Cook/Cashier

Washington Elementary School; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

PERA pension

ESST/Sick Leave

Job summary

Owatonna School District 761 is hiring for a Cook/Cashier at Washington Elementary School in Owatonna, Minnesota. The role covers food preparation, meal service, and clean‑up for meals served to students and staff in accordance with USDA guidelines.

It requires a high school diploma or GED, basic math, and ability to follow instructions, with certification possible within one year. Hours are 7:00 AM to 1:30 PM, five days a week, with a pay rate of $18.20 to $22.35 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Basic math skills and computer applications experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage main preparation function in production kitchen for meals served to students and staff.
• Assist with preparation, meal service, and clean‑up procedures for nutritious meals.
• Maintain records according to USDA Child Nutrition program guidelines.

Skills

Follow instructions

Basic math

Computer applications

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certification: AFSA Level 1 within 1 year

Job description

Cook/Cashier

Owatonna School District 761, Washington Elementary School – Owatonna, Minnesota

Job Details

Job ID: 5817608

Application Deadline: Aug 10, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 17, 2026

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $18.20 to $22.35 per hour

Job Description

Position Summary: Responsible for the main preparation function 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: 7:00 AM – 1:30 PM / 5 days per week

Pay Rate: A‑1‑3 / $18.20 – $22.35 per hour depending on experience.

Benefits offered for this position are as listed:

• 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.

Job Requirements

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

Contact Information

• Maria Terry, Nutrition Services Director
• District Office
• Phone: 507‑444‑8607
• Email: [e-mail]