Substitute - Nutrition Services (Pool) 2026-27 School Year

Young World Physical Education; Springfield (OR); On-site; USD 19,286 - 26,174; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools is seeking a Substitute Cook - Nutrition Services to support daily meal preparation at Springfield, Oregon sites. The role includes cooking assistance, dishwashing, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and keeping equipment in good condition.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, a food handlers card, and be able to obtain First Aid/CPR. Flexibility in hours and a collaborative attitude are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and at least three months related experience and/or training; AND
• Current food handlers card from Lane County Department of Health.
• Ability to obtain a valid First Aid/CPR card.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of school lunches.
• Clean and wash dishes and other serving items.
• Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of kitchen area.
• Clean and maintain equipment daily.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Quantity food preparation

Institutional kitchen equipment

Cultural competency

Flexible hours

Reliability

Teamwork

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

3 months related experience or training

Job description

Substitute - Nutrition Services (Pool) 2026-27 School Year

SPRINGFIELD SD 19 VARIOUS SITES - Springfield, Oregon Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5835240

Application Deadline: Jun 30, 2027 7:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 15, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Springfield Public Schools seeks outstanding candidates for the position of Substitute Cook - Nutrition Services. This position assists in the preparation of school lunches, cleans and washes dishes and other serving items, maintains orderliness and cleanliness of kitchen area, and cleans and maintains equipment on a daily basis.

Successful candidates will possess the following qualifications that support our district vision “Every Student a Graduate Prepared for a Bright and Successful Future”:

• Knowledge and understanding of HACCP;
• Experience in quantity food preparation;
• Familiarity with institutional food service equipment;
• Ability and commitment to practice cultural competency and demonstrate respect for diversity;
• Ability to work flexible hours and shifts;
• Steady, dependable;
• Ability to develop positive working relationships with staff and students;
• Valid Oregon Drivers license.

Minimum Qualifications Education/Experience

• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) and at least three months related experience and/or training; or the equivalent combination of education and experience; AND
• Current food handlers card from Lane County Department of Health.

Certificates, Licenses, Registration & Other Requirements

• Ability to obtain a valid First Aid/CPR card.

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $16.45 to $16.45 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources , HR
• 640 A Street
• Springfield, Oregon 97477
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]