Do you believe good meals start with quality ingredients and a little extra care? Do you enjoy working with fresh food, and being around kids who appreciate a warm smile with their lunch? If so, we'd love to welcome you to our kitchen! At Wayzata Public Schools, our dedicated Nutrition team is on a mission: to plan, prepare, and serve wholesome, scratch-made meals that fuel student success, nourishing their minds, bodies, and sense of belonging. We don't cut corners; we clean, chop, season, and cook meals the way they're meant to be made: from scratch and with care. We're looking for a Nutrition Assistant who takes pride in the process and finds joy in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment. Whether you're prepping fresh produce or connecting with students in the lunch line, your work helps create a school day filled with energy, comfort, and community. Your Role Will Include: • Preparing, portioning, and serving food items according to standardized recipes and daily schedules. • Assisting with setup, cleanup, and sanitation of food service areas, ensuring safe and efficient operations. • Use the point-of-sale (POS) system to check out students efficiently and accurately. • Collaborating with team members and supervisors to maintain a positive, productive work environment and deliver high-quality service. • Supporting food service for special school or community events as needed. • Attending required training and following district and department policies and procedures. • Communicating effectively with supervisors and reporting any operational or safety concerns promptly. • Performing other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: • High School Diploma or GED. • Previous experience in an institutional kitchen setting. • Experience with quantity food production. • Basic math and computational skills. • Ability to communicate clearly and follow instructions. • Competency with institutional food service equipment. • All new food service employees must pass a district-arranged pre-placement physical examination. • Successful completion of background check. Salary and Benefits: • Starting at $24.18/hour. • This position is not health or dental benefit eligible. Location & Shift Times: • Central Middle School, 4.25 hours/day (10:00am - 2:15pm). • East Middle School, 4.75 hours/day (9:15am - 2:00pm). • East Middle School, 3 hours/day (11:00am - 2:00pm). • Wayzata High School, 4 hours/day (10:30am - 2:30pm). Whether you're experienced or just starting out, we'll provide the training, support, and community you need to grow. You'll make a difference every single day, one scratch-made meal at a time. Be part of something bigger. Be part of the Wayzata Nutrition team.