Nutrition Assistant

Wayzata-Public-Schools; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting at $24.18/hour

Job summary

Wayzata Public Schools is seeking a Nutrition Assistant for its school meal program. You will prepare, portion, and serve meals from scratch, assist with setup and cleanup, and use the POS system to check out students efficiently.

You will work with a dedicated Nutrition team in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment, ensuring safe, high-quality meals and positive interactions with students and staff. Training and district policies are part of the role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in an institutional kitchen or school nutrition preferred.
• Experience with quantity food production.
• Basic math and computation skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and follow instructions.
• Competency with institutional food service equipment.
• All new food service employees must pass a district-arranged pre-placement physical examination.
• Successful completion of background check.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, portioning, and serving food items according to standardized recipes and daily schedules.
• Assisting with setup, cleanup, and sanitation of food service areas, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
• Use the POS system to check out students efficiently and accurately.
• Collaborating with team members and supervisors to maintain a positive, productive work environment and deliver high-quality service.
• Supporting food service for special school or community events as needed.
• Attending required training and following district and department policies and procedures.
• Communicating effectively with supervisors and reporting any operational or safety concerns promptly.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic math

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Equipment competency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Do you believe good meals start with quality ingredients and a little extra care? Do you enjoy working with fresh food, and being around kids who appreciate a warm smile with their lunch? If so, we'd love to welcome you to our kitchen!

At Wayzata Public Schools, our dedicated Nutrition team is on a mission: to plan, prepare, and serve wholesome, scratch-made meals that fuel student success, nourishing their minds, bodies, and sense of belonging. We don't cut corners; we clean, chop, season, and cook meals the way they're meant to be made: from scratch and with care.

We're looking for a Nutrition Assistant who takes pride in the process and finds joy in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment. Whether you're prepping fresh produce or connecting with students in the lunch line, your work helps create a school day filled with energy, comfort, and community.

Your Role Will Include:

• Preparing, portioning, and serving food items according to standardized recipes and daily schedules.
• Assisting with setup, cleanup, and sanitation of food service areas, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
• Use the point-of-sale (POS) system to check out students efficiently and accurately.
• Collaborating with team members and supervisors to maintain a positive, productive work environment and deliver high-quality service.
• Supporting food service for special school or community events as needed.
• Attending required training and following district and department policies and procedures.
• Communicating effectively with supervisors and reporting any operational or safety concerns promptly.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Previous experience in an institutional kitchen setting.
• Experience with quantity food production.
• Basic math and computational skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and follow instructions.
• Competency with institutional food service equipment.
• All new food service employees must pass a district-arranged pre-placement physical examination.
• Successful completion of background check.

Salary and Benefits:

• Starting at $24.18/hour.
• This position is not health or dental benefit eligible.

Location & Shift Times:

• Oakwood Elementary, 5 hours/day (8:00am - 1:00pm).
• Plymouth Creek Elementary, 3.25 hours/day (9:45am - 1:00pm).
• Sunset Hill Elementary, 4 hours/day (9:30am - 1:30pm).
• Central Middle School, 4.25 hours/day (10:00am - 2:15pm).
• East Middle School, 4.75 hours/day (9:15am - 2:00pm).
• East Middle School, 3 hours/day (11:00am - 2:00pm).

Whether you're experienced or just starting out, we'll provide the training, support, and community you need to grow. You'll make a difference every single day, one scratch-made meal at a time.

Be part of something bigger. Be part of the Wayzata Nutrition team.