Nutrition Services Assistant - East 4.75 hr/day

Duluth Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Duluth Public Schools is seeking a Nutrition Services Assistant to support East High School’s meal program. The role includes assisting with meal preparation, serving, and daily food service duties under supervision of the Site Manager and cooks.

The position requires basic math, record keeping, and strong teamwork to maintain sanitary kitchen and serving areas. Typical schedule is Monday through Friday, with part-time hours.

Qualifications

• Ability to set up for meals and maintain sanitary conditions.
• Experience with basic cash handling and food service computer systems is a plus.
• Ability to read and write and perform simple arithmetic calculations.
• Ability to work with children and collaborate with staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meal preparation and serving.
• Support Site Manager and cooks in meal coordination.
• Operate cash register and food service computer to track meals/records.
• Maintain cleanliness and food safety in preparation and serving areas.

Skills

Food service

Cash handling

Record keeping

Basic math

Teamwork

Communication

Reading & writing

Child interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Nutrition Services Assistant - East 4.75 hr/day JobID: 9719

• Position Type: Child Nutrition/ Nutrition Service Assistant
• Date Posted: 10/29/2026
• Location: East High School
• Closing Date: 11/05/2026

Nutrition Services Assistant

East High School

23.75 hrs per week | Monday - Friday |

Starting Wage: $16.31/hr

Join the Duluth Public Schools team, where we work to inspire every student to achieve their potential and prepare students to lead productive, fulfilling lives.

Summary

Duluth Public Schools is seeking an individual to work under the supervision of the Site Manager and also receives direction from cooks charged with the coordination of meal preparation by providing assistance in the preparation and serving of food items. Performs a variety of activities involved in the set up for meals, maintaining proper sanitary conditions in preparation and serving areas. Assists the Site Manager in the tracking of meals and food records through operating the cash register and food service computer.

Minimum qualifications

• Physical ability to handle large quantities of food
• Freedom from contagious disease
• A combination of education and experience that may be accepted as equivalent by the Food Service Department
• Previous experience in the preparation, handling and servicing of large quantities of food is desirable
• Knowledge of the methods of preparing, cooking and serving foods in large quantities
• Knowledge of simple record keeping and accounting
• Knowledge of cleaning methods
• Knowledge of kitchen utensils and their uses
• Ability to get along with and to handle children
• Ability to maintain harmonious relations with co-workers and other school personnel
• Ability to read and write and to make simple arithmetic calculations
• Basic computer operations

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources at 218-336-8722 or email [e-mail]