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Ambition Prep

Child Nutrition Manager

Jackson, MS · On-site

Child Nutrition Manager Ambition Preparatory Charter School is deeply committed to ensuring that ... Ensures batch cooking and the freshest and highest quality of food production occurs * Train food ...

Frisco ISD

Child Nutrition - Cook/Worker I Sub

Frisco, TX · On-site

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

Reports To Child Nutrition Campus Cafe Supervisor Work Year Days 177 Salary Actual salary will be calculated based on experience. Primary Purpose Work under moderate supervision to prepare and serve ...

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How much do child nutrition cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for child nutrition cook in the United States is $16.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a child nutrition cook do?

A Child Nutrition Cook is responsible for preparing and serving healthy, balanced meals to children, typically in a school or childcare setting. They follow specific nutritional guidelines to meet the dietary needs of growing children and often accommodate allergies or special dietary requirements. Their duties include planning menus, cooking meals, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring food safety standards are met. The role is essential in promoting good eating habits and supporting the overall health and well-being of children.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a child nutrition cook?

To thrive as a Child Nutrition Cook, you need knowledge of food safety, nutrition standards for children, meal preparation, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, menu planning software, and certifications such as ServSafe are typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, time management, and strong communication skills help ensure efficient and safe meal service. These skills are crucial to consistently providing nutritious, appealing meals that meet regulatory requirements and support children's health.

What challenges do child nutrition cooks face when preparing meals in a school setting?

Child Nutrition Cooks often work within tight timeframes and must prepare large quantities of meals while adhering to strict nutritional guidelines and food safety regulations. Balancing menu planning to meet both federal standards and students' diverse dietary needs can be challenging. Additionally, cooks frequently collaborate with school nutrition staff and teachers to ensure meals are appealing and served efficiently, which requires good communication and adaptability.

What is the difference between Child Nutrition Cook vs School Cafeteria Worker?

AspectChild Nutrition CookSchool Cafeteria Worker
CredentialsFood handler permits, sometimes culinary trainingFood handler permits, basic training
Work EnvironmentSchool kitchens, preparing meals for childrenSchool cafeterias, assisting with meal service
Employer & IndustrySchool districts, child nutrition programsSchool districts, food service departments

Child Nutrition Cooks focus on preparing nutritious meals for children, often requiring culinary skills and specific food safety certifications. School Cafeteria Workers typically assist with meal service and cleanup, with less emphasis on cooking. Both roles are vital in school food service but differ mainly in responsibilities and skill requirements.

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Child Nutrition Assistant

Laurinburg, NC • On-site

Scotland County Schools
Food and Drink Manufacturing • 51 - 200 employees
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Job description

Child Nutrition Assistant

Reports to: Cafeteria Manager

Terms of Employment: 10 Months/Full Time and Part Time

Salary: TBD

Qualifications:

• Possession of a valid TB test and health examination issued by the local county board of health of health or recognized medical authority

Essential Job Functions:

  • Maintains a working relationship with other employees and staff
  • Politely and respectfully serves students, staff, parents and others
  • Accepts responsibility for multiple tasks without supervision
  • Follows a work schedule, plans ahead, and helps others on the child nutrition team
  • Washes and prepares vegetables for cooking
  • Cleans oven, deep-fat fryer, tilt skillet or other heating equipment in kitchen
  • Takes out trash and washes trash cans
  • Collects meal money from students and records (either manually or by using the computer system) the number of student eating
  • Prepares chef salads
  • Checks in groceries, puts them in storage, takes inventory and dates the food in stock
  • Clean refrigerator, milk box, freezer, holding cabinets
  • Cleans service line
  • Runs dishwasher
  • Clean windows, walls, tables and chair in dining room
  • Maintains daily production record of food
  • Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor
  • Ability to follow approved standardized recipes

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