Cafeteria - Carrell ES

CARRELL ELEMENTARY; Princeton (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

CARRELL ELEMENTARY in Princeton, Texas is seeking a full-time Child Nutrition Worker to join the cafeteria team. The role reports to the Cafeteria Manager within the Child Nutrition department and focuses on preparing and serving meals while upholding safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities include following planned menus, portion control, safe storage of food, and proper use of kitchen equipment.

Qualifications

• Basic math required for portion control and inventory
• Ability to read and follow written safety and preparation instructions
• Understanding of kitchen equipment operation and safety practices
• Ability to perform basic calculations and measurements

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food according to planned menu and recipes.
• Serve food according to schedules and policies, promoting portion control.
• Store and handle food items safely and maintain a clean storage area.
• Operate kitchen tools and equipment per safety standards and procedures.
• Maintain sanitary conditions and report unsafe conditions.
• Record cashier functions and assist with food requisitions and supplies.
• Maintain daily food prep records and encourage teamwork.
• Follow district safety protocols and complete continuing education requirements.

Skills

Basic math

Safety procedures

Kitchen equipment operation

Reading comprehension

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Cafeteria - Carrell ES

Princeton Independent School District CARRELL ELEMENTARY - Princeton, Texas Open in Google Maps

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Job Details

• Job ID: 5975383
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Oct 28, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Child Nutrition Worker

Reports to: Cafeteria Manager

Dept./School: Child Nutrition

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:

None specified

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to understand written and verbal 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 math

Experience:

None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Food Preparation and Serving

• Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested and uniform recipes.
• 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.

Safety and Sanitation

• Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards, and 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 promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.

Other

• Handle and record cashier functions accurately.
• Help record food requisitions and order necessary supplies.
• Maintain daily food preparation records.
• Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.
• Complete annual continuing education requirements.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

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

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jackie Hendricks
• 804 Mabel Ave
• Princeton, Texas 75407
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]