Category I nutrition services employee at Cooper High School

Robbinsdale Area Schools; New Hope (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Robbinsdale Area Schools is seeking a Nutrition Services employee at Cooper High School. The role assists in the preparation and service of food to students in a school setting. Hours are 7:30am to 2:00pm, Monday through Friday, totaling 6.5 hours per day, with six hours paid and a 30-minute unpaid break.

Category I pays $19.12 to $23.78 per hour, plus a $0.50 secondary stipend. This position is non-exempt, in the Nutrition Services department, represented by the Nutrition Services SEIU

Qualifications

• Knowledge of commercial food service equipment.
• Ability to maintain records.
• Ability to operate computer/cash registers.
• Able to verbally communicate with co-workers, students, and staff.
• Able to attend work regularly and report to work in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food according to the planned menu; operate equipment and ovens as needed.
• Maintain daily records of food production; maintain inventory of food and supplies.
• Complete daily set-up of school food; provide materials and supplies as needed for the menu items.
• Service as cashier for student and staff lunches; assist students with technology support for cashier functions; communicate with students regarding balance of funds available.
• Serve food to students according to menu and guidelines; remind students of meal options; assist students with special needs.
• Clean all kitchen equipment according to sanitation standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food service knowledge

Record keeping

Cashier operations

Verbal communication

Attendance reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cash registers

Computer use

Job description

Category I nutrition services employee at Cooper High School JobID: 7921

• Position Type:
  Nutrition Services/ Category I
  
• Date Posted:
  10/19/2026
  
• Date Available:
  as soon as possible
  

POSITION AVAILABLE
Nutrition Services employee: CooperSchool
Hours: 6.5 hours including six hourspaid time with a 30 minute upaid break per day, 7:30am to 2:00pm Monday through Friday school year position
Category I: $19.12 to $23.78 per hour, plus $0.50 secondary stipend, benefits eligible based on the current Nutrition Services contract
Department: Nutrition Services
FLSA Status: non-exempt
Bargaining Unit: Nutrition Services SEIU
Job Summary:
The Nutrition Services worker assists in preparation and service of food to students in a school setting.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare food according to the planned menu; operate equipment and ovens as needed.
• Maintain daily records of food production; maintain inventory of food and supplies.
• Complete daily set-up of school food; provide materials and supplies as needed for the menu items.
• Service as cashier for student and staff lunches; assist students with technology support for cashier functions; communicate with students regarding balance of funds available.
• Serve food to students according to menu and guidelines; remind students of meal options; assist students with special needs.
• Clean all kitchen equipment according to sanitation standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIONAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED TO PERFORME ESSENTIAL FUCTIONS:

• Knowledge of commercial food service equipment.
• Ability to maintain records.
• Ability to operate computer/cash registers.
• Able to verbally communicate with co-workers, students, and staff.
• Able to attend work regularly and report to work in a timely manner.

RQUIRED LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

• ServSafe certification within the first 6 months of employment.

RQUIRED EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Physical requirements associated with the position can best be summarized as ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description.

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.

Equity is one of District 281 core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first to ensure college and career readiness. A diverse workforce fuels innovation and allows us to better understand, communicate with, and educate our students. District 281 will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.