P/T Child Nutrition Worker

Child Nutrition; Tatum (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Child Nutrition in Tatum, Texas is seeking a part-time kitchen worker to assist in preparing and serving meals in a school cafeteria. This role supports portion control, safe food handling, and timely meal service in a busy kitchen environment.

Responsibilities include maintaining sanitary conditions, operating standard kitchen equipment, recording daily prep, and collaborating with staff to meet nutrition standards and district policies.

Qualifications

• This position requires following safety and sanitation guidelines in a school kitchen.
• Ability to read and understand written safety and food prep instructions.
• Basic math for portioning and recipe conversion is needed.
• Work under supervision in a fast-paced prep/serving environment.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation and Serving: Prepare quality food per planned recipes and serve per schedule.
• Portion control and use of leftovers in accordance with policies.
• Store and handle items safely and maintain a clean storage area.
• Safety and Sanitation: Operate equipment following safety standards; maintain cleanliness and health practices.
• Keep trash areas neat and sanitary; report unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Maintain personal appearance and hygiene as required by district policy.
• Follow district safety procedures and emergency protocols.
• Complete annual continuing education requirements.
• Other: Handle cashier functions; record requisitions and supplies; maintain daily prep records; promote teamwork.
• Record food orders and supplies; manage daily tasks and documentation.
• Assist with inventory and kitchen organization; support staff accordingly.
• Encourage cooperation among staff; communicate clearly with team.
• Adhere to district protocols and safety rules at all times.

Skills

Safety procedures

Food prep

Kitchen equipment

Basic math

Tools

Electric slicer

Mixer

Pressure steamer

Deep-fat fryer

Stove

Oven

Dishwasher

Food/utility cart

Job description

P/T Child Nutrition Worker

Tatum ISD Child Nutrition - Tatum, Texas Open in Google Maps

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5953405

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

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

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Part-Time

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

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• email: [e-mail]