School Nutrition Assistant (Basswood Elementary)

Young World Physical Education; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is seeking a part-time School Nutrition Assistant at Basswood Elementary in Maple Grove, MN. The role supports breakfast and lunch service, assists with meal preparation, and ensures accurate records while collaborating with nutrition staff and school personnel.

Responsibilities include inventory, menu planning, and maintaining safety standards in a busy kitchen environment. The position emphasizes teamwork and positive relationships with students and families.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates positive interaction with students, staff and families.
• Capable of operating standard commercial kitchen equipment.
• Able to move and act quickly in a busy school kitchen.
• Shows attention to safety protocols and cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing breakfast and lunch programs and related events.
• Support food preparation and equipment use for meals.
• Help determine order quantities and maintain inventory for meal programs.
• Provide accurate menu and production records to the manager.
• Collaborate with nutrition staff and school personnel; respond to questions promptly.

Skills

People skills

Kitchen equipment use

Mobility

Attention to detail

Decision making

Relationship building

Communication

Job description

School Nutrition Assistant (Basswood Elementary)

Osseo Ind School District 279 Basswood Elementary - Maple Grove, Minnesota Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Osseo Area Schools - District 279

Job Details

Job ID: 5882877

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 12, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

General Purpose of Job: To inspire and prepare all scholars with the confidence, courage and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning by assisting in preparing and serving quality and nutritious meals to students and staff. Contribute to a positive kitchen team that builds relationships with students, building staff and community members. Responsibilities: Menu/Inventory

Food Preparation and Equipment

• Assists in the implementation of breakfast and lunch, and special events including, but not limited to, Fruit and Vegetable Grant, After School Snack Program, Dinner Program, Summer Programs , etc;
• Assist in serving quality meals on time every day regardless of challenges with food, equipment or staffing;
• Assists in determining and ordering appropriate quantities of food and supplies that are necessary for the efficient operation of the building meal program as needed.

Financial

• Provides accurate and complete information to manager regarding daily menu and food production records.

Other Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with nutrition staff, building staff and community members;
• Responds to questions and concerns in a timely manner;
• Uses creative ways to connect with students to seek their input and build positive relationships;
• Communicates effectively with students, families and staff to maintain positive relationships;
• Recognizes and acknowledges concerns and proactively works with others to find solutions.
• Understands and follows USDA and MDE meal pattern regulations;
• Follows all local and district health safety codes;
• Completes annual health and safety training;
• Follows all current uniform guidelines and Osseo Area Schools Food and Nutrition personal hygiene procedures;
• Helps in passing bi-annual health inspections.

Skilled in:

• Interacting positively and building relationships with all stakeholders;
• Proper use of commercial kitchen equipment to minimize accidents, safety, and sanitation concerns;
• Being agile and ability to move quickly;
• Attending to detail;
• Making quick, logical and decisive decisions as daily challenges occur;
• Developing positive relationships with students, staff and community;
• Creating a safe and caring work environment where staff feel welcome and valued;
• Communicating effectively using good interpersonal skills;
• Understanding and following Nutrition Services processes including, but not limited, to standardized recipes, labels, safety data sheets, cooking and cleaning procedures.

Salary: View salary grid on pages 3 and 4 of the School Nutrition Contract Work schedule: 5.5 hrs/day Job type or FTE: part-time Bargaining unit: School Nutrition

Osseo Area Schools offers:

• Meaningful and impactful work
• Opportunities to grow professionally
• A variety of benefits
• Summer opportunities
• and more!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability.

Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity.

For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [e-mail] or call 763-391-7007.

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer: Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required. Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Contact HR or the Site with any questions regarding the position
• Email: [e-mail]