Cafeteria (Floater) 26-27

Princeton Independent School District; Princeton (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Princeton Independent School District is seeking a Child Nutrition Worker to help prepare and serve meals according to planned menus and tested recipes. You will work under moderate supervision, ensuring quality and portion control while maintaining safety and sanitation standards in a busy school kitchen.

The role requires basic math, the ability to follow written and verbal instructions, and familiarity with common kitchen equipment.

Qualifications

• Basic reading and comprehension of menu and safety instructions.
• No formal education required; on-the-job training provided.
• Ability to operate and clean equipment per procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quantities of food according to menu and recipes.
• Serve food and maintain portion control.
• Keep storage areas clean and safe per procedures.
• Follow safety and sanitation procedures and maintain personal cleanliness.

Skills

Food safety

Reading & following instructions

Math skills

Kitchen equipment operation

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

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.

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