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As of Jun 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for nutrition program assistant in Minnesota is $19.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.25 and $22.55 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.

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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 Minnesota as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 52% Full Time, 45% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,289 per year, or $19.9 per hour.

Nutrition Services Assistant - Richardson - Long Hour

School District 622 - North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale

Saint Paul, MN

Other

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Posting Date: June 10, 2026
Position: Nutrition Services Assistant (6 hours per day)
Location: Richardson Elementary School
Schedule: 9 months, 5 days per week.
Salary and Benefits: Per Nutrition Services labor agreement _ district website at www.isd622.org
Academic year position responsible for providing support in all aspects of preparing and serving school meals, meeting and maintaining Nutrition Services policies, including sanitation and safety standards.   Function as a cashier as assigned. Enter temperatures on temperature sheets, enter food used on the pick list, and provide assistance to the Kitchen Manager as requested.  Provide assistance in cooking, cleaning, washing dishes, cleaning spills as needed, taking inventory or any other duty as assigned





Job Requirements:

  1. Good organizational and mathematical skills.
  2. Ability to follow direction.
  3. Pleasant personality
  4. Ability to work well with students, staff, and parents.
  5. Food Service experience.
  6. Ability to work with computers or willingness to learn.
  7. High school diploma or equivalent.
  8. Attain certification with School Nutrition Association within one year of employment.
  9. Cashiering ability.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to pass background check and physical
  • Good physical health including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Constant hand-eye and mind-eye coordination, standing and walking.
  • Repetitive motion with wrists, hands and fingers.
  • Frequent bending, carrying, hearing, lifting and stooping.
  • Occasional climbing and crawling.
  • Standing for long periods of time as well as stooping, squatting, lifting, carrying, pushing and climbing.


Application Procedure:
Apply on line at www.isd622.org.  Click on Human Resources and employment opportunities.

Additional Comments: If you have any questions or would like to follow up on your application, please contact Paula Pohlkamp at 651.748.7531 or ppohlkamp@isd622.org.
Independent School District No, 622, North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale, does not discriminated on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity.
ISD 622 is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.





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