Child Nutrition Specialist

Cypress Springs Elementary; Driftwood (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Dripping Springs ISD has an opening at Cypress Springs Elementary in Driftwood, TX for a Child Nutrition Specialist. Role focuses on preparing and serving meals with quality, safety, and sanitation standards in a school kitchen.

The position reports to the Child Nutrition Manager, is nonexempt, and pays $18.41–$25.43 per hour. Immediate start; employer provides a structured environment with district safety protocols and a focus on teamwork.

Qualifications

• 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
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Knowledge of personal computer for cashiering preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested, uniform recipes.
• Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures, 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.
• 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 report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Maintain daily food preparation records.
• Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Job description

Child Nutrition Specialist

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Job Details

Job ID: 5959116

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

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

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Child Nutrition Specialist

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Reports to: Child Nutrition Manager

Pay Grade: CN – 1

Dept./School: Child Nutrition/Assigned Campus

Date Revised: 09/14/2026

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
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Knowledge of personal computer for cashiering preferred

Experience:

• None

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Food Preparation and Serving

1. Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested, uniform recipes.
2. Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures, and practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.
3. Store and handle food items and supplies safely and according to established procedures. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.

Safety and Sanitation

1. Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards, and follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
2. Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.
3. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
4. Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.

Other

1. Handle and record cashier functions accurately.
2. Help record food requisitions and order necessary supplies.
3. Maintain daily food preparation records.
4. Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.
5. Complete annual continuing education requirements.
6. 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/stooping, 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

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $18.41 to $25.43 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Tanya Olvera , Supervisor
• DSISD Child Nutrition
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]