Substitute Nutrition Assistant

Young World Physical Education; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Saint Louis Park Public Schools in Minnesota seeks a Substitute Nutrition Assistant to support the School Nutrition department. The role involves assisting in food prep, service, and cleanup in school cafeterias and central kitchens, reporting to the Nutrition Supervisor.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. This temporary/seasonal position offers a stepping stone in school nutrition with benefits for eligible hours.

Qualifications

• Ability to identify and resolve problems promptly.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate well with others.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures.
• Ability to prioritize and plan work efficiently.
• Basic computer skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates specialized food service equipment.
• Assists in food production, service, and cleanup tasks as assigned.
• Receives and unpacks food and supplies.
• Cleans and maintains food service equipment and facilities.
• Participates in ongoing professional training.
• Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Policy adherence

Ethical standards

Resourcefulness

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Food service equipment

Job description

Saint Louis Park Independent School District 283 VARIOUS LOCATIONS - St. Louis Park, Minnesota Open in Google Maps

Substitute Nutrition Assistant

This job is also posted in St. Louis Park Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5847008

Application Deadline: Aug 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Title:

SubstituteNutrition Assistant

DBM Classification:

A12/Grade 4

Department:

School Nutrition

Hourly Rate:

$20.47 per hour

Employee Group:

School Nutrition

Prepared Date:

July 2026

Reports to:

Nutrition Supervisor

FTE/ FLSA Status:

Temporary/Seasonal

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists in preparing, cooking, and serving food in school cafeteria, cafeterias, or central School District kitchen.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates specialized food service equipment.
• Assists in food production, service, and/or cleanup tasks as assigned.
• Receives and unpacks food and supplies.
• Cleans and maintains food service equipment and facilities.
• Participates in ongoing professional training.
• Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate well with others.
• Ability to exhibit objectivity and openness to others’ views, gives and welcomes feedback, contributes to building a positive team spirit, puts success of team above own interests, builds morale and group commitments to goals and objectives, and supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures.
• Ability to prioritize and plan work activities and use time efficiently.
• Ability to approach others in a tactful manner.
• Ability to follow instructions and respond to the supervisor's direction and takes responsibility for own actions.
• Ability to maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality when dealing with student, staff, and/or parent information.
• Ability to meet challenges with resourcefulness and generate suggestions for improving work.
• Basic computer skills preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and uses hands, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior experience or training is preferred.

CERTIFICATION, LICENSE, REGISTRATION

• No specific licenses or certifications required prior to employment.

BENEFIT INFORMATION St. Louis Park Schools provides a comprehensive benefits package for employees working 20 or more hours per week. Key benefits include:

• Health and Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care expenses
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

The cost of benefits varies based on the employee group and full-time equivalent (FTE) status. For detailed information, including specific benefits and associated costs, please refer to the applicable group or bargaining unit contract Employment Contracts.

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $20.47 to $20.47 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

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