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Alabaster City Schools

CHILD NUTRITION PROGRAM ASSISTANT MANAGER QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Good general health. 2. Demonstrated aptitude for successful performance of the tasks listed. 3. High school graduate or G.E.D. 4. ...

Alabaster City Schools

CHILD NUTRITION PROGRAM ASSISTANT MANAGER QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Good general health. 2. Demonstrated aptitude for successful performance of the tasks listed. 3. High school graduate or G.E.D. 4. ...

Alabaster City Schools

CHILD NUTRITION PROGRAM ASSISTANT MANAGER QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Good general health. 2. Demonstrated aptitude for successful performance of the tasks listed. 3. High school graduate or G.E.D. 4. ...

Tuskegee University

$16.50 - $22.50/hr

... and Nutrition Educators. They will play a vital role in ensuring the program runs smoothly by ... personnel. * Assist in the development of presentations and reports for in-service meetings ...

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How much do nutrition program assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for nutrition program assistant in Alabama is $15.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.08 and $18.17 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a nutrition program assistant do?

A Nutrition Program Assistant supports nutritionists and dietitians in implementing and managing nutrition education programs. They help organize community outreach activities, prepare educational materials, and assist in teaching healthy eating habits to various groups. Their work often involves collecting and recording data, providing administrative support, and helping participants with resources or program enrollment. Nutrition Program Assistants play a key role in ensuring nutrition programs run smoothly and effectively serve the community.

What are some common challenges nutrition program assistants face when working with diverse communities?

Nutrition Program Assistants often work with individuals from a wide range of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, which can present challenges such as language barriers, varying levels of nutrition literacy, and differing dietary preferences or needs. Building trust and effectively communicating the benefits of nutrition programs requires adaptability and cultural sensitivity. Successful assistants utilize creative teaching approaches, collaborate closely with community organizations, and remain patient while fostering positive relationships to overcome these challenges and promote healthy eating habits.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a nutrition program assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Nutrition Program Assistant, you need basic nutrition knowledge, organizational skills, and often an associate degree or relevant coursework in nutrition or health sciences. Familiarity with database management tools, Microsoft Office, and sometimes nutrition analysis software is typically required. Strong communication, cultural sensitivity, and teamwork help build trust with clients and effectively deliver nutrition education. These skills and qualities are essential for supporting program goals, ensuring accurate information delivery, and fostering positive community health outcomes.

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Infographic showing various Nutrition Program Assistant job openings in Alabama as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $33,234 per year, or $16 per hour.

Child Nutrition Program Worker

Bessemer, AL • On-site

Alabama Department of Education
Education Programs Administration • 201 - 500 employees
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$13.50 - $16.25/hr

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Job description

Child Nutrition Program Assistant

Bessemer City School System

Job Title: Cafeteria Program Assistant

Reports To: Principal, Cafeteria Manager and Assistant Manager

Job Summary: A person, under the direct supervision of a CNP manager, who performs assigned tasks in designated areas. Works in food preparation, cleaning, serving, storage, facility maintenance, record keeping and follows system policies and procedures. May be assigned other duties related to the Child Nutrition Program.

Job Qualifications:

  1. Must have basic knowledge of methods of quantity food preparation and serving, use and care of kitchen equipment and utensils, food service safety, principles of sanitation and basic reading, writing, and math skills.
  2. Must have the ability to prepare and serve a wide variety of food-soups, entrees, sandwiches, fruits, vegetables, salads, breads, desserts, and beverages. Work rapidly and efficiently in performing tasks, work positively and effectively with students and school personnel. Follow written job assignments, recipes, and oral instructions. Apply and maintain Health Department and USDA standards of sanitation and personal hygiene and be able to keep records.
  3. Physical abilities includes manual dexterity to shred, chop, assemble, and mix foods. Stamina to stand and walk on hard flooring for long periods of time, bend, stoop, life, carry, and reach over head. Ability to withstand a wide range of temperatures and work with chemical cleaning agents. Having strength to life and carry food items or objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds and to perform any assigned task dictated by the principal layout of the cafeteria facility.

Educational and Other Requirements Include:

  1. Sufficient education to have basic skills in reading, writing, and math is required; a high school diploma or GED equivalent is desirable.
  2. Serve as a child nutrition program substitute or have considerable paid or volunteer experience.
  3. Have a current Food Handler Permit from the Jefferson County Department of Health or have ServSafe Certification.
  4. Must complete a criminal background check through Cogent at your own expense.
  5. Annual Physician Health form and tuberculin test (TB).
  6. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Bessemer City Schools Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable.

Job Description: The following is an outline of the job function to be performed by a Child Nutrition Program Assistant. Tasks required to carry out each job function are provided and are considered a part of the job description.

Functions:

  1. Participate in job related training and professional growth activities.
  2. Practice procedures in food preparation, use and care of equipment, and personal habits to assure that system, county, and state sanitation standards are met.
  3. Follow standards of safety in preparing, storing, and serving food.
  4. Follow the Child Nutrition Program manager's assignments and instructions in producing and serving food and in facility maintenance.
  5. Follow the Child Nutrition Program manager's instructions in portioning, garnishing, and serving meals.
  6. Participate in implementing promotion of special school and community activities consistent with Board Policy.
  7. Maintain required forms and records as assigned by managers.
  8. Follow system procedures in personnel matters including grievance, leave, etc.
  9. Demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively with the school and the community.
  10. Participate in implementing cost containment measures while maintaining quality.

Terms of Employment: Salary and work year to be established by the Board. Salary in adherence and compliance with the approved salary schedule.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Support Services Personnel.

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