School Nutrition Substitute — Meals, Service & Records

Norwalk Community School District; Norwalk (IA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

Norwalk Community School District seeks a Substitute Nutrition Worker to assist in meal preparation, line setup, serving and cleaning in a fast-paced school nutrition program.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, related experience, and the ability to handle equipment, maintain records, and follow safety regulations. This role requires reliability, teamwork, and attention to detail in a dynamic school environment.

Qualifications

• Works with figures accurately and efficiently.
• Knowledge of the SNAP program.
• Ability to operate office machines accurately and efficiently (computer, calculator, copy machine).
• Knowledge of Nutrition Services regulations and sanitary codes governing Nutrition Services operation.
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Ability to organize workflow for maximum efficiency.
• Ability to relate well to all people including student customers.
• Ability to think logically and follow through with details persistently, conscientiously and accurately.
• Ability to work without close supervision and budget time to complete responsibilities as scheduled.
• Follow district policies and procedures related to the position.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work with numerous interruptions.
• Strong skills in written and oral communications.

Responsibilities

• Assists with salads or cooking as assigned.
• Assists in pot and pan washing and dish machine operation.
• Assists in line set-up, serving, and/or cleaning of line as assigned.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
• Communicates upward and downward.
• Assists with cleaning as assigned such as carts, refrigerators, tables, walls, equipment, and floors.
• Cleans own working area and helps keep a clean and orderly storeroom.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Helps maintain morale of co-workers.
• Processes all activities to accounts accurately and timely.
• Updates computer with new students and changes in status as needed.
• Inputs purchases into computer at lunch and breakfast.
• Counts money, completes daily worksheet, and prepares bank deposit.
• Attends job related meetings as assigned.

Skills

Numerical accuracy

SNAP knowledge

Office equipment

Nutrition regulations

Record keeping

Workflow organization

People skills

Attention to detail

Independence

Policy adherence

Confidentiality

Handling interruptions

Written and oral communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Norwalk Community School District seeks a Substitute Nutrition Worker to assist in meal preparation, line setup, serving and cleaning in a fast-paced school nutrition program.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, related experience, and the ability to handle equipment, maintain records, and follow safety regulations. This role requires reliability, teamwork, and attention to detail in a dynamic school environment.