Position Type:
Nutrition Services/Cook
Date Posted:
7/2/2026
Location:
Lakeaires Elementary, White Bear Lake, MN
Closing Date:
08/07/2026
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. No experience needed!
Hours: 3 hours/day, approximately 10:15 am - 1:30 pm, including a 15 minutes break
Wage: Starting at $20.78 per hour with possible per hour increases as described below.
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Additional $0.80 per hour pay increase with School Nutrition Association Level 3 Certification
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Additional $1.05 per hour pay increase with School Nutrition Association Level 4 Certification
Start Date: As soon as possible
Location: Lakeaires Elementary School, Grades K - 5
Closing Date: Candidates will be reviewed upon submission with selection starting no sooner than five days following the posting.
Perks of working with us include:
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Ideal hours - no nights, weekends, summers, or holidays!
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Getting out of the house in the middle of the day while making extra money!
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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 their 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!
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
Essential Functions:
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Fast-paced environment working to prepare and serve breakfast, lunch and snacks in accordance with the menu
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Stock vending machines
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Set up serving line, condiments, utensils, etc.
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Serve students and run point of sale register during meal service
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Clean and maintain the kitchen, operate the dish machine
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Demonstrate excellent customer service to students, staff, parents, visitors and the general public
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Position may float on a case-by-case basis to help with staff coverage at other locations throughout the district
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Perform other duties as assigned
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
See the attached job description for more details regarding specific duties and work requirements. If viewing from a third-party website, you will need to visit our website at the below URL to view the job description.
Application Procedure:
Apply Online
Email:
[email protected] (If you have questions, please refer to the job number in your inquiry.)
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.
