School Nutrition Worker - 5 hours

Young World Physical Education; Martinsville (VA); On-site; USD 12,307 - 25,445; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in Martinsville is seeking a School Nutrition Worker. This full-time position involves preparing and serving meals in accordance with school menus while ensuring sanitation standards are met. Candidates should have a high school diploma and some experience in large-scale food preparation. The role requires physical stamina and the ability to perform various cleaning tasks. The salary ranges from $12,307 to $25,445 per year, making it an excellent opportunity for those interested in school nutrition services.

Qualifications

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a High School diploma.
• Some experience in food preparation in large quantities.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and serves meals in accordance with menu.
• Maintains sanitary conditions in food preparation areas.
• Cleans work surfaces and operates food service equipment.

Education

High School diploma

Job description

School Nutrition Worker - 5 hours

Henry County Public Schools Rich Acres Elementary School - Martinsville, Virginia

Job ID: 5655538

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 20, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOB TITLE: School Nutrition 5-Hour Worker

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: School Nutrition Manager

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The position is responsible for the preparation and service of school meals and sanitation of the meal preparation and service areas. The position works 184 days per year, coinciding with the school instructional calendar.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepares, cooks and serves meats, breads, vegetables and other food in accordance with the menu.
• Prepares and serves fruits, desserts, salads, soups and other foods. May be assigned to one specific food preparation area or rotated through the full range of food services.
• Washes pots, pans, kettles and other cooking utensils.
• Operates dishwasher, mixer, chopper, slicer, steamers, ovens and other food service and mechanical equipment.
• Cleans work surfaces, food preparation and service areas.
• Sweeps and mops and performs other clean-up duties as assigned.
• Assists in estimating and ordering food supplies.
• Receives and stocks food supplies.
• Maintains sanitary conditions.
• May serve as cashier.
• Performs other duties as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a High School diploma and some experience in food preparation in large quantities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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. This is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Work requires kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, and grasping. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels. Visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, use of measuring devices, operation of machines, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities. The worker is subject to extreme heat, noise, and hazards.

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

DISCLAIMER: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required to employees to this job.

Henry County Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $12,307 to $25,445 Per Year