Cashier Nutrition Services (Kipp Academy Elementary) (2025-2026)

Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools; Nashville (TN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Metro Nashville Public Schools is seeking a Cashier for Nutrition Services responsible for selling food, handling cash transactions, and maintaining cleanliness in the serving area. A strong focus on customer service and basic arithmetic skills is essential. Candidates must have a High School Diploma or equivalent, and be prepared to assist in food preparation and answer customer inquiries.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED/vocational training required.

Responsibilities

• Receive payments via cash, vouchers, or electronic methods.
• Assist in food preparation and packaging.
• Keep checkout areas clean and perform general cleaning duties.

Skills

Knowledge of arithmetic for problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED/vocational training

Job description

Job Title: Cashier Nutrition Services

Job Code: 86207

Department: Nutrition Services

Job Type: Non-Exempt, Support Hourly

Location: Nutrition Services

Work Days per Year: 197

About Metro Schools

Metro Schools is one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the United States, serving over 80,000 students in Metro Nashville-Davidson County. We are committed to innovative reform strategies and are looking for passionate educators and support staff to join our team.

Job Summary

The Cashier in Nutrition Services is responsible for selling food to students and staff, operating the cash register, and maintaining the serving line. The role involves handling transactions, preparing food, maintaining cleanliness, and providing excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

1. Receive payments via cash, vouchers, or electronic methods; issue receipts and handle refunds or credits.
2. Assist in food preparation and packaging, ensuring proper food temperature and portion sizes.
3. Stock and rotate food items on the serving line.
4. Keep checkout areas clean and perform general cleaning duties.
5. Answer customer questions and provide information on procedures or policies.
6. Resolve customer complaints, process returns and exchanges.
7. Identify prices and use cash registers or scanners to tabulate bills.
8. Balance sales with received monies and complete necessary reports.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED/vocational training required.

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of arithmetic for problem-solving.

Starting Salary

$19.62 per hour

Salaries are determined based on education, experience, and other qualifications. Final decisions are at the discretion of MNPS, and salary ranges are guidelines. More information is available here.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Metro Nashville Public Schools is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics. We provide accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by the ADA.