School Nutritiion 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

Job Description

Basic Function

Assist in the preparation and service of food; set up assigned serving areas; perform cashiering duties for student and staff meal service; and maintain clean, safe, and sanitary food service facilities.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The School Nutrition Assistant supports food production, service, and point-of-sale operations in a school kitchen. Positions may include lead responsibilities as assigned.

Representative Duties

• Prepare, cook, and assemble food items such as sandwiches, burgers, salads, meats, fruits, vegetables, and baked goods


• Ensure proper food quality, quantity, and timely service; complete production records


• Set up and stock serving lines, beverages, and supplies


• Portion and serve meals according to procedures


• Monitor and record food temperatures per regulations


• Operate point-of-sale system, process transactions, and reconcile funds


• Count and claim meals; maintain required records


• Assist with transporting food to campus or district locations


• Maintain inventory and notify supervisors of supply needs


• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils


• Store food properly and dispose of waste


• Operate kitchen equipment including ovens, mixers, slicers, and dishwashers


• Assist in training new employees and student workers


• Support food preparation, baking, and service activities


• Perform related duties as assigned

Knowledge

• Basic math and cashiering skills


• Record-keeping procedures


• Food safety and sanitation practices


• Kitchen equipment and food preparation methods


• Customer service and communication skills

Abilities

• Prepare and serve food in compliance with health regulations


• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently


• Use point-of-sale systems and handle cash accurately


• Maintain clean and sanitary work areas


• Follow written and verbal instructions


• Work collaboratively and maintain professionalism


• Meet schedules and timelines


• Perform basic math calculations accurately


• Lift up to 50 pounds and stand or walk for extended periods

Education and Experience

Any combination equivalenttohigh school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate ordemonstratedprogress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and one year food service experience.

Licenses and Requirements

• Completion of training for beginning school food service personnel per 702 KAR 6:045


• Compliance with annual training requirements under 7 CFR Parts 210 and 235


• Food Handler Certification as required by the district

School Nutrition Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5896591

Application Deadline: Sep 02, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Basic Function

Assist in the preparation and service of food; set up assigned serving areas; perform cashiering duties for student and staff meal service; and maintain clean, safe, and sanitary food service facilities.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The School Nutrition Assistant supports food production, service, and point-of-sale operations in a school kitchen. Positions may include lead responsibilities as assigned.

Representative Duties

• Prepare, cook, and assemble food items such as sandwiches, burgers, salads, meats, fruits, vegetables, and baked goods


• Ensure proper food quality, quantity, and timely service; complete production records


• Set up and stock serving lines, beverages, and supplies


• Portion and serve meals according to procedures


• Monitor and record food temperatures per regulations


• Operate point-of-sale system, process transactions, and reconcile funds


• Count and claim meals; maintain required records


• Assist with transporting food to campus or district locations


• Maintain inventory and notify supervisors of supply needs


• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils


• Store food properly and dispose of waste


• Operate kitchen equipment including ovens, mixers, slicers, and dishwashers


• Assist in training new employees and student workers


• Support food preparation, baking, and service activities


• Perform related duties as assigned

Knowledge

• Basic math and cashiering skills


• Record-keeping procedures


• Food safety and sanitation practices


• Kitchen equipment and food preparation methods


• Customer service and communication skills

Abilities

• Prepare and serve food in compliance with health regulations


• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently


• Use point-of-sale systems and handle cash accurately


• Maintain clean and sanitary work areas


• Follow written and verbal instructions


• Work collaboratively and maintain professionalism


• Meet schedules and timelines


• Perform basic math calculations accurately


• Lift up to 50 pounds and stand or walk for extended periods

Education and Experience

Any combination equivalenttohigh school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate ordemonstratedprogress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and one year food service experience.

Licenses and Requirements

• Completion of training for beginning school food service personnel per 702 KAR 6:045


• Compliance with annual training requirements under 7 CFR Parts 210 and 235


• Food Handler Certification as required by the district

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $14.78 to $16 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Mykenzie canter , Food Service Director


• Central Office


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]

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