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Position range in Travis County $27k

•$47k Per Year Child Nutrition Specialist I

•

EANES I S D

Occupation:

First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers

Location:

AUSTIN, TX

•78746

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment

Posted:

09/03/2026

Positions available: 1

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

WorkInTexas

Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

09/06/2026

Expires:

10/03/2026

Agency Job ID:

260603001

Job #: 17064579

Job Requirements and Properties

Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite

Full Time Schedule

Full Time Job Type

Regular Duration

Permanent Employment Public Transit

Available Benefits Help for .

CHILD NUTRITION SPECIALIST I

Job Title:

Child Nutrition Specialist I Wage/Hour Status:

Non-Exempt

Reports to: Child Nutrition Manager Dept./

School:

Child Nutrition

Pay Grade:

Salary Schedule Work Days:

Work Calendars

Primary Purpose:

Responsible for preparing and serving appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements

and maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation and safety practices.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Must be able to read, write and understand verbal instructions in English.

Current Local Food Handlers certification.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Training will be provided on the job as an on-going endeavor without regard to length

of service or skills.

Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production.

Prefer knowledge of computers for cashiering.

Experience:

Prefer food service prep and production experience.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• General
• Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested, uniform recipes and
• be able to increase or decrease with accuracy.
• Prepare menu items daily as outlined on the food production record.
• Assist in stocking and straightening food items in a storeroom, 40-degree F
• refrigerator and 0

•degree F freezer. FIFO

Set up service lines with designated serving utensils and ensure full responsibility

for garnishing in a way that will enhance the overall eye appeal. Manager may

give specific directions.

Assist in the clean-up process by putting away and carrying trash out, wiping

down service lines, polishing stainless steel, and cleaning glass.

Demonstrate knowledge and follow care and use of the equipment.

Demonstrate sound safety and sanitation practices.

Meet all scheduled meal time, portions and serve the food as per departmental

policies and procedures.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive

list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Duties

are subject to change. All EISD employees are expected to maintain an extreme degree of confidentiality by

following the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) for student information and the Health

Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPPA) for employee and student information.

Interact in a positive manner with all customers including students, teachers,

admins and parents.

Present an image of professionalism by following department guidelines for

personal hygiene and dress code.

Recognize and complete needed and required tasks without being told.

Handle and record cashier functions accurately.

Assist in recording food requisitions and request orders of necessary supplies.

Demonstrate a positive attitude, flexibility and be willing to perform any additional

duties as assigned by the manager and/or director.

Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.

Other:

Maintain Confidentiality

Ensure compliance with all EISD Handbook policies including punctuality,

absenteeism, uniform standards, proper hygiene, safety and sanitation.

Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:

Use of large and small commercial kitchen equipment including electric

slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, convection and conventional ovens, kettle, tilt skillet, sharp cutting

tools, food and utility cards and computer.

Posture:

Stands, walks, pushes and pulls; lifts and carries; some stooping and bending most of the

day.

Motion:

Frequently bends neck, hands, wrists, arms and back.

Lifting:

Must be able to lift 25-40 pounds repetitively without assistance.

Environment:

Work in a fast-paced environment and stand for extended periods of time. Moderate

exposure to extreme hot and/or cold temperatures. Requires working with hot ovens.

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress.