Part-Time School Nutrition Aide (Substitute)

Various; Bedford (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Bedford County Public Schools is seeking a part-time School Nutrition Worker Substitute in Bedford, Virginia. The role supports meal preparation, serving, and sanitary operation of the school cafeteria under supervision.

Essential duties include food preparation, serving lines setup, and ensuring compliance with state, federal, and school nutrition policies. The ideal candidate will be a team player with basic cooking and food safety knowledge.

Qualifications

• Education of at least a high school diploma preferred.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation and food safety and sanitation.
• Ability to perform basic cooking functions.
• Ability to operate a variety of food service equipment.
• Ability to read and write and follow directions; communicate well with others.
• Team player with strong attendance and reliability.
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with staff, parents and community.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of all food items including main dishes, sandwiches, salads, baked goods and fruits and vegetables.
• Assist in setting up food preparation serving lines.
• Assists in cooking, setting up and serving food items to students and staff.
• Assist in preparing school meals that comply with state and federal regulations and the National School Lunch Program.
• Assist with maintaining the food service facility and equipment in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition.
• Operates kitchen equipment including ovens, mixers, slicers, steamers, dishwashers.
• Follows HACCP guidelines and safety procedures.
• Assists in inventory control of food items and supplies.
• May act as a cashier, including collecting money, making change and counting money.
• Follows all state and federal regulations and school nutrition policies.
• Communicates positively with school nutrition employees, staff, students, parents and visitors.
• Maintains a positive image of the school nutrition program.
• Performs any other related duties as assigned by supervisor or administrator.

Skills

Team player

Food safety knowledge

Basic cooking functions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Bedford County Public Schools is seeking a part-time School Nutrition Worker Substitute in Bedford, Virginia. The role supports meal preparation, serving, and sanitary operation of the school cafeteria under supervision.

Essential duties include food preparation, serving lines setup, and ensuring compliance with state, federal, and school nutrition policies. The ideal candidate will be a team player with basic cooking and food safety knowledge.