School Nutrition Cook & Kitchen Supervisor

Ysleta Independent School District; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Ysleta Independent School District in El Paso, TX is seeking a Food Service Cook responsible for preparing a variety of meals, inspecting and sanitizing equipment, and supervising helpers to maintain high standards of food quality and safety.

You will follow Texas Public School Nutrition Policy, manage meal prep timelines, and ensure proper handling and storage of food, while supporting district safety procedures and professional development as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; possess current Food Handler's Card or be able to obtain one within 30 days of employment with the district; three (3) years experience in food preparation in a food service setting or as a helper in Child Nutrition; supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve a variety of main dishes, vegetables, and baked goods, using recipes and standard commercial cooking equipment.
• Inspect, clean, and sanitize equipment and work area.
• Supervise Child Nutrition Helpers in proper equipment maintenance and storage.
• Ensure the quality and presentation of food items are according to the highest standard by tasting food to ensure palatability according to Texas Public School Nutrition Policy.
• Record amount of food prepared and left over; store or dispose of food properly.
• Instruct Helpers in safety and sanitation practices.
• Supervise and organize work of Helpers assigned to a section.
• Plan and perform advance preparations for meals as indicated on Food Production Worksheet.
• Plan cooking schedules to have food prepared on time; serve food at the optimum temperature for palatability and safety.

Skills

Read & write English

Oral & written directions

Organizational skills

Supervisory experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Ysleta Independent School District in El Paso, TX is seeking a Food Service Cook responsible for preparing a variety of meals, inspecting and sanitizing equipment, and supervising helpers to maintain high standards of food quality and safety.

You will follow Texas Public School Nutrition Policy, manage meal prep timelines, and ensure proper handling and storage of food, while supporting district safety procedures and professional development as required.