Student Nutrition Associate (Lead in Training)

Position Type :

Student Nutrition Services

Date Posted : 8 / 27 / 2025

Location :

FSC (Facilities Services Center)

Date Available : 09 / 15 / 2025

Closing Date : Until Filled

District :

Rochester Independent School District 535

ESTIMATED INTERVIEW DATE : Ongoing

WORK SCHEDULE : 6 hours per day; 7 : 00 a.m. - 1 : 00 p.m.

WORK CALENDAR : 178 duty days per year

Click link to review the 2025-2026 SNS Calendar

CLASSIFICATION : A-1-3

SALARY RANGE : $21.00 - $22.22 per hour

Click link to review the 2024-2026 SNS Contract containing salary schedule.

BENEFITS : Benefits available for regular positions working an average of 30 hours per week.

Contact Employee Services @ 507-328-4280 for detailed benefits information. Make sure to reference the exact job posting.

If you have questions about the job position, contact the hiring manager. Dale Winham dawinham@rochesterschools.org

If you have questions regarding a job posting, contact the Office of Human Resources @ 507-328-4210 or email rahepinstall@rochesterschools.org

Job Summary :

• Actively participate in a mentorship program to prepare for an elementary lead role in SNS.
• Willingness to be coached by colleagues to become proficient in the lead job responsibilities as they relate to management of production, inventory, ordering, food safety, point of sale systems and reporting.
• Develop professional leadership abilities including communication, conflict resolution and supervisory skills to effectively guide and support a team.
• Assist in food preparation as assigned and set up food serving lines.
• Serve food in the correct portions by adhering to the production records and standardized recipes.
• Assist in clean up.
• Perform Point of Sale (POS) procedures as assigned.
• Adhere to District's HACCP (Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points) plan.
• Wash, sanitize and store kitchen equipment and utensils according to USDA and local guidelines.
• Support and promote the meal programs offered at the site.
• Position involves handling a number of food allergens and a variety of meat products.
• Perform other tasks within the level of responsibilities indicated above as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications :

Commitment to Equity :

Rochester Public Schools is committed to diversifying its workforce to better reflect the community we serve. We believe the practices used in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, supporting, and promoting staff must include and honor, at every level, those who represent the diverse identities of our schools and community.

Common and Shared Accountabilities for All Positions

Employees of the Rochester Public School District #535 are expected to support the goals, model and promote an environment that is respectful for all, and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, an adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff are to respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees.

District Information : To learn more about Rochester Public Schools, visit www.rochesterschools.org.

All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.