Full-time School Nutrition Worker (CES)

Dickson County Schools; Charlotte (TN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Dickson County Schools is seeking a School Nutrition Worker to prepare and serve meals in the district’s cafeterias, adhering to menu plans and safety standards. The role reports to the Cafeteria Manager and supports a 200-day employment calendar with focus on quality, sanitation, and student well-being.

The ideal candidate will have basic math skills, calm communication, and the ability to operate kitchen equipment safely in a busy school environment while promoting teamwork and compliance with

Qualifications

• Work under moderate supervision to prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements.
• Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices.
• Ability to understand written and verbal food preparation and safety instructions
• Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures
• Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools
• Ability to perform basic math

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested and uniform recipes.
• Serve food according to meal schedules, board policies, and administrative procedures, and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.
• Store and handle food items and supplies safely and in accordance with established procedures. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.
• Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards and follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
• Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.
• Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Strong communication

Student well-being

Tools

Electric slicer

Mixer

Pressure steamer

Deep-fat fryer

Sharp cutting tools

Stove

Oven

Dishwasher

Food cart

Job description

Job Description:

School Nutrition Worker

Reports To:

Cafeteria Manger

Dept/School:

Assigned Campus(es)

Employment:

200 Days

Calendar:

200 Days / 10 months

Salary Grade:

Grade 8 (classified scale)

Date Revised:

4/24/2026

Qualifications:

Work under moderate supervision to prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

The Cafeteria Monitor is responsible for maintaining a safe, orderly, and positive environment for students during meal service periods. The ideal candidate will possess a calm demeanor, strong communication skills, and a genuine interest in students' well-being and safety.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to understand written and verbal food preparation and safety instructions

Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures

Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools

Ability to perform basic math

Food Preparation and Serving

1. Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested and uniform recipes.
2. Serve food according to meal schedules, board policies, and administrative procedures, and practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.
3. Store and handle food items and supplies safely and in accordance with established procedures. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.

Safety and Sanitation

1. Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards and follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
2. Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.
3. Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor.
4. Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.

Other

1. Handle and record cashier functions accurately.
2. Help record food requisitions and order necessary supplies.
3. Maintain daily food preparation records.
4. Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.
5. Complete annual continuing education requirements.
6. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard large and small kitchen equipment and tools, including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, deep-fat fryer, sharp cutting tools, stove, oven, dishwasher, and food/utility cart.

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Continual walking; frequent climbing (ladder), grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching/overhead reaching

Lifting: Frequent moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds).

Environment: Work inside a commercial kitchen environment; exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, extreme humidity, noise, vibration, microwaves, biological hazards (bacteria, mold, fungi), chemical hazards (fumes, vapors, gases), electrical hazards; work with hands in water; work around machinery with moving parts; work on slippery surfaces.

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Notes: The duties outlined are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or is a logical assignment for this classification.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.