School Nutrition Associate (4 Hours)

HERITAGE HIGH SCHOOL

Lynchburg (VA)

On-site

USD 17,000 - 21,000

Part time

13 days ago

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Job summary

Heritage High School seeks a School Nutrition Associate (4 Hours) to support the lunch program by preparing and serving food and keeping the kitchen and service area orderly. Training is provided; the role requires standing for long periods and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with attention to safety and sanitation.

The position is part-time, located at Heritage High School in Lynchburg, and reports to the Site Manager.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
No experience required; experience with food services and/or school nutrition programs preferred.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
Ability to follow basic math and sanitation procedures.
Willingness to learn prescribed food preparation methods and cafeteria operations.

Responsibilities

Perform daily cooking, serving and cleaning duties as assigned by the Manager.
Help organize and maintain the inventory system for food and supplies.
Follow all local, state, and federal health and safety guidelines.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships.
Deliver professional customer service and adhere to School Board policies.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation procedures

Basic math

Learning food prep methods

Lifting up to 50 pounds

Standing for long periods

Menu item retrieval

Clear communication

Reading & writing

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

School Nutrition Associate (4 Hours)

Job ID: 5898648
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 23, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

School Nutrition Associate (4 Hours) GENERAL INFORMATION Title: School Nutrition Associate (4 Hours) Department: School Nutrition Salary Grade: Schedule A
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Site/Location: Heritage High School Reports to: Site Manager Date: 08/23/2026 POSITION SUMMARY

Support the LCS School Nutrition Program by preparing and serving food and maintaining the kitchen and service area. Employees in this class receive on-the-job training in the basics of food preparation and cafeteria operation. Nature of work requires sustained moderate physical effort, operation of standard food service equipment, and continuous standing. The work is performed under the supervision of a cafeteria manager or other cafeteria employee.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Perform daily cooking, serving, and cleaning duties as assigned by the Manager.

Help organize and maintain the inventory system for food and supplies.

Follow all local, state, and federal guidelines for health and safety.

Develop and maintain effective working relationships.

Demonstrate professionalism and excellent customer service.

Perform duties with awareness of all division requirements and School Board policies.

Attend all training sessions recommended by the manager and director.

Wear only approved uniforms and shoes to work.

Other duties as assigned.

LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES

Personal Competencies

Honesty

Integrity

Ethical

Equity Minded

Emotional Intelligence

Cultural Competence

Safety

Quality

Leadership Competencies

Models Excellent Customer Service

Thinks Strategically

Shows Initiative

Acts Decisively

Communicates Effectively

Works Collaboratively

Resolves Conflict Proactively

Functional Competencies

Technical Capabilities

Computer Literacy

Data Analysis and Management

Fiscal Planning and Management

Project Management

Strategic Planning

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent

No experience required: experience with food services and/or school nutrition programs preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Some knowledge of food preparation.

Ability to follow food sanitation procedures.

Ability to perform basic math.

Ability to learn prescribed food preparation methods and school cafeteria operations.

Ability to lift and move objects weighing a maximum of 50 pounds.

Ability to stand for the duration of the work day, allowing for breaks as outlined in the School Nutrition Employee Handbook.

Ability to retrieve necessary menu items and recipe ingredients.

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence, and memos.

Basic human relations skills needed to work cooperatively in close proximity with others under constant deadlines.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

None

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Local travel to meetings and alternate work assignments as required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

SALARY

Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: https://www.lcsedu.net/departments/personnel/employee-pay-scales . DAYS: 183 START DATE: 2026-27 Position Type: Part-Time
Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

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