School Nutrition Cook: Fresh, Safe, Kid‑Friendly Meals

Hamshire-Fannett Middle School; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamshire-Fannett Middle School in Beaumont, Texas, is seeking a Child Nutrition Cook to prepare and serve meals in compliance with district, TDA, and USDA standards. The role supports daily kitchen operations, ensuring meals are safe, on schedule, and appealing to students and staff.

The position requires basic food safety training, the ability to follow recipes and production schedules, and the stamina to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Immediate start date with full-time hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Food handler certification or other food safety training as required by regulations.
• Ability to obtain required training within district timelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and portion food items according to recipes and serving sizes.
• Follow menus and meal production plans to meet serving times.
• Assist with breakfast, lunch, and other meals as assigned.
• Maintain appealing food presentation to encourage participation.
• Follow food safety, temperature, cooling, reheating, and holding rules.

Skills

Food prep

Recipe following

Teamwork

Record keeping

Efficient work

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Food handler certification

Job description

Hamshire-Fannett Middle School in Beaumont, Texas, is seeking a Child Nutrition Cook to prepare and serve meals in compliance with district, TDA, and USDA standards. The role supports daily kitchen operations, ensuring meals are safe, on schedule, and appealing to students and staff.

The position requires basic food safety training, the ability to follow recipes and production schedules, and the stamina to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Immediate start date with full-time hours.