Nutrition Services Associate – Elementary 5.5 hours/day

Independent School District 196; Rosemount (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long term disability insurance

Sick-leave

State pension plan

401(k) or similar retirement savings

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Independent School District 196 is seeking a Nutrition Services Associate to support school meal services during the daily schedule. The role involves food production, serving, and cashiering using POS systems, with emphasis on safety and customer service for students.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, basic arithmetic/reading/writing, and the ability to lift 40 pounds. Training on Serve Safe is provided, with benefits and a pathway within the district.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED required.
• Basic arithmetic, reading, and writing skills.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and stand for 3–6 hours.
• Experience in institutional/school food service helpful.
• Must complete Serve Safe course and pass with 70% within 1 year.
• Point of sale experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage time.
• Experience working with a culturally diverse school community preferred.

Responsibilities

• Comply with food service manager’s instructions on production, preparation and service of food.
• Account for meals (reimbursement and ala carte sales) per department standards.
• Clean-up of kitchen, serving area, cafeteria and dishroom as instructed.
• Adhere to safety standards in handling, storage and serving of food.
• Operate computerized POS to process students through breakfast and lunch lines.
• Work efficiently and cooperatively with other employees.
• Attend job-related trainings and workshops.
• Interact with students in a positive and professional manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic arithmetic

Reading

Writing

Independent work

Time management

Stand for long periods

Lifting up to 40 pounds

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Point of sale system

Job description

Description

5.5 hrs./day, during school day hours

Effective Date of Employment

ASAP

Application Deadline

September 1, 2026 � 4:00 p.m.

Qualifications

1. Applicants must be a high school graduate or hold GED.

2. Basic arithmetic, reading, and writing skills

3. Ability to safely lift up to 40 pounds, stand on a hard surface for 3-6 hours, bending twisting, repetitive motions.

4. Experience in institutional food service operations and/or school foodservice helpful.

5. Must complete Serve Safe course and pass exam with 70% accuracy or higher within 1 year of hire date.

6. Previous knowledge of point of sale experience preferred.

7. Ability to work independently and take initiative to complete job duties within the contracted hours.

8. Must be able to work independently and manage their time efficiently.

9. Demonstrated experience and proficiency working with a culturally, ethnically, racially and socioeconomically diverse school community is preferred.

Job Summary

1. Comply with food service manager’s instruction on production, preparation, and service of food.

2. Comply with department standards to account for meals (reimbursement and ala carte sales).

3. Comply with food service manager’s instruction on clean-up of kitchen, serving area, cafeteria and dishroom.

4. Comply with standards of safety in handling, preparation, storing and serving food.

5. Work on computerized point of sale equipment to process students through breakfast and lunch lines.

6. Work efficiently and cooperate with other employees.

7. Attend job-related training classes and workshops.

8. Interact with students in a positive and professional manner.

9. Other duties as assigned.

Responsible To

Nutrition Services Manager

Compensation / Benefits

According to contractual agreement (based on 2026-27 contract)

Nutrition Services Associate: $20.91 – $23.42 Hourly

If benefit eligible, benefits are available to new employees effective the first day of active employment. Benefits include medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, long term disability insurance, sick-leave, state pension plan, tax-deferred retirement savings account, and flexible spending account. Some employee groups also receive vacation, holidays or personal leave. Benefit information is available at Employee Benefits – Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan ISD 196

Our team of dedicated educators is committed to the mission of Educating, developing, and inspiring our students for lifelong success. Our core values are student-centered, based in empathy and integrity to support the wellbeing of the whole person, and learning with high expectations for all. Our culture of collaboration fosters an environment of inclusivity, engagement and belonging for all students, and inspires a love of learning for all ages. Our vision is to provide the experiences that our students, families and employees desire by developing the whole student and honoring diverse needs and cultures; engaging students with opportunities in academics, arts and athletics (Triple A philosophy), and living our mission to prepare students for lifelong success.

District 196 is a Minnesota public school district of choice, serving more than 29,000 students and 160,000 residents in the cities of Rosemount, Apple Valley, Eagan, Burnsville, Coates, Empire, Inver Grove Heights and Lakeville, and Vermillion Township. District 196 is the third largest school district in Minnesota and among the largest employers in Dakota County, with more than 4,000 full- and part-time employees. District 196 has been named to Forbes’ list of America’s Best-in-State Employers multiple times based on a survey asking employees to rate their employers and how likely they would be to recommend them to others.

District 196 has 20 elementary schools (grades K-5); six middle schools (grades 6-8); four high schools (grades 9-12); an optional School of Environmental Studies for juniors and seniors; an Area Learning Center high school program; a K-12 special education school, and a special education program serving young adults ages 18-22. The district also operates three learning centers that provide early childhood and Adult Basic Education services, and offers extensive community education programs and classes for learners of all ages.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As required by Title IX and other state and federal nondiscrimination laws, District 196 does not discriminate in employment or in any of its education programs and activities, including vocational opportunities, on the basis of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, familial status,* disability, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, membership or activity in a local human rights commission,* age or genetic information.* District 196 provides equal access to designated youth groups.

The Director of Human Resources, Joel Milteer (651-423-7859 � [e-mail]) is the designated Title IX Coordinator and has also been designated to respond to employment-related inquiries regarding the district’s non-discrimination policies. The Director of Elementary Education, Jeremy Sorenson (651-423-7782 � [e-mail]) and the Director of Secondary Education, Eric Hansen (651-423-7712 � [e-mail]) have been designated to respond to student-related inquiries regarding the district’s non-discrimination policies. The Director of Special Education, Janet Fimmen (651-423-7629 � [e-mail]) has been designated to respond to inquiries concerning the rights of a student with a disability. The mailing address for all directors is 3455 153rd Street W, Rosemount, MN 55068. Title IX inquiries may also be referred to the Assistant Secretary of the US Office for Civil Rights (OCR).

*Asterisked categories are limited to employment-related discrimination and harassment.