Substitute Food Service Worker

The Nutrition Group; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nutrition Group is hiring for a school cook to prepare and portion meals in a local school kitchen/cafeteria.

You will cook and portion meals, ensure sanitation in line with USDA and state guidelines, and assist with cost and inventory controls while maintaining HACCP compliance. The role offers daily hands-on food preparation and teamwork in a diverse school environment.

Qualifications

• The ability to obtain clearances and pass criminal background checks.
• A positive and consistent work ethic.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• A willingness to learn and grow within your position.
• Food service experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Cooking and food preparation
• Portioning and serving
• Sanitation in conjunction with USDA and state guidelines
• HAACP and health department regulation compliance
• Assisting to monitor costs and inventory controls

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Food service experience

Job description

Posted Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 4:00 AM | Expires Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 3:59 AM

Who is TNG?

We are a food service management company that believes that each person on our team makes a difference. We proudly serve our clients delicious and healthy meals throughout the year. Founded in 1975, we have grown and now operate in 7 states. Each day we strive to be recognized as the leader in the management industry through developing, maintaining, and growing long term relationships with our clients, customers, and team members.

About the Job:

This position will be working in a local school kitchen/cafeteria.

• Cooking and food preparation
• Portioning and serving
• Sanitation in conjunction with USDA and state guidelines
• HAACP and health department regulation compliance
• Assisting to monitor costs and inventory controls

Qualifications:

• The ability to obtain clearances and pass criminal background checks
• A positive and consistent work ethic
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• A willingness to learn and grow within your position
• Food service experience preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Physical Requirements May Include:

• Standing for long periods of time
• Sitting, pushing, pulling
• Lifting up to and in excess of 40lbs
• Walking

The Nutrition Group is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all qualified applicants. Consideration for employment will be without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.