Asst.Nutrition Services- Cane Ridge High School (2026-2027)

Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) stands as one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the United States, serving over 80,000 students across Metro Nashville-Davidson County. MNPS is committed to preparing students for success in higher education, the workforce, and life through innovative educational reform strategies and a focus on equity and personalized learning experiences. The school district aims to be the highest-performing urban district in the nation by partnering with dedicated teachers, teacher leaders, and support staff who share a passion for urban education and community impact. As an employer, MNPS fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment, emphasizing equal opportunity and respect for all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, gender identity, or other protected characteristics. The district offers a variety of student programs from Pre-K through graduation, including advanced academics, visual and performing arts, special education, English language support, and STEAM initiatives, ensuring that every student’s unique needs and strengths are addressed. This commitment to excellence and inclusion underpins all aspects of MNPS's operations and workforce culture.

The Nutrition Services Assistant role within MNPS is a nonexempt position classified under the MNPS Support Hourly pay grade SCH001-H, offering employment for approximately 197 days per year. This role is essential in supporting the school nutrition staff by assisting in the preparation and serving of meals in compliance with state health regulations. The assistant ensures that kitchens and serving areas are clean and sanitary, supporting the delivery of nutritious meals to students and staff. Duties encompass a range of semi-skilled kitchen tasks such as slicing, chopping, cooking, and measuring ingredients according to daily menu guidelines, along with maintaining equipment and managing supply orders. The assistant also engages directly with students and teachers by serving meals and responding to inquiries about food content or nutritional value when appropriate. This position requires attention to detail, adherence to health and safety standards, and the ability to work as part of a team to foster a positive meal experience within the schools. Fluency in English and basic food preparation experience are preferred qualifications to succeed in this role, which plays a vital part in supporting the health and well-being of the student community served by MNPS.