Job Description

JobID: 9053

Position Type:

Nutrition Services/Cook

Date Posted:

11/18/2025

Location:

Central Middle School, White Bear Lake, MN

Closing Date:

12/05/2025

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:

3.75 hours/day, approximately 9:45 am - 1:45 pm, school days. Includes an unpaid break and a complimentary meal.

Wage:

Starting at $19.31 per hour with possible per-hour increases as described below:

+ Additional $0.70 per hour pay increase with School Nutrition Association Level 3 Certification
+ Additional $0.95 per hour pay increase with School Nutrition Association Level 4 Certification

Start Date:

As Soon As Possible

Location:

The newly renovated Central Middle School, Grades 6-8

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:

+ Ideal hours - no nights, weekends, summers, or holidays!
+ Getting out of the house in the middle of the day while making extra money!
+ Connecting with your community by serving your neighborhood kids!
+ Interacting with students during one of the favorite parts of their day!
+ Making new friends in an exciting, team setting!
+ Paid training opportunities!
+ Paid holidays and personal time off!
+ Complimentary meals!
+ Uniform Allowance!
+ 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:

+ A student-driven menu
+ Sustainable and locally sourced foods
+ Innovative equipment and technology
+ Knowledgeable staff; and
+ Students with life-long healthy eating habits

Essential Functions:

+ Fast-paced environment working to prepare and serve breakfast, lunch and snacks in accordance with the menu
+ Prepare grab and go meals, set up and serve breakfast, maintain vending machines
+ Set up serving line, condiments, utensils, etc
+ Serve students and run point of sale register during meal service
+ Clean and maintain the kitchen, operate the dish machine
+ Demonstrate excellent customer service to students, staff, parents, visitors and the general public
+ Position may float on a case-by-case basis to help with staff coverage at other locations throughout the district
+ Perform other duties as assigned

Food Safety:

+ The Nutrition Services team values high standards, attention to detail, and the health and well-being of our students
- Food safety is our most important priority; ensuring that every meal is served safe, wholesome and with care
- All employees are required to take a sanitation course upon hire and at least every 3 years
+ Uniform guidelines include:
- No jewelry or fake eyelashes
- No false nails or nail polish
- Non-slip, leather shoes
- Black pants, no denim or leggings
- WBLAS Nutrition Services uniform tops
- Pro-rated uniform allowance of up to $200 annually



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Application Procedure:

Apply Online

Email: jobs@isd624.org

(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.







Attachment(s):+ Cook .pdf