On-Call School Kitchen Sub & Food Prep

The Nutrition Group; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Full time

Job summary

The Nutrition Group in Pennsylvania is seeking a substitute food service worker to help in a local school kitchen on an as-needed basis.

You will cook and portion meals, ensure sanitation, follow USDA guidelines, monitor inventory, and handle cash. This role requires reliability, ability to read recipes, basic math, and strong interpersonal skills; school-food environment experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must obtain clearances and pass criminal background checks.
• Ability to read recipes and basic math skills required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Food service experience preferred.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Positive and consistent work ethic.
• Willingness to learn and grow within your position.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food in a school cafeteria.
• Portion and serve meals to students.
• Maintain sanitation per USDA/state guidelines.
• Support HACCP and health department compliance.
• Assist with inventory controls and cost monitoring.
• Operate cash register and handle money.
• Perform dishwashing and cleaning duties.

Skills

Food safety

Reading recipes

Basic math

Interpersonal skills

Dependability

Communication skills

Teamwork

Food service experience

Job description

The Nutrition Group in Pennsylvania is seeking a substitute food service worker to help in a local school kitchen on an as-needed basis.

You will cook and portion meals, ensure sanitation, follow USDA guidelines, monitor inventory, and handle cash. This role requires reliability, ability to read recipes, basic math, and strong interpersonal skills; school-food environment experience preferred.