Cafeteria Nutrition Tech (Substitute) — Meal Prep & Service

Arlington Community Schools; Arlington (TN); On-site; USD 131,000 - 152,000; Part time

Job summary

Arlington Community Schools is seeking a Substitute Nutrition Technician to support the School Nutrition Manager in cafeteria operations. The role emphasizes preparing and serving nutritious meals while keeping a clean, sanitary environment and following safety procedures.

Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma, the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and good English communication. Prior food service experience is preferred; position requires working in a kitchen setting with standard

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math.
• Ability to understand and follow English directions to ensure safety.
• Experience in commercial food service preferred.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items according to daily menu and recipes.
• Follow written and verbal instructions for preparation and cleanup.
• Assemble ingredients, utensils, and equipment for meal prep.
• Serve food in appropriate portions with a pleasant demeanor.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and equipment.
• Monitor food temperatures and cooking times in compliance with HACCP.

Skills

Reading and writing English

Safety procedures

Record keeping

Communication

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

POS terminal

Job description

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Job Details

Job ID: 5902002
Application Deadline: Oct 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 25, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Arlington Community Schools

Position Description

ACS Substitute Nutrition Technician

Goal: To assist the School Nutrition Manager in the efficient operation of the cafeteria by preparing and serving nutritious and attractive meals for students and staff in a pleasant environment while maintaining a clean and sanitary work area.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Ability to work in environments that may be uncomfortable, wet, and slippery
• Ability to work in the temperatures found in hot kitchens and the walk-in refrigerators and freezers
• Ability to understand and adhere to safety procedures and take precautions required to avoid cuts, bruises, burns, scalds, and falls
• Ability to understand and follow directions in English, both oral and written, to ensure safety of food preparation and service
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical calculations
• Ability to keep accurate records
• Experience in commercial food service preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with colleagues
• Ability to follow standardized recipes
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare food items according to the daily menu, production schedule, and standardized recipes
• Follow written and verbal instructions for pre-portioned items, cooking, serving, and cleanup
• Assemble ingredients, utensils, and equipment needed for meal preparation
• Serve food to students and staff in appropriate portions while maintaining a pleasant demeanor
• Maintain composure and a positive attitude with coworkers, staff, and students
• Monitor and record food temperatures and cooking times in compliance with HACCP and food safety guidelines
• Set up serving lines, ensure availability of serving utensils, and maintain cleanliness throughout serving
• Appears clean, neat, and wears proper attire
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitization of equipment, food preparation and serving areas, and storage areas, and safely handles and stores utensils, pans, serving ware and cookware
• Assists in stocking supplies and monitors inventory, rotates food products as scheduled
• May serve as cashier, operating a point-of-sale terminal and collecting monies.
• Performs all duties in compliance with school, District and Health Department policies, procedures, and standards of quality and care
• Prepares accurate work records as required; may enter and retrieve computer data as needed
• Attends training and meetings as necessary to maintain and enhance job knowledge and skills
• Engage in continuous physical activity during serving hours (walking, standing, lifting, stooping, climbing)
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed by the School Nutrition Manager or school administration
• Perform tasks consistent with other duties as may be assigned by the Superintendent or designee

Supervisory Responsibilities: There are no supervisory responsibilities

Working conditions: School Cafeteria and Kitchen: This job operates in a kitchen with the use of commercial food service equipment such as ovens, warmers, dishwashers, etc.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is

• regularly required to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.
• required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; and move or reposition with hands and arms.
• Regularly move about inside the kitchen/cafeteria area to operate and use appropriate tools/equipment for serving, cooking, and cleaning.

Other Duties:

• Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, activities, or responsibilities may change at anytime with or without notice.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Salary:$110 for Full-Time 6.5 hours, $95 for Part-time 5.5 hours

ACS offers education and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, genetics, or age.

Position Type: Substitute
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Food Service

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Lisa Walker , Chief of Human Resources
• Arlington Community Schools-District Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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