Jones received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series for her work as Beiste in "Glee" second season, and submitted her performance in the episode "Never Been Kissed" for final judging. She was one of three actresses from the show to be nominated in that category in 2011; the victor was another "Glee" nominee, Gwyneth Paltrow. She was also part of the "Glee" cast ensemble that was nominated in December 2011 for the Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series award at the 18th Screen Actors Guild Awards. In 2012, Jones was nominated for an Emmy again, the only actor from "Glee" nominated that year. Jones was nominated again for the 2013 season, one of two "Glee" actors to be nominated.