School Kitchen & Service Assistant II

Paducah Tilghman High School; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Paducah Tilghman High School in Paducah, Kentucky is seeking a School Nutrition Assistant to help with food preparation, service, cashiering for student and staff meals, and maintaining clean, safe facilities in a school kitchen.

The role includes operating the POS system, recording production, monitoring temperatures, stocking lines, and assisting with inventory and training new staff to ensure smooth, compliant meal service.

Qualifications

• Any combination equivalent to a high school diploma, GED or progress toward GED as required by Kentucky law.
• One year of food service experience.
• Knowledge of basic math and cashiering procedures.
• Familiarity with record-keeping and food safety practices.
• Understanding of kitchen equipment and food preparation methods.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and assemble food items and assist with service.
• Operate the point-of-sale system, process transactions, and reconcile funds.
• Monitor and record food temperatures and ensure quality and safety.
• Set up and stock serving lines, beverages, and supplies.
• Count and claim meals and maintain required records.
• Transport food to campus or district locations and manage inventory.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils; maintain sanitation.
• Assist in training new employees and student workers.

Skills

Basic math and cashiering skills

Record-keeping procedures

Food safety and sanitation practices

Kitchen equipment and food preparation

Customer service and communication

Education

High school diploma / GED equivalent

Tools

Point-of-sale system

Job description

Paducah Tilghman High School in Paducah, Kentucky is seeking a School Nutrition Assistant to help with food preparation, service, cashiering for student and staff meals, and maintaining clean, safe facilities in a school kitchen.

The role includes operating the POS system, recording production, monitoring temperatures, stocking lines, and assisting with inventory and training new staff to ensure smooth, compliant meal service.