School Cafeteria Food Service Specialist

Connally Independent School District; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Connally Independent School District in Waco, Texas, invites applications for a Cafeteria Worker in the Connally Food Service department. The role supports food preparation and serving to meet planned menus while maintaining sanitation, safety, and quality standards.

You will operate and maintain kitchen equipment, record basic food preparation data, and collaborate with staff to ensure smooth meal service and adherence to district policies.

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.
• 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 daily food preparation records.
• Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.
• Complete annual continuing education requirements.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Skills

Written and verbal instructions

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Operate kitchen equipment

Basic math

Tools

Electric slicer

Mixer

Deep-fat fryer

Stove

Oven

Job description

Connally Independent School District in Waco, Texas, invites applications for a Cafeteria Worker in the Connally Food Service department. The role supports food preparation and serving to meet planned menus while maintaining sanitation, safety, and quality standards.

You will operate and maintain kitchen equipment, record basic food preparation data, and collaborate with staff to ensure smooth meal service and adherence to district policies.