CLASSIFIED_Nutrition Services

Gretna Public Schools; Gretna (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

No evenings or weekends

Paid training

Advancement opportunities

Lunch provided

Job summary

Gretna Public Schools in Gretna, Nebraska, is seeking a part-time Cafeteria Worker in the Nutrition Services department. The role involves food preparation, serving students and staff, and maintaining a clean kitchen.

Hours are 9:00 am–2:00 pm, Monday through Friday, August–May with summers off. Starting pay begins at $18.45 per hour, with higher rates for experience and for high school levels.

Qualifications

• High school degree or GED preferred.
• Possess any required Food Handler’s permit and any other required certification and training.
• Previous food service experience, customer service experience, and cash handling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, portioning, and serving food and beverages.
• Cashiering and maintaining accurate records of payments.
• Cleanup duties: clean and arrange eating, service, and food preparation areas, wash pots, pans, dishes, utensils and other cooking equipment to ensure cleanliness and functional operation, and proper storage of leftovers.
• Arrange tables and decorations according to instructions.
• Compile and maintain records of food and beverage use and expenditures.
• Plan or assist with meeting special dietary or nutritional restrictions of students.

Skills

Food service

Customer service

Cash handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Food Handler's permit

Job description

CLASSIFIED_Nutrition Services

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Job Details

Job ID: 5418053

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Dec 10, 2025 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

It is the policy of Gretna Public Schools to not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, or other protected status in its educational programs, admission policies, employment policies or other administered programs. Persons requiring accommodations to apply and/or be considered for positions are asked to make their request to the Superintendent.

Department: Nutrition Services

The job:

• Part-time, day hours of 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
• August through May (summers off)
• No experience needed, but food service and customer service experience is great
• Key responsibilities: food preparation, storage, and service to children and staff; proper operation of commercial kitchen equipment; maintain clean, organized tools and work area
• Key attributes: teamwork, positive attitude, willingness to learn, drive to maintain a healthy and safe environment, care for others, especially children
• Pay starts at $18.45 (elementary), $18.95 (middle school) and $19.45 (high school); more with school nutrition experience

Benefits:

• Job hours that support a work and family-life balance: no evenings, weekends, holidays or snow days; be at home to take and pick up your child from school and at work during their school day
• No experience required; get paid for training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Complimentary shift lunch

Job Type: Part-time

Schedule:

• Day shift - Monday thru Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Education Level and Certification: High school degree or GED preferred. Possess any required Food Handler’s permit, and any other required certification and training. Previous food service experience, customer service experience, and cash handling experience preferred.

Reports To: Nutrition Services Manager/Head Cook.

Performance Responsibilities and Job Tasks

• Preparing, portioning, and serving food and beverages.
• Cashiering and maintaining accurate records of payments.
• Cleanup duties: clean and arrange eating, service, and food preparation areas, wash pots, pans, dishes, utensils and other cooking equipment to ensure cleanliness and functional operation, and proper storage of leftovers.
• Arrange tables and decorations according to instructions.
• Compile and maintain records of food and beverage use and expenditures.
• Plan or assist with meeting special dietary or nutritional restrictions of students.
• Take inventory of supplies and equipment and notify cafeteria personnel of shortages and defective equipment.
• Train or assist with the training of new employees.
• Adhere to all federal and State USDA regulations and State and local Food Codes.
• Perform other tasks or duties as assigned by the Superintendent, Principal or other supervisors.
• Serve as a role model to all students.
• Serve as a positive member of the community in a way that does not negatively affect the District’s reputation or image in the community.
• Refrain from engaging in conduct that interferes with the operations of the District, including the education of students.
• Develop and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with other staff and administration.
• Adhere to all District policies, rules, regulations, and supervisory directives.
• Maintain confidentiality of information concerning staff, students, and parents in accordance with law and District rules.
• Adhere to the code of ethics of the District and the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE Rule 27).

FLSA Exempt Status: Non-exempt.

At-Will Position. This position is an “at-will” position and may be terminated, with or without cause, at any time in the sole discretion of the Superintendent or Superintendent’s designee.

Essential Functions: The essential functions of the Cafeteria Worker position include: (1) regular, dependable in‑person attendance on the job; (2) the ability to perform the identified tasks and performance responsibilities which require effective teaching and communication skills; and (3) the ability to perform the following identified physical requirements.

Physical Requirements

Cafeteria Worker

E = Essential

NE

NE

E

E

E

E

Stamina

1. Sitting

X

2. Walking

X

3. Standing

X

4. Sprinting/Running

X

5. Bending or twisting at the neck more than the average person

X

6. Bending or twisting at the trunk more than the average person

X

7. Squatting/Stooping/Kneeling

X

8. Reaching above the head

X

9. Reaching forward

X

10. Repeating the same hand, arm or finger motion many times (For example: typing, data entry, etc.)

X

11. Climbing (on ladders, into large trucks/vehicles, etc.)

X

12. Hand/grip strength

X

13. Driving on the job

X

14. Typing non‑stop

X

15. Manual dexterity (using a wrench or screwing a lid on a jar)

X

16. Finger dexterity (typing or putting a nut on a bolt)

X

17. Lifting up to 10 pounds (Mark all that apply)

Floor to waist

X

Waist to shoulder

X

Shoulder to overhead

X

18. Lifting 11 to 25 pounds (Mark all that apply)

Floor to waist

X

Waist to shoulder

X

Shoulder to overhead

X

19. Lifting 26 to 50 pounds (Mark all that apply)

Floor to waist

X

Waist to shoulder

X

Shoulder to overhead

X

20. Lifting 51 to 75 pounds (Mark all that apply)

Floor to waist

X

Waist to shoulder

X

Shoulder to overhead

X

21. Lifting 76 plus pounds (Mark all that apply)

X

Floor to waist

X

Waist to shoulder

X

Shoulder to overhead

X

22. Can load/items weighing over 50 pounds that are lifted or carried be shared, or reduced into smaller loads?

X

23. 25 to 50 pounds

X

24. 51 to 75 pounds

X

25. 76 to 90 pounds

X

26. Over 90 pounds

X

27. 10 to 25 pounds

X

28. 26 to 50 pounds

X

29. 51 to 75 pounds

X

30. 76 to 90 pounds

X

31. Over 90 pounds

X

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $18.45 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jason Gehrken , Director of Nutrition Services
• GRETNA ADMIN OFFICE
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]