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Asst.Nutrition Services- Nashville Classical (2026-2027)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts

Job Description

Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) is one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the United States, serving over 80,000 students in the Nashville-Davidson County area. MNPS is dedicated to providing innovative and inclusive educational opportunities that prepare students for success in higher education, work, and life. The district is recognized for its commitment to urban education and strives to become the highest-performing urban school district in the nation. MNPS fosters an inclusive environment that values diversity, equity, and individualized student learning experiences through advanced academic programs, special education, and STEAM education among others. Operating more than 140 schools, MNPS emphasizes data-driven decisions to address academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of every student, making sure all students have a clear and measurable path to success.

This position is for a Nutrition Services Assistant within the MNPS Nutrition Services department, which plays a crucial role in ensuring that healthy and nutritious meals are served to students and staff in compliance with state health and sanitation regulations. As a Nutrition Services Assistant, you will work under the supervision of the manager and assist with various kitchen duties aimed at preparing and serving food in a safe and sanitary environment. Your tasks will include slicing and chopping vegetables, cooking meat and vegetables, mixing pastries, and measuring ingredients according to menu guidelines. You will help maintain cleanliness by sanitizing kitchen equipment, mopping floors, and ensuring serving lines are properly prepared and replenished throughout meal service.

In this role, you will be responsible for serving students and teachers in a friendly manner, addressing questions about food content or nutritional value, and managing inventory by receiving and verifying supply orders. This position is nonexempt, part of the MNPS support hourly grade ladder, and operates 197 days per year, tailored to the academic calendar. This opportunity is ideal for individuals passionate about supporting child nutrition and well-being in a school environment, with a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety. MNPS offers a supportive workplace culture committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring employees are respected and treated fairly with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • 1-3 years work experience in food preparation preferred
  • able to read, write and speak English

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • 1-3 years work experience in food preparation preferred
  • able to read, write and speak English

Job Duties

  • Performs various semi-skilled kitchen tasks to prepare food for serving
  • cleans and sanitizes kitchen equipment, counters and tables, mops and sweeps floors daily
  • prepares serving lines by filling steam table wells and arranging pans in correct sequence
  • serves students and teachers appropriate quantities in a friendly manner
  • keeps serving line clean and replenished
  • answers inquiries regarding food content or nutritional value or refers to appropriate personnel
  • receives supply orders and verifies quantity ordered/shipped against invoices
  • stores food and supplies upon receipt and updates inventory records

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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