School Nutrition Aide — Nutritious Meals, Fast Service

Wayne County School District; Jesup (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne County School District Jesup, GA is seeking a School Food Service Worker for the School Nutrition Program. The role involves preparing, serving, and distributing nutritious meals in a clean, safe cafeteria, following NSLP guidelines and local health codes.

Responsibilities include food prep, meal service, sanitation, inventory, safety compliance, and POS operation. Prior food service or customer service experience is a plus, but entry-level applicants are welcome; HS diploma or GED

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in commercial or institutional food service is a plus, but entry-level applicants are welcome.
• Basic math skills for measuring ingredients and operating cash registers; ability to work efficiently under tight schedules; excellent teamwork and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation & Cooking: Assist in prepping, cooking, and baking nutritious breakfast, lunch, and snack items according to standardized recipes and portion controls.
• Meal Service: Set up serving lines, stock stations with utensils and condiments, and portion meals accurately to ensure efficient, friendly service during designated lunch and breakfast periods.
• Sanitation & Cleanliness: Wash dishes, pots, pans, and kitchen utensils using commercial dishwashers or standard three-compartment sinks. Clean and sanitize prep counters, service lines, tables, and kitchen equipment regularly.
• Inventory & Storage: Assist in receiving, inspecting, and unloading food and supply deliveries. Organize stock room, walk-in refrigerators, and freezers using FIFO method.
• Safety & Compliance: Monitor and log food and equipment temperatures to ensure compliance with HACCP safety principles and local health department guidelines.
• Point of Sale (POS) Operation: Operate the cafeteria cash register or digital meal tracking system, process student account payments, and maintain total confidentiality of student eligibility status.

Skills

Basic math

Teamwork

Interpersonal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Wayne County School District Jesup, GA is seeking a School Food Service Worker for the School Nutrition Program. The role involves preparing, serving, and distributing nutritious meals in a clean, safe cafeteria, following NSLP guidelines and local health codes.

Responsibilities include food prep, meal service, sanitation, inventory, safety compliance, and POS operation. Prior food service or customer service experience is a plus, but entry-level applicants are welcome; HS diploma or GED