SY 26-27

School Nutrition Line Cashier (4 Hours)

Lynchburg City Schools

ROBERT S PAYNE ELEM SCHOOL

- LYNCHBURG, Virginia This job is also posted in Lynchburg City Schools

Job Details

Job ID:

5906946

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Aug 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

SY 26-27

School Nutrition Line Cashier (4 Hours)

GENERAL INFORMATION

Title:

School Nutrition Line Cashier (4 Hours)

Department:

School Nutrition Salary Grade:

Schedule A

FLSA Status:

Non Exempt

Site/Location:

R. S.

Payne Elementary School Reports to:

School Nutrition Site Manager or Lead Person Date:

06/08/2026

POSITION SUMMARY

To work under the general supervision of the School Nutrition Manager in performing a variety of tasks related to the preparation and service of school meals. Directly responsible for the verification of reimbursable meals and accounting of monies collected during meal service.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Collect all monies from students and adults during meal times through the operation of a point of sale computer with speed and accuracy.

Accurately identify a meal as meeting the federal meal pattern requirements for reimbursement.

Relate well to students during the performance of job duties and assist in the promotion of the school nutrition program.

Balance the cash drawer at the end of meal service.

Monitor account balances and maintain correspondence with parents on student accounts.

Perform daily cooking, serving, and cleaning duties as assigned by the Manager

Help organize and maintain the inventory system for food and supplies.

Follow all local, state and federal guidelines for health and safety.

Develop and maintain effective working relationships.

Perform duties with awareness of all division requirements and School Board policies.

Attend all training sessions recommended by manager and director.

Wear only approved uniforms and shoes to work.

Perform other duties as assigned.

LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES

Personal Competencies

Honesty

Integrity

Ethical

Equity Minded

Emotional Intelligence

Cultural Competence

Safety

Quality

Leadership Competencies

Models Excellent Customer Service

Thinks Strategically

Shows Initiative

Acts Decisively

Communicates Effectively

Works Collaboratively

Resolves Conflict Proactively

Functional Competencies

Technical Capabilities

Computer Literacy

Data Analysis and Management

Fiscal Planning and Management

Project Management

Strategic Planning

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Previous experience as a cashier preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Some knowledge of food preparation. Ability to learn meal pattern requirements for child nutrition programs.

Ability to learn the point of sale software program.

Ability to follow food sanitation procedures. Ability to perform basic math Ability to learn prescribed food preparation methods and school cafeteria operations. Ability to lift and move objects weighing a maximum of 50 pounds.

Ability to stand for the duration of the workday, allowing for breaks as outlined in the School Nutrition Employee Handbook.

Ability to retrieve necessary menu items and recipe ingredients. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence and memos Basic human relations skills needed to work cooperatively in close proximity with others under constant deadlines.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

None

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Local travel to meetings and alternate work assignments as required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee generally works in an indoor kitchen environment with exposure to heat from ovens, hot foods and steamers and cleaning chemicals, fumes, equipment, and metal objects. Employees also work around knives, dicers, mixers, slicers and other sharp objects and may be required to drive a vehicle to and from school sites when directed to work at an alternate school site. Work surfaces may be slippery. This position is physically demanding with the following associated requirements:

Working Conditions

• Occasionally works in temperatures above 90 degrees and below 0 degrees
  
• Occasionally will walk on slippery surfaces
  
• Must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints
  
• Interact with public and other workers
  
• Maintain composure in stressful situations
  
• The noise level in the work environment is frequently loud
  
• Risk of getting a minor injury (cut or burn) while performing duties of this job
  Physical Demands
  
• Stand for approximately 6-8 hours
  
• Required to sit and stoop, kneel, or crouch
  
• Excellent fine motor skills
  
• Lift and/or move up to 40 pounds on a daily basis
  

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

JOB STATUS

OPEN

SALARY:

Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: https://www.lcsedu.net/departments/personnel/employee-pay-scales.

DAYS:

183

START DATE:

2026-27

Position Type:

Part-Time

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required