Child Nutrition - Kitchen Worker - Pool 2026-2027

Child Nutrition

• Kitchen Worker
• Pool 2026-2027 Waxahachie ISD Student Nutrition
• Waxahachie, Texas This job is also posted in Waxahachie ISD Job Details

Job ID:

5627366

Application Deadline:

May 23, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted:

Apr 06, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description

Job Description:

CHILD NUTRITION

Job Title:

Child Nutrition

Duty Days:

190 Reports to: Cafeteria Manager

Pay Grade:

2

Dept/School:

Assigned Campus

Pay Schedule:

Auxiliary Pay Scale

Wage/Hour:

Non-Exempt

Date Revised:

9/2020 Primary Purpose Prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices. Qualifications Education/Certification None specified Special Knowledge/Skills Ability to understand food preparation and safety instructions Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations Must possess personal qualities related to respect for the rights and confidentiality of others Experience None Major Responsibilities and Duties Food Preparation and Serving Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested, uniform recipes. Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures. Practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers. Supervise storage and handling of food items and supplies. Maintain a clean and organized storage area. Safety and Sanitation Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards. Follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety. Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately. Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.

Professional Conduct:

Demonstrates ability to remain calm and withstand pressures. Flexible to changes in routine and adapts quickly to changing situations. Reliable and responsible attendance and punctuality. Demonstrates respect, courteous to peers and visitors and assist fellow workers willingly. Avoid speaking ill of the district and district personnel Other Handle and record cashier functions accurately. Help record food requisitions and orders necessary supplies. Maintain daily food preparation records. Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other administrator that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position Supervisory Responsibilities None

WORKING CONDITIONS

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

Tools/Equipment Used:

Standard large and small kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, deep-fat fryer, sharp cutting tools, stove, oven, dishwasher, and food/utility cart

Posture:

Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stoop, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:

Continual walking; frequent climbing (ladder), grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching/overhead reaching

Lifting:

Frequent moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds)

Environment:

Work inside in commercial kitchen environment; exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, extreme humidity, noise, vibration, microwaves, biological hazards (bacteria, mold, fungi), chemical hazards (fumes, vapors, gases), electrical hazards; work with hands in water; work around machinery with moving parts; work on slippery surfaces

Mental Demands:

Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$15.07 to $18.14 Per Hour