Nutrition Assistant III

## Description

Organizational Overview

KIPP Atlanta Schools is part of the KIPP (Knowledge is Power Program) national network of free, open enrollment, college-preparatory schools dedicated to ensuring that every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities. There are 280 KIPP schools in 21 states and the District of Columbia serving more than 175,000 scholars and alumni. KIPP Atlanta currently operates 9 schools including four primary schools, four middle schools and one high school, as well as KIPP Forward which supports scholars on their journey to a choice-filled life. We are a social justice organization and our vision and mission require the work of dedicated, bold and skilled leaders, educators, and support staff who are committed to serving as the catalyst for joyful, academically excellent schools and the foundation for building a more just and equitable world for our scholars.

What We Value

• Good Decision-Making: “I make thoughtful decisions in alignment with my school’s and organization’s values.”
• Peer Accountability: “I hold all Big KIPPsters accountable to our schools’ and organization’s values, standards, and expectations.”
• Excellence Always: “I do all aspects of my work with excellence - the big and the little things, the parts being monitored as well as those not monitored.”
• Communication is Key: “I communicate with both honesty and love. How I communicate nurtures courage, belonging, partnership, and progress toward our promise to KIPPsters and families.”
• Scholars Over Everything: “I put our scholars first, 100% of the time, without fail. I quickly resolve any and all adult-centered concerns and qualms to reserve my individual and our collective time and attention for our KIPPsters.”
• Walk Trumps Talk: “I chose this social justice career. And so, I behave in alignment with my choice. My behaviors match our promise to our scholars and families.”
• “Us” Only: “I belong to every member of our organization, and every member of our organization belongs to me. I choose unity always - in both the good times and hard times.”

Job Summary

The Nutrition Assistant III serves as the highest-level hourly nutrition professional within the KIPP Atlanta Schools Nutrition Program. This role functions as a lead team member, operational resource, trainer, and ServSafe-certified Person-in-Charge (PIC) who provides continuity of operations and leadership support within the school nutrition program.

Reporting to the Nutrition Manager and Nutrition Assistant Manager, the Nutrition Assistant III leads assigned production areas, supports workflow coordination, trains Nutrition Assistants, assists with inventory oversight and compliance monitoring, and serves as the designated secondary operational backup when nutrition leadership is unavailable.

This position represents the final frontline leadership step before promotion into Nutrition Assistant Manager and is designed to build readiness for future management responsibilities.

Job Responsibilities

Operational Leadership, Production Oversight & Campus Coverage 40%

• Lead assigned food production and service areas during daily operations.
• Coordinate workflow and task completion among Nutrition Assistants.
• Support meal service execution, quality control, and operational efficiency.
• Serve as acting Person-in-Charge (PIC) when designated.
• Provide operational continuity during staffing shortages and coverage situations.
• Support execution of menu changes, special events, and operational initiatives.
• Serve as the secondary backup to the Nutrition Manager when leadership coverage is required.

Compliance, Food Safety & Inventory Accountability 35%

• Maintain active ServSafe Manager certification.
• Monitor compliance with food safety, sanitation, and HACCP procedures.
• Review temperature logs, production records, and operational documentation for completeness.
• Support inventory counts, product accountability, and receiving processes.
• Assist with audit readiness and compliance reviews.
• Support workplace safety practices and risk mitigation efforts.
• Help ensure adherence to USDA, state, and local requirements.

Staff Development, Training & Customer Service Excellence 25%

• Train and onboard Nutrition Assistants.
• Model exemplary customer service and professionalism.
• Support coaching, feedback, and skill development of team members.
• Reinforce operational standards and compliance expectations.
• Assist with substitute orientation and coverage support.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and scholar-centered work environment.
• Serve as a role model for reliability, professionalism, and service excellence.

## Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum two (2) years of food service, school nutrition, hospitality, or related operational experience.
• Active ServSafe Manager Certification (required and maintained throughout employment).
• Demonstrated mastery of Nutrition Assistant responsibilities.
• Experience operating point-of-sale systems and commercial kitchen equipment.