School Nutrition Specialist: Impactful Cafeteria Service

Loudoun County Public Schools; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Loudoun County Public Schools is seeking a School Nutrition Worker to prepare and distribute meals for students and staff, while ensuring compliance with nutrition guidelines and sanitation standards. The role also involves cash handling and maintaining clean, safe food service areas.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, sanitation certification within six months, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment during a 10-month, 187-day schedule.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food service methods and sanitation practices.
• Ability to interpret standardized recipes and technical documents.
• Strong customer relations skills and teamwork.
• Capable of food preparation, serving, cleanup, and cashiering.
• Effective communication with staff and customers; able to work quickly.

Responsibilities

• Stocks, arranges, and delivers food and beverages for students and staff.
• Prepares meals to meet nutritional requirements and meal projections.
• Serves meals and handles cash transactions; maintains accuracy at checkout.
• Cleans utensils, equipment, and service areas to maintain sanitary conditions.
• Supports the promotion of the food services program and compliance with guidelines.
• Follows Nutrition Services policies and health regulations.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Skills

Food safety

Recipe literacy

Customer relations

Food prep & service

Cashiering

Communication

Fast-paced environment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Loudoun County Public Schools is seeking a School Nutrition Worker to prepare and distribute meals for students and staff, while ensuring compliance with nutrition guidelines and sanitation standards. The role also involves cash handling and maintaining clean, safe food service areas.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, sanitation certification within six months, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment during a 10-month, 187-day schedule.