Position Type:
Nutrition Services/Food Service
Date Posted:
7/28/2026
Location:
Early Childhood-Sunrise Park, White Bear Lake, MN
Closing Date:
08/04/2026
The WBLAS Nutrition Services Department is looking for positive and energetic people who love children, are flexible, are good team players, and are willing to learn new skills in a fun and fast-paced environment.
Start Date: The week of 8-17-2026
Work Week: 6.5 hours/day, approximately 7:00 am - 1:30 pm, approximately 220 days per year, including summer months based on annual calendar.
Location: Sunrise Park; including on-site meal service to Early Childhood and Transition Education Center. During the summer months this position may work at other locations as assigned.
Closing Date: 8/4/2026- Candidates will be reviewed upon submission, with selection starting no sooner than five days following the posting.
Mission:
The mission of WBLAS Nutrition Services, an exceptional team vital to our district dedicated to the nutritional needs of our students, is to ensure nutritionally enticing meals in a safe and welcoming environment that acknowledges and values each student through a system distinguished by:
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A student-driven menu
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Sustainable and locally sourced foods
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Innovative equipment and technology
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Knowledgeable staff; and
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Students with life-long healthy eating habits
Salary Range: Starting at $24.30 with potential experience and certification level increases.
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School Nutrition Association Level III - $0.80 per hour (Required within 1 year of hire)
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School Nutrition Association Level IV - $1.05 per hour
Position Summary:
Performs intermediate semiskilled work preparing, cooking and serving food in accordance with the menu
Leads student workers in cleaning and maintaining the kitchen
Handles duties of the day-to-day kitchen operation
Position must be able to follow all rules and regulations
Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Assistant Director of Nutrition Services
Essential Functions:
Assist with daily activities and operations, including joint agreement meals, vended meals, and on-site programming
Inventories, orders, and receives food and supplies
Performs duties of a Nutrition Services Assistant, Production Lead and Cashier as needed
Accepts funds for meal payments, enters daily deposits
Oversees point of sale computer system
Prepares and serves foodstuffs in accordance to menu
Sets up serving line including utensils, condiments, napkins, etc
Washes pots, pans, kettles and other cooking utensils
Maintains production and day-end paperwork
Maintains food safety, kitchen cleanliness and related paperwork
Demonstrates excellent customer service to students, staff, parents, visitors and the general public
Performs other duties as assigned
Perks of working with us include:
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Ideal hours - no nights, weekends, summers, or holidays!
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Connecting with your community by serving your neighborhood kids!
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Interacting with students during one of the favorite parts of the day!
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Making new friends in an exciting, team setting!
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Paid training opportunities!
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Paid holidays and personal time off!
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Complimentary meals!
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Uniform Allowance!
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Most importantly - have FUN while making a difference in students' lives!
Food Safety:
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The Nutrition Services team values high standards, attention to detail, and the health and well-being of our students
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Food safety is our most important priority; ensuring that every meal is served safe, wholesome and with care
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All employees are required to take a sanitation course upon hire and at least every 3 years
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Uniform guidelines include:
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No jewelry or fake eyelashes
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No false nails or nail polish
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Non-slip, leather shoes
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Black pants, no denim or leggings
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WBLAS Nutrition Services uniform tops
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Pro-rated uniform allowance of up to $200 annually
Education and /or Experience:
High school diploma or GED and moderate experience working in a food service role.
Special Requirements:
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School Nutrition Association (SNA) Level 3 certification within one (1) year of hire
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Sanitation and Safety Course through the MN Department of Health or Institute of Child Nutrition is required at least every 3 years
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Minnesota Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certification preferred
Application Procedure:
Apply Online
Email:
[email protected]
Website URL: http://www.isd624.org
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The White Bear Lake Area School District leading. . .
minds to learning,
hearts to compassion,
lives to community service.
