Cook/Cashier

Washington Elementary School; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

PERA Pension

ESST/Sick Leave

Job summary

Washington Elementary School in Owatonna, Minnesota is seeking a part-time Cook/Cashier for its Nutrition Services team. Responsibilities include food preparation, meal service and clean-up in a production kitchen following USDA guidelines.

Required: high school diploma or GED, ability to lift up to 40 pounds, basic math and computer skills, and certification Level 1 within one year of hire. Hours are 10:30am–1:30pm, five days per week.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to safely lift up to 40 pounds.
• Basic math skills and computer applications experience.
• Certification with the American Food Service Association Level 1 within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food according to USDA and local guidelines.
• Assist with meal service and clean-up.
• Perform record keeping for nutrition services.
• Ensure nutritious and attractive meals for students and staff.

Skills

Follow instructions

Lift 40 pounds

Basic math

Computer applications

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Owatonna School District 761 Washington Elementary School - Owatonna, Minnesota Open in Google Maps

Cook/Cashier

Owatonna School District 761 Washington Elementary School - Owatonna, Minnesota Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Owatonna School District 761

Job Details

Job ID: 5973327

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Responsible for the food preparation at a production kitchen for meals served to students and staff in accordance with USDA and local guidelines. Includes preparation of food, clean-up, and record keeping. Assists with preparation, meal service, and clean-up procedures for nutritious and attractive meals served to students and adults according to USDA Child Nutrition program guidelines.

Position Requirements:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to safely lift up to 40 pounds. Basic math skills, including computer applications experience. Certification with the American Food Service Association at Level 1 within one year of date of hire.

Hours/Schedule:

10:30am - 1:30pm / 5 days per week

Pay Rate:

A-1-3 / $18.20 - $22.35/hour depending on experience.

Benefits offered for this position are as listed -Nutrition Services - Full Time:

Health Insurance offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield (single and family)

Dental Insurance (Single and Family)

$50,000 Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) pension

Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)/Sick Leave

ISD761 IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND SUPPORTS WORKFORCE DIVERSITY.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $18.20 to $22.35 Per Hour

Job Requirements

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

Contact Information

• MARIA TERRY , Nutrition Services Director
• District Office
• Email: [e-mail]