Child Nutrition Cook

Young World Physical Education; Morrilton (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education seeks a full-time Child Nutrition Cook in Morrilton, Arkansas. The position involves preparing nutritious meals, ensuring a safe and clean environment, and following health guidelines.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and food service experience is preferred. Responsibilities include following standardized recipes and maintaining confidentiality regarding school personnel.

Qualifications

• Pass all appropriate background checks.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; food service experience preferred.
• Effective beginning the 2006‑2007 school year, a minimum of twelve (12) hours of in‑service training must be part of a full‑time child nutrition worker contract each school year.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious food by standardized recipes for specified quantities.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary work environment.
• Complete all daily duties by the end of the workday as assigned.

Skills

Food service experience

Customer service

Punctuality

Sanitation guidelines

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

In-service training (12 hours/year)

Job description

Child Nutrition Cook

South Conway County School District, Central Office – Morrilton, Arkansas

Job Details

Job ID: 5723177

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 19, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: July 1, 2026

Job Description

Position Title: Child Nutrition Cook

Reports To: Child Nutrition Manager and Building Principal

FLSA Status: Non‑exempt

Length of Contract: 180 Days (Salary and work year to be established by the Board of Education)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a commitment to safety, learning, and academic achievement by actively participating in the Professional Learning Community Process and carrying out assigned responsibilities to contribute the mission of the South Conway County School District.
• Demonstrate effective customer service to all district patrons and an attitude of helpfulness toward fellow employees, students, and staff.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and acceptable personal appearance, following the appropriate dress code. No fingernail polish, fake nails, or jewelry. Must have a hairnet, appropriate pants, and non‑canvas shoes. Shirts must be of the same color assigned by the Child Nutrition Manager or Child Nutrition Director.
• Be on time; punctuality is required. Time schedule is established by the Child Nutrition Manager or Child Nutrition Director.
• Follow all health, safety, work habits, and sanitation guidelines as stated in the Child Nutrition Regulations.
• Follow and maintain district policies, along with all state and federal regulations.
• Keep private information concerning scholars, teachers, and other school personnel confidential.
• Complete all duties assigned by the Manager through a daily work schedule.
• Prepare nutritious food by standardized recipes for specified quantities and serve food to program participants according to state and federal regulations.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary work environment.
• Actively participate in staff development training opportunities provided by the Child Nutrition Director and/or Child Nutrition Manager.
• Understand and follow directions as given to perform the job in a safe and responsible manner.
• Cooperate in all activities necessary for the best functioning of the SCCSD Food Service Program.
• Complete all daily duties by the end of the workday as assigned by the Child Nutrition Manager and Child Nutrition Director.

Education, Certifications, and Experience

Pass all appropriate background checks.

High school diploma or equivalent preferred; food service experience preferred.

Effective beginning the 2006‑2007 school year, a minimum of twelve (12) hours of in‑service training must be part of a full‑time child nutrition worker contract each school year. Failure to complete the 12‑hour training may result in termination by the local school district.

Physical Demands

These physical demands are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for disabilities. The employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear, frequently walk, occasionally stand and reach with hands and arms, and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Travel to other buildings or local training sites may be required. The position may involve irregular or extended work hours.

Work Environment

This work environment is moderately loud due to daily operations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information provided in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

South Conway County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Type

Full‑Time

Job Categories

Support Staff > Food Service

Job Requirements

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

Contact Information

• Marilyn Gullett, Child Nutrition Director
• Central Office
• Phone: 501‑354‑9400 ext. 1023
• Email: [e-mail]