Child Nutrition Associate - Pool 2026-2027

Young World Physical Education; Corsicana (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Corsicana, Texas is looking for a Child Nutrition Associate for the 2026-2027 school year. The role requires preparing and serving food while ensuring high standards of quality and safety.

The ideal candidate should have the ability to follow food preparation instructions and operate kitchen equipment effectively. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness, portion control, and teamwork with staff and students.

Qualifications

• None specified education or certification.
• No prior experience required.

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 and supplies.

Skills

Ability to understand 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 arithmetic operations

Tools

Electric slicer

Mixer

Pressure steamer

Sharp cutting tools

Oven

Dishwasher

Food and utility cart

Job description

Child Nutrition Associate - Pool 2026-2027

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose: 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 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 arithmetic operations

Experience: None

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, departmental policies, and procedures. Follow required HACCP Food Safety Plan and Texas Nutrition Policy.
• Practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.
• Supervise storage and handling of food items and supplies. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.

Safety and Sanitation

• Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards.
• Follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
• Follow required daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules. 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 personal appearance and hygiene.

Other

• Help record food requisitions and order necessary supplies.
• Maintain daily food preparation records.
• Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members. Communicate with students, CISD staff, parents, and visitors in a positive professional manner.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Equipment Used

Large and small kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, sharp cutting tools, oven, dishwasher, and food and utility cart.

Working Conditions

Continual standing, walking, pushing, and pulling; frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, and climbing (ladder), moderate lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds, moderate exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Corsicana ISD (CISD) does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant’s job qualifications, experience, and abilities.

Employees with questions or concerns about discrimination based on sex, including sexual harassment should contact the CISD Director of Human Resources, the district Title IX coordinator. Employees with questions or concerns about discrimination on the basis of a disability should contact the CISD Transition Coordinator, the district ADA/Section 504 coordinator. Questions or concerns relating to discrimination for any other reason should be directed to the Superintendent at the Lee Education Center 2200 W. 4th Ave Corsicana, TX 75110, phone [phone].