Food Service Assistant (410C) [180]

Cobb County School District (CCSD); Acworth (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobb County School District Acworth Elementary School is seeking a Food Service Assistant to perform duties in the Food and Nutrition Services department. You will follow health and safety guidelines, assist with food preparation and service, and support daily production schedules.

The role emphasizes good customer service, teamwork, and adherence to district rules. Training will be provided; high school completion is preferred and an orientation course is required during the first months of

Qualifications

• Must follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Basic math and computer skills required.
• Excellent customer service and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Prepares, cooks, and serves food following safety procedures.
• Follows production schedules and recipes as written.
• Maintains hygiene and handwashing standards.
• Cleans and sanitizes utensils and equipment; disposes of waste.
• Uses and stores cleaning chemicals per procedures.
• Participates in training and in-service opportunities.
• Complies with district rules and handbooks.
• Communicates effectively with students, staff, and parents.
• Works cooperatively with peers and supervisors; assists others as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the administrator.

Skills

Basic math

Customer service

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED (preferred)

Job description

Cobb County School District ACWORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - 0178 - Acworth, Georgia Open in Google Maps

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Food Service Assistant

JOB CODE: 410C

DIVISION: Business Services

SALARY SCHEDULE: Food and Nutrition Services

DEPARTMENT: Food and Nutrition Services

WORKDAYS: 176

REPORTS TO: Manager, Food and Nutrition Services

PAY GRADE: NW14

FLSA: Non-Exempt

PAY FREQUENCY: Bi-Weekly

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Perform food service duties as assigned by the manager.

REVISION DATES: 3/26

REQUIREMENTS:

• Educational Level: None; High School Diploma or High School Equivalency, preferred
• Certification/License Required: None, there is an Orientation for Nutrition Employees [ONE] course provided by the Food & Nutrition Services Department that is required to be completed during the first few months of employment.
• Experience: None required, training for all essential duties will be provided.
• Physical Activities: Job responsibilities require the following physical activities and demands. Bending and lifting items weighingamaximumof50lbs., walking, and standing on cement floor over a 4 – 7.5-hour shift with breaks, climbing up and down ladders, and have hands in hot and cold water; working for extended periods in extreme temperatures from hot to sub-zero, and using cleaning chemicals in solution, aerosol and/or powderform. Subject to a noisy work environment.
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: The ability to follow and implement written and verbal instructions as presented in English, along with basic math, basic computer skills, excellent customer service and teamwork skills.

The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Prepares, cooks, and serves food in accordance with established food safety procedures.
• Follows daily production schedules, including preparing recipes as written.
• Follows food safety guidelines for personal hygiene and practices safe hand washing.
• Cleans and sanitizes all utensils, equipment used, mop floors and dispose of garbage.
• Utilizes and stores cleaning chemicals (solutions, aerosols, and powders) following established procedures.
• Participates in training, in-service, and learning opportunities.
• Adheres to personnel requirements as outlined in the CCSD Administrative Rules, CCSD Employee Handbook, and the FNS Employee Handbook.
• Communicates effectively and promotes good public relations with students, teachers, parents, and administrators.
• Works with peers/supervisors in a cooperative manner and assists others when needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.

Food Service Assistant (410C) [180]

Location: Cobb County School District ACWORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - 0178 - Acworth, Georgia Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5987215

Application Deadline: Jan 16, 2027 4:59 AM (UTC)

Posted: Nov 09, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Nov 30, 2026

Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Position Type: Not provided

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 514 Glover Street
• Marietta, Georgia 30060
• Phone: [phone]
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• Email: [e-mail]