Cafeteria Food Prep & Safety Specialist

Longview Independent School District; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Longview Independent School District in Longview, TX seeks a dedicated school food service worker to prepare and serve meals according to planned menus, upholding quality and safety standards. You will operate kitchen equipment, follow portion control, and assist with stock and record-keeping to support campus nutrition programs.

This on-site role requires reliable attendance, teamwork, and the ability to interact with students and staff while adhering to district policies and health regulations.

Qualifications

• No formal education specified.

Responsibilities

• 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; maintain a clean and organized storage area.
• 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 daily food preparation records.
• Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.

Skills

Food preparation instructions

Safety procedures

Kitchen equipment operation

Basic arithmetic

Tools

Electric slicer

Mixer

Pressure steamer

Deep-fat fryer

Oven

Job description

Longview Independent School District in Longview, TX seeks a dedicated school food service worker to prepare and serve meals according to planned menus, upholding quality and safety standards. You will operate kitchen equipment, follow portion control, and assist with stock and record-keeping to support campus nutrition programs.

This on-site role requires reliable attendance, teamwork, and the ability to interact with students and staff while adhering to district policies and health regulations.