School Nutrition Assistant (2026-2027 SY), Locust Grove Elementary

Henry County Schools; Locust Grove (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Henry County Schools in Locust Grove, GA, is seeking a School Nutrition Assistant to join the Financial Services/School Nutrition division. This 6-hour-per-day, 183-day position supports food preparation, serving, and compliance with HACCP, Health Department requirements, and meal accountability procedures.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, demonstrated integrity and confidentiality, and the ability to supervise students in emergency situations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or state-approved HSE preferred.
• Demonstrates integrity and strong confidentiality.
• Ability to follow the Georgia Ethics Code.
• Reliable and punctual attendance at work.
• Able to work on-site at school facilities.
• Capability to supervise students, including emergencies.
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures.
• Comfort with standing, walking, and light lifting.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Good communication and attention to safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve food following HACCP procedures.
• Follow daily production schedules and recipes.
• Clean utensils and equipment; manage waste and mop floors.
• Use leftovers per manager directions and store items properly.
• Operate and maintain equipment as trained.
• Follow approved chemical use instructions.
• Adhere to Federal, State, and Local policies.
• Comply with employee rules and uniform standards.
• Improve job skills and serve students proudly.
• Maintain student and staff confidentiality.
• Complete required training, including 30-hour Orientation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Integrity

Confidentiality

Reliability

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High school diploma or state-approved HSE

Job description

Position Title: School Nutrition Assistant

Division: Financial Services/School Nutrition

Reports To: School Nutrition Manager (School-Level)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Schedule: N3

Work Days: 183/6 hours per day

Prepare, cook, serve, and store food in accordance with accepted institutional procedures and Health Department Requirements; adhere to all meal accountability procedures including cashiering.

Essential Duties:

1. 1. Prepare, cook, and serve food in accordance with accepted institutional and HACCP procedures.
2. 2. Follow daily production schedules, including preparing recipes as written.
3. 3. Clean all utensils and equipment used, dispose of garbage and mop assigned floor areas.
4. 4. Utilize left-over food as directed by the manager and store all food items properly.
5. 5. Utilize and maintain equipment as trained.
6. 6. Follow approved instructions for chemical use in the operation of the program.
7. 7. Adhere to Federal, State, and Local policies, procedures, and regulations.
8. 8. Adhere to Classified Employees Work Rules and School Nutrition Personnel and Uniform Standards.
9. 9. Demonstrate ability to improve job-related skills and take pride in serving students.
10. 10. Maintain confidentiality of all information concerning students and staff.
11. 11. Complete all required training including, but not limited to, annual local training and 30 hour Orientation for Nutrition Employees.
12. 12. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by appropriate administrator.

Qualifications:

1. 1. High school diploma or state-approved High School Equivalency (HSE), preferred.
2. 2. Exceptional integrity, commitment to confidentiality, excellent character, and strong professional reputation.
3. 3. Ability to abide by the Georgia Professional Standards Code of Ethics for Educators.
4. 4. Must be regularly, predictably, and reliably at work.
5. 5. Ability to be at the physical worksite.
6. 6. Must be able to properly and consistently supervise students, particularly during emergency situations.
7. 7. Ability to work in conditions with extreme cold or heat.
8. 8. Must perform tasks involving prolonged periods of standing, walking, and sitting. Some kneeling required.
9. 9. Must perform routine physical activities such as bending and lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds.
10. 10. Vision, hearing, written, and verbal communications are essential factors in performing required tasks.