Cafeteria Worker

Coweta County Schools; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Coweta County Schools is seeking a School Nutrition Worker in Newnan, GA to prepare and serve meals in our school cafeteria. The role requires adherence to health and safety standards, stocking duties, and teamwork with staff and students.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and complete the required nutrition employee training within the first year. This is a full-time position with a focus on reliable, safe food service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must complete the Orientation for Nutrition Employees (30 Hour State Course) within the first year.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks meals in daily quantities, serves food, and maintains clean kitchen/cafeteria areas and equipment.
• Puts away stock and follows sanitation regulations.
• Performs tasks as directed by the cafeteria manager or assistant.

Skills

Food prep

Cooking

Serving

Cleaning

Lifting 20-50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Cafeteria Worker

Coweta County Schools Coweta County Schools - Newnan, Georgia Open in Google Maps. This job is also posted in Georgia Department of Education.

Job Details

Job ID: 5983928

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 05, 2026 5:08 PM (UTC)

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: School Nutrition Worker

$15.18 an hour

Primary Function

Prepares and cooks quality meals in daily quantities needed, puts away stock, serves food, cleans kitchen/cafeteria areas and equipment, and performs any additional tasks as directed by the cafeteria manager or her assistant.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Follows written and oral instructions. Cooperates with co-workers, teachers and other school officials. Deals effectively with children in a pleasant and cheerful manner. Has knowledge and understanding of materials, methods, and equipment used in institutional food preparation. Abides by sanitation regulations of food production. Wears a black shirt and pants or a uniform that is approved by manager and/or director. The uniform policy is designed to meet health and safety regulations. Wear black slip-resistant shoes that meet safety regulations. Accurately performs duties in a timely manner as assigned by manager. Completes O.N.E. course within one (1) full year of employment. Completes 6 hours of school nutrition professional development training yearly. Perform additional tasks assigned by the manager of the kitchen or the Director of School Nutrition.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION OR TRAINING

High school diploma or GED – Over 20 hours employee must complete the Orientation for Nutrition Employees (30 Hour State Course) by the end of the first full year after hire date.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Ability to carry out assigned preparation, cooking, serving and cleaning duties as assigned. Must be able to consistently lift a minimum of 20 lbs. and up to 50 lbs.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Acceptable institutional working experience or satisfactory substitute.

The Coweta County Board of Education reserves the right to accept equivalent qualifications as the Board may deem appropriate and acceptable.

The Coweta County School System does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Contact Information

• Vera Harris


• 167 Werz Industrial Drive


• Newnan, Georgia 30263


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