Child Nutrition Worker

Child Nutrition; Tatum (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Tatum ISD Child Nutrition is seeking a dedicated individual to perform food preparation and serving in a school cafeteria setting. You will follow planned menus, ensure portion control, and maintain safety and sanitation standards in a high-volume kitchen.

Immediate starting date with full-time responsibilities in a dynamic school district environment; duties include record-keeping, teamwork, and adherence to district safety protocols.

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested and uniform recipes.
• Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures, and 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 area.
• Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards, and follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
• Handle and record cashier functions as needed; record food requisitions and order supplies.
• Maintain daily food preparation records and promote teamwork among staff.

Skills

Food safety

Equipment operation

Math skills

Reading comprehension

Tools

Electric slicer

Mixer

Pressure steamer

Deep-fat fryer

Stove

Oven

Dishwasher

Job description

Child Nutrition Worker

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This job is also posted in ESC Region 7 Consortium Job Board , and Tatum Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5863107

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 30, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

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.

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

Experience:

None

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Food Preparation and Serving

• Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested and uniform recipes.
• Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures, and 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 area.

Safety and Sanitation

• 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 promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.

Other

• Handle and record cashier functions accurately.
• Help record food requisitions and order necessary supplies.
• Maintain daily food preparation records.
• Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.
• Complete annual continuing education requirements.
• 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/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

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• Email: [e-mail]