder: MNPS Support Hourly

Pay Grade: MNPS.SCH001-H

Duration (days/year): 197

Locations: Nutrition Services

Job Summary

Under the supervision of a manager, assists school nutrition staff to assure meals are prepared and served in a clean environment while following all health and sanitation rules and regulations.

What you will do

• Perform various semi‑skilled kitchen tasks to prepare food for serving. Tasks include, but are not limited to, slicing and chopping vegetables, cooking vegetables and meat, mixing pastries, measuring ingredients to ensure food is prepared in established quantities according to daily menu guidelines.
• Cleans and sanitizes kitchen equipment, counters and tables, mops and sweeps floors on a daily basis in compliance with state health regulations.
• Prepares serving lines by filling steam table wells and arranging appropriate number of pans in correct sequence.
• Serves students and teachers appropriate quantities in a friendly manner as they come through serving line.
• Keeps serving line clean and replenished.
• Answers inquiries customers may have regarding content or nutritional value of food or refers to appropriate personnel if needed.
• Receives supply orders and verifies quantity ordered/shipped against invoices.
• Stores food and supplies upon receipt, updates inventory records to ensure necessary supplies are available on a continual basis.

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience Qualifications

• 1-3 years of work experience in food preparation preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to read, write and speak English.

Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all individuals. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our global community. We strive to treat all employees and applicants with respect and fairness, and we make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. The American Disabilities Act (ADA) requires MNPS to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.