Substitute Child Nutrition Staff

Young World Physical Education; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 16,559 - 23,584; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Canton, Ohio is seeking a Substitute Child Nutrition Staff member to assist in food service within the school cafeteria. The position requires dedication to excellent customer service, meal preparation, and maintaining food safety standards.

The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent and the ability to lift up to 30 pounds. Training will be provided to ensure compliance with health guidelines and educational standards. Join us in fostering a nourishing environment for students.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Good customer service and communication skills are essential.
• Pass FBI/BCI background check.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate excellent customer service with a positive attitude.
• Prepare and assist with meal preparation as assigned.
• Set up and maintain the serving line with adequate food.
• Monitor food quality and temperature during service time.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen preparation and service areas.

Skills

Good customer service skills

Good communication skills - written and verbal

Physical ability to lift up to 30 pounds

Good physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Job description

Substitute Child Nutrition Staff

Canton City School District, Canton, Ohio.

Job Details

Job ID: 5760145

Application Deadline: May 31, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jun 04, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

• Job duties will vary depending on Building Assignment
• Training will be provided
• Working in the school cafeteria/lunchroom
• possible work on the playground

Reports to: Child Nutrition Administration, Building Principal, Kitchen Manager

Required

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Physical ability to lift up to 30 pounds
• Basic math aptitude
• Good physical stamina, intermittent standing, walking and lifting
• Pass FBI/BCI background check

Desirable

• Experience in food service environment
• Good customer service skills
• Good communication skills - written and verbal
• The ability to demonstrate great team work
• The ability to follow the rules and guidelines established by the Canton City Board of Education

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of a Child Nutrition Assistant (CNA) include, but are not limited to the following:

• Demonstrate excellent customer service with a positive attitude and demeanor when dealing with students, staff and community patrons, fielding all complaints promptly, answering questions and making healthy food suggestions.
• Prepare and assist with the preparation of any meal or meal component as assigned by the kitchen manager. CNA are required to be cross-trained in all meal preparation areas in their assigned kitchen.
• Set up and maintain the serving line with adequate food and replenish when necessary, monitoring food quality and temperature during service time.
• Able to work other scheduled times during employee absences and when necessary to appropriately run kitchen operation.
• Accurately operate cash register at Point of Service and cash out at the end of service with minimal errors
• Clean and sanitize the kitchen preparation and service areas, food service equipment and cafeteria area as needed, adhering to safety and sanitation standards at all times.
• Operate food service equipment and use preparation tools safely and in the means they were intended to be used. CNA will follow all safety standards and Material Safety Data Sheets for cleaning products and chemicals in the kitchen.
• Follow all food safety standards and guidelines outlined by the Canton City Health Department and the Ohio Department of Health. CNA will also comply with and maintain any food safety training as established by Canton City School District, Canton City Health Department and the Ohio Department of Health.
• Follow all National School Lunch and Breakfast guidelines established by the USDA and the Ohio Department of Education. All CNA’s will complete any required training/professional development required by Canton City School District, Ohio Department of Education and USDA.
• Complete daily paperwork required by Canton City Schools offices, Canton City Health Department, Ohio Department of Education and USDA. Paperwork could include, but not limited to Production Sheets, Inventory, Meal Counts, Temperature Logs, Etc.
• Supervisor/monitor students in the cafeteria/lunchroom and playground and enforce rules established by the building Principal and the Canton City Schools’ discipline initiative. CNA will attend annual training, as required to be current with all changes to processes and procedures as it applies.
• Understand and maintain the academic and behavioral standards set for the students by the Board of Education, acting in a professional and respectful manner. CNA will cooperate with others, work as a member of a team and create a pleasant working environment for all Canton City Schools Child Nutrition employees.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Canton City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No person will be discriminated against in hiring or in any other aspect of their employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Position Type: Substitute - days and hours as needed

Salary: $14.57 to $14.57 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Cecile Fleischer
• 305 Mckinley Ave NW
• Canton, Ohio 44707-1118
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]