2026-2027 Nutrition Specialist I-@ Nutrition Department

Alief Independent School District; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Alief Independent School District is seeking a Nutrition Specialist I for the Nutrition Department in Houston, TX. The role supports food preparation and serving, upholding safety, sanitation, and quality standards across meal programs.

Starting immediately, you will work under supervision, assist with daily food service tasks, and help maintain HACCP compliance while adhering to USDA/TDA guidelines. Flexible as needed across campuses.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED preferred.
• Must obtain ANSI approved Food Handler’s Certification within 60 days.
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents, students and staff.
• Ability to work cooperatively with students/staff/parents.
• Basic math skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist cook in preparation of food for the day’s menu, while maintaining safety and sanitation procedures.
• Organize serving area and serve students and staff in a courteous manner per guidelines.
• Maintain high level of food quality and complete tasks timely.
• Follow HACCP and Health Department regulations.
• Aide in stocking, dating, rotating and inventorying items in storeroom and coolers.
• Cashier and perform record keeping as assigned by manager.
• Serve food according to meal schedules and promote proper leftovers handling.
• Store and handle items safely; keep storage area clean and organized.

Skills

Communication

Cooperation

Availability

Basic math

Education

High School diploma or GED

Food Handler Certification

Job description

2026-2027 Nutrition Specialist I-@ Nutrition Department

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Job Details

Job ID: 5595398
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Mar 19, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

2026-2027 Nutrition SpecialistI @ Nutrtion Department

Primary Purpose:

Work under moderate supervision to 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:

• High School graduate or GED preferred
• Must have or be able to obtain within 60 days, a State of Texas ANSI accredited Food Handler’s Certification

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively with parents, students and staff
• Ability to work cooperatively with students/staff/parents.
• Must be available to work until end of the scheduled shift
• Basic math skills

Experience:

• None

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Food Preparation and Serving

• Assist cook in preparation of food for the day’s menu, while maintaining established safety and sanitation procedures (including checking and maintaining food temperatures).
• Organize serving area and serve students and staff in a courteous manner, following established AISD and USDA/TDA guidelines.
• Maintain a high level of food quality. Must be able to complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Know and follow all HACCP procedures and Health Department regulations.
• Aide in stocking, straightening, dating, rotating and inventorying of items in a storeroom, 40 o F refrigerator and 0 o F or below freezer.
• Cashier and perform record keeping responsibilities as assigned by manager.
• Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures, and practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.
• Store and handle food items and supplies safely and according to established procedures. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.
• Provide services for catering, as needed.
• Count and keep accurate records of food used.

Safety and Sanitation

• Assist in kitchen clean-up in accordance with work schedule.
• Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards, and follow established procedures. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.
• Keep work areas neat and sanitary.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to manager.
• Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.

Other

• Must obtain minimum required annual Professional Standard training hours, per USDA regulations.
• Must attend required training, in-service and work related activities.
• Follow district and departmental policies and procedures as outlined in employee handbook.
• Is willing to work in various schools as needed.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain an appropriate level of technology competence to meet the current and future needs of Alief.
• Implement alternative methods of instruction as needed.
• Perform other duties assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of Manual Trades - Nutrition Personnel.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals; district vehicle, large and small kitchen equipment.

Posture: Standing, occasional sitting; walking, frequent bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, reaching, wrist turning, grasping, finger manipulation and twisting frequently. Must be able to use step ladder, sweep, mop, and clean equipment

Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; frequent reaching

Vision & Hearing: Moderate to Maximum

Lifting: Moderate lifting and carrying (up to 15 pounds); May require occasional heavy lifting and carrying (15-45 pounds), if over 20 pounds must use a cart for transport and ask for assistance to lift case on/off cart

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; inside 95%; temperature -10 o - 130 o F

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress

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.

The full job description for this position is included within this job posting. By applying for this position you are accepting the responsibilities and duties of this position as they are listed in the jobdescription.

Pay Grade MT02

182 Days

2025-2026 Salary Schedule: Min-$14.55 Mid-$17.16 Max-$19.79

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $14.55 to $19.79 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Food Service

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required