What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nutrition Lead position at Caledonia Area Public Schools?
Nutrition Lead – Full-Time Position
Caledonia Area Public School District is seeking a dedicated and dependable Nutrition Lead to support the daily operation of our school nutrition program. This full-time position follows the school calendar and offers a family-friendly schedule, with hours of 6:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on student attendance days.
Join a team dedicated to providing nutritious meals and excellent service to students every day.
Position Responsibilities
The Nutrition Lead will assist in the daily operation of the school nutrition program, including:
· Maintaining sales, production, and other required records and documentation
· Assisting with kitchen organization and daily workflow
· Utilizing knowledge of kitchen equipment, food production, and food safety procedures
· Preparing and serving breakfast and lunch meals to students
· Operating the cashier station as needed
· Providing excellent customer service to students, staff, and visitors
· Supporting a positive, efficient, and team-oriented kitchen environment
· Assisting in ensuring compliance with school nutrition program requirements
Qualifications
· High school diploma or equivalent required
· Previous food service experience preferred
· On-the-job training provided
· Demonstrated ability to work positively with children, staff, and the public
· Self-motivated, energetic, dependable, and positive
· Strong leadership, communication, and teamwork skills
· Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift as required throughout the workday
Compensation and Benefits
Hiring Range: $17.67 – $22.23 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
The district offers a competitive benefits package, including:
· Health insurance
· Life insurance
· Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance
· Paid time off
In addition, this position provides a family-friendly work schedule that closely aligns with the school calendar, including many of the same days off as school-aged children.
Application Information
Interested candidates must apply online through AppliTrack:
https://www.applitrack.com/caledonia/onlineapp/
If you need a paper application, please contact the District Office at 507-725-3389.
Application Deadline: August 5, 2026, or until filled.
For questions regarding the position, contact:
Rachel Stackhouse
Caledonia Area Public School District
511 West Main Street
Caledonia, MN 55921
rachel_stackhouse@cps.k12.mn.us
Caledonia Area Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: $17.67 - $22.23 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- 403(b)
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22