Asst.Nutrition Services PT- Paragon Mills Elementary (2026-2027)

Job Title

Nutrition Services Assistant

Job Description

Under the supervision of manager, assists school nutrition staff to assure meals are prepared and served in a clean environment while following all health and sanitation rules and regulations.

What you will do:

• Performs various semi-skilled kitchen tasks to prepare food for serving. Tasks include, but not limited to, slicing and chopping vegetables, cooking vegetables and meat, mixing pastries, measuring ingredients to ensure food is prepared in established quantities according to daily menu guidelines.
• Cleans and sanitizes kitchen equipment, wash dishes, counters and tables, mops and sweeps floors on a daily basis in compliance with state health regulations.
• Prepares serving lines by filling steam table wells and arranging appropriate number of pans in correct sequence.
• Serves students and teachers appropriate quantities in a friendly manner as they come through serving line.
• Keeps serving line clean and replenished.
• Answers inquiries customers may have regarding content or nutritional value of food or refers to appropriate personnel if needed.
• Receives supply orders and verifies quantity ordered/shipped against invoices.
• Stores food and supplies upon receipt, updates inventory records to ensure necessary supplies are available on a continual basis.

Education Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED Required

Experience Qualifications

1-3 years Work experience in food preparation Required

Skills and Abilities

Must be able to read, write and speak English.

About Us

At Metro Nashville Public Schools, we use detailed academic, behavior and social-emotional data to ensure every student in the district is known and our staff makes a concerted effort to tune into students' interests, passions, learning styles and needs. We focus on creating and supporting rigorous, engaging and personalized learning experiences for all students to identify and eliminate inequities - so every student has a clear and achievable path to success marked by measurable goals. Offering a range of program and opportunities, MNPS has options to fit every family's needs. Whether you are looking for advanced academics, visual and performing arts, special education services, English language support or STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) educational programs, we offer the best choices to meet individual student needs - starting at Pre-K all the way through graduation. Our Vision Metro Nashville Public Schools will be established as the premier large school district in Tennessee and beyond by ensuring that every student is known. Our Mission We deliver a great public education to every student, every day. Our Core Values Core values drive and focus our collective commitments included in our mission and vision. These values reflect the principles that guide our internal conduct, as well as our relationships with the external community. Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all individuals. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our global community. We strive to treat all employees and applicants with respect and fairness, and we make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. The American Disabilities Act (ADA) requires MNPS to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.