Child Nutrition Specialist

BRENHAM ISD; Brenham (TX); On-site; USD 15,320 - 21,819; Full time

Job summary

BRENHAM ISD is hiring a Child Nutrition Specialist in Brenham, TX. You will prepare and serve meals for students according to menus, while maintaining safety and quality standards throughout food production and service.

You’ll work with kitchen staff to ensure proper portioning, sanitation, and efficient operation, supporting a positive meal program in the district. Certification in food handling is required where applicable.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Certification: Texas Food Handler's Certificate

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve quality food according to planned menu and recipes.
• Maintain sanitation, safety, and cleanliness in all food areas.
• Operate and clean kitchen equipment according to procedures.
• Record daily food production and assist with cashier functions.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading comprehension

Kitchen knowledge

Kitchen equipment operation

Math basics

Education

HS diploma or GED preferred

Texas Food Handler's Certificate

Job description

Description

DescriptionJob Title: Child Nutrition Specialist Wage/Hour Status: $13.48 per hour (minimum)

Reports to: Child Nutrition Manager Pay Grade: MT1

Duty Days: 176 (varies on instructional calendar)

Department: Child Nutrition Department Date: May 2022

Job Summary
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
Minimum Education: High school diploma or GED preferred
Certification: Texas Food Handler\'s Certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to speak well with students, staff, parents, and the general public
• Ability to read and understand instructions, short correspondence, memos and recipes
• Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures
• Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, sharp cutting tools, oven, dishwasher, and food and utility cart
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations

Major Responsibilities And Duties
Food Preparation and Serving

• Prepare quality food according to a planned menu with standardized recipes
• Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures
• 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 and work 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
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to manager immediately
• Maintain personal appearance and hygiene

Other

• Handle and record cashier functions accurately
• Maintain daily food preparation records
• Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members
• Complete annual continuing education requirements
• Perform related duties as assigned

Equipment Used

• Use large and small kitchen equipment to include but not limited to large mixer, pressure steamer, braiser, steam jacketed kettles, refrigerated equipment, warmers, convection ovens, impinger ovens, dishwasher, electric slicer, sharp cutting tools, cutting board, scales, food and utility carts, mops and brooms
• Desktop computer (windows based), computerized point of sale work station, and 10-key calculator

Working Conditions

Physical Demands: Continual standing and walking; pushing and pulling, moderate lifting (10-45 pounds); reaching, overhead reaching, stooping, bending, twisting, kneeling and squatting most of the day

Environmental Factors

• Moderate exposure to extreme hot and /or cold temperatures, moisture, excessive humidity, wet floors, and noise from equipment
• Working around machinery with moving parts
• Work with hands in water
• Work on slippery surfaces

Other Information

Child Nutrition Director has the right to add or change these duties at any time.

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