School Nutrition Aide: Fresh Meals, Safe & Engaging

Choice-Schools-Associates; Walker (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science (WMAES) is hiring to support the school nutrition program. You will help prepare, serve, and maintain meals while keeping safety and hygiene standards high, and you’ll interact with students and staff to ensure a positive dining experience and smooth operation.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and adherence to health guidelines, with opportunities to contribute to a healthy, engaging school environment in a vibrant outdoor-oriented setting.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Solid record of punctuality verified by reference checks.
• Valid ServSafe Certification preferred.
• Experience in food service within an educational setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversees preparation, packaging, and distribution of school meals.
• Collects cash for reduced-price meals and full-paid meals, as assigned.
• Accounts and reports funds collected for meals for students and adults, as assigned.
• Maintains food preparation and dining areas at ratings exceeding state standards.
• Maintains food service areas, equipment, and furnishings in neat, clean, and appealing condition.
• Achieves high levels of customer satisfaction through student participation rates and by student and adult ratings.
• Promptly reports major repairs needed to the School Nutrition Director.
• Immediately reports any damage to school property to the School Nutrition Director.
• Keeps an inventory of food, supplies, and equipment on hand, and makes requisitions to the School Nutrition Director far enough in advance to sustain a smooth-running and continuous food service program.
• Demonstrates a basic understanding and implementation of County Health regulations, and MDE School Nutrition Policies/Procedures relative to their work assignments.
• Assumes other responsibilities assigned by the School Nutrition Director or the School Leader.

Skills

Punctuality

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Reading directions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Job description

West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science (WMAES) is hiring to support the school nutrition program. You will help prepare, serve, and maintain meals while keeping safety and hygiene standards high, and you’ll interact with students and staff to ensure a positive dining experience and smooth operation.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and adherence to health guidelines, with opportunities to contribute to a healthy, engaging school environment in a vibrant outdoor-oriented setting.