School Nutrition Substitute for the 2026-2027 School Year

School Nutrition Substitute

An employee in this class is a combination as needed employee as: cook specialist as a main dish cook, baker, and dessert cook or salad chef, or server. The employee prepares food by standardized recipes and specified quantities. The employee receives supervision by the dining facility manager.

Working knowledge of food preparation and serving practices

Working knowledge of safety and sanitation standards

Skill in the use of food preparation equipment

Ability to make computations necessary for conversion of recipe quantities and timely food preparation

Ability to plan sequence of steps in food preparation

Ability to read and comprehend recipes and directions for use of equipment

Ability to follow computer based training instructions

Working knowledge of basic arithmetic

Ability to inventory and record information accurately

Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships

High school diploma or GED and experience in quantity food preparation

10 month position

$15.00 hourly

Non-Exempt

Reads recipes and directions for numbers of meals to be served.

Calculates amount of ingredients for number of portions to be served.

Measures and mixes ingredients.

Computes time to be used in preparing and finishing products on time.

Proportions product into prescribed serving size.

Arranges food and supplies to retain sanitation and quality.

Notifies manager of equipment repairs needed.

Records material and supplies needed.

Ability to lift and carry 10-25 pounds on a regular basis and up to 50 pounds on occasion

Ability to stand for excess of 3 hours

Ability to perform repetitive tasks to include mopping, stooping, standing, lifting, and data entry

Must be able to facilitate the evacuation of students during emergency situations and/or drills.

Onslow County Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. EOE

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