Cafeteria Specialist

Itasca ISD; Itasca (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Itasca ISD is seeking a Cafeteria Specialist in Itasca, Texas. The role involves preparing and serving food per menu requirements, upholding sanitation and safety standards, and rotating through four kitchen positions weekly.

Responsibilities include portion control, leftovers management, and assisting with requisitions and daily prep records. Strong teamwork and reliable attendance are expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required with food handler credentials.
• CPR certification is a plus and bilingual ability is beneficial.
• Basic computer skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food according to a planned menu and serve per schedules.
• Practice portion control and proper leftovers handling; keep storage clean.
• Alternate to four kitchen positions weekly with duties outlined separately.
• Follow safety and sanitation standards and maintain a clean work area.
• Record requisitions and daily food preparation activities; promote teamwork.

Skills

Food safety

Kitchen equipment operation

Basic arithmetic

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Food handlers' card

CPR certified

Job description

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Work under moderate supervision toprepare and serveappropriate quantitiesof food to meet menu requirements.Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High School Diplomaor GED Equivalent

Foodhandlers' card, CPR certifiedBilingual and computer skills are always a plus.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to understand food preparation and safety instructions

Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures

Ability tooperatelarge and small kitchen equipment and tools

Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations

Experience:

Food Service experience helpful

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, policies, and procedures.
• Practice and promoteportioncontrol and proper use of leftovers; supervise storage and handling of food items and supplies. maintain a clean and organized storage area.
• As a cook/aide you will alternate to one of the 4 positions weekly. (This allows everyone to know all positions of cook)The duties assigned to those positions will be outlined and signed on a separate duties expectation document.

Safety and Sanitation

• Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards.
• Follow established procedures to meethigh standardsof cleanliness, health, and safety.
• Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.
• Correct unsafe conditions inworkarea and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisorimmediately.
• 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, courteousness to peers and visitors and assist fellow workers willingly.
• Avoid speaking ill of the district and district personnel

Other

• Participate for mandatory meetings, in services,
• 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

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;.Unless otherwisenotedto stay over for mandatory meetings, in services, etc.
• Mental Demands:Work with frequent interruptions;maintainemotional control under stress

Cafeteria Specialist

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This job is also posted in ESC Region 12 , Itasca ISD Jobs , and Itasca ISD Jobs

Job Details

Job ID: 5959012

Application Deadline: Nov 09, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 13, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $15 to $21.14 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Missy Beck , Caf Director
• Food Services
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]