Culinary Trainer — Child Nutrition & Food Safety

Frisco ISD; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Frisco ISD seeks a skilled trainer and coach for its Child Nutrition team. You will train cooks on food production, safety, HACCP compliance, and ServSafe standards, delivering on-site sessions and ongoing coaching to improve quality and consistency.

Responsibilities include developing training materials, conducting Food Handler and Kitchen Basics modules, and providing feedback to staff and supervisors. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current ServSafe Manager Certification or approved alternative.
• Certified ServSafe Instructor and/or Registered ServSafe Proctor, or the ability/willingness to obtain.
• Demonstrated ability to perform all food production tasks at an expert level.
• Comprehensive understanding of ServSafe and HACCP policies.
• Ability to adjust coaching pace to learners and apply adult learning principles.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to train and present to groups up to 50 people.
• Ability to influence others without formal authority.
• Proficient with kitchen equipment maintenance; able to develop/test recipes; basic math.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and internet usage.
• Experience: Previous customer service; 3 years in food service; training experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote participation in Frisco ISD Child Nutrition Programs by developing cafe employees' culinary skills.
• Support CNP efforts to produce high-quality products across locations.
• Prepare and facilitate Food Handler, Kitchen Basics, and Frisco ISD Food Safety Program training for new cooks.
• Periodically assist in ServSafe Manager Certification training.
• Provide on-the-job training and coaching for new and existing staff.
• Monitor cooking methods and portion sizes against standardized recipes.
• Provide timely feedback to employees and supervisors on observed behaviors.
• Collaborate with CNP coordinators to develop training materials.
• Assist with implementing new concepts, testing standardized recipes, and training on new recipes.
• Train all cafe staff in preparation of new recipes; provide on-site equipment training as needed.
• Communicate equipment operating procedures with Operations and Maintenance.
• Document feedback to Operations Management on findings, issues, and training performed.
• Assist in preparing meals for district catering events and with cafeteria operations as needed.
• Ensure compliance with Frisco ISD and Child Nutrition Program handbooks and SOPs.

Skills

Coaching

Adult learning

Communication skills

Training delivery

On-the-job training

Time management

Adaptability

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

ServSafe Manager Certification

ServSafe Instructor/Proctor certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Frisco ISD seeks a skilled trainer and coach for its Child Nutrition team. You will train cooks on food production, safety, HACCP compliance, and ServSafe standards, delivering on-site sessions and ongoing coaching to improve quality and consistency.

Responsibilities include developing training materials, conducting Food Handler and Kitchen Basics modules, and providing feedback to staff and supervisors. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.