Child Nutrition Assistant - Contentnea-Savannah (30 hrs.) Start Date: 08/11/2026

Young World Physical Education; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 15,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is hiring a Child Nutrition Assistant in Kinston, North Carolina. This full-time role involves preparing and serving meals in a school cafeteria, following safety and sanitation protocols, and maintaining cleanliness of kitchen areas.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma and food service experience, with responsibilities including meal preparation, cashier duties, and assisting with special events.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Food service experience preferred.
• Ability to follow safety and sanitation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve meals according to standardized recipes.
• Adhere to established procedures for accounting of fees.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and dining area.

Skills

Food service experience

Sanitation knowledge

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cash register

Dishwashing equipment

Job description

Child Nutrition Assistant - Contentnea-Savannah (30 hrs.)

Starting Date: 08/11/2026 (Immediately)

Location: Lenoir County Public Schools Child Nutrition Department, Kinston, North Carolina.

Job Description

Position# 308702

Pay Grade 52 – $16.54 per hour

Child Nutrition – Cafeteria Assistant – Elementary, Middle and High Schools.

General Statement of Job: The Child Nutrition Assistant serves as cashier and/or prepares meals in a school cafeteria. Duties include operating a computer, collecting, recording, and accounting for fees; participating in preparation and serving of meals; assisting with cleaning and janitorial tasks; and reporting to the Cafeteria Manager.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve meals, salads, and a‑la‑carte items according to standardized recipes; prepare meals for special diets based on instructions.
• Adhere to established procedures for collection, reporting and accounting of fees for purchase of meals and other food products.
• Assist in the preparation and service of breakfasts, lunches and other foods; serve meals on time and provide quick, pleasant service to customers; work with all cafeteria staff to create a pleasant eating environment.
• Follow HAACP and TILT procedures to ensure safe food preparation and service of all menu and a‑la‑carte items.
• Clean kitchen area and equipment/utensils to maintain sanitation codes; wash pots, pans and serving utensils by hand or dishwashing machine; add detergent and sanitizing agent, and regulate temperature and water flow to clean and sanitize properly.
• Perform various housekeeping duties in kitchen and dining area: sweep and mop floors, wipe or wash tables, chairs or benches, carry garbage to dumpster, clean kitchen restroom, etc.
• Assist with stocking and inventory: check deliveries, count physical inventory.
• Take and record temperatures of foods and food‑holding equipment including freezers, coolers and warming units.
• Follow workplace safety procedures; work with other Child Nutrition staff to resolve problems and provide solutions to day‑to‑day operations.
• Help ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and sanitation standards.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Assist with special events and projects as assigned or requested.

Additional Job Functions or Assigned Tasks

Perform other related work as required.

Minimum Training and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent. Food service experience preferred.

Other Requirements

Work in a kitchen environment; subject to temperature extremes, standing for long periods, lifting up to 40 pounds, loud noises, and traveling between schools for work purposes.

Must maintain an acceptable attendance record and be punctual.

Position Type

Full‑Time (30 hrs.)

Contact Information

• Danelle Turner, Director of Child Nutrition
• Child Nutrition Department
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]