School Nutrition & Meal Prep Specialist

Abilene ISD; San Jacinto (CA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Abilene ISD is seeking a Student Nutrition staff member to prepare and serve food across district facilities. You will follow tested recipes, manage portions, and help with storage and sanitation. The role emphasizes teamwork and maintaining safety standards in a busy school nutrition environment.

The position is hourly, requires a high school diploma or GED (preferred) and a food handler certificate. Experience is not required, and the department supports collaborative, clean, and compliant

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred and food handlers certification.
• Understand food prep and safety instructions and how to operate kitchen tools.
• Basic arithmetic for recipes, portioning, and restocking.
• Ability to work in a team and follow district procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food according to planned menu of tested recipes.
• Serve food according to meal schedules and policies.
• Promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.
• Ensure safe storage and maintain a clean storage area.

Skills

Food prep & safety

Kitchen equipment use

Arithmetic basics

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalency Preferred

Food Handlers

Job description

Abilene ISD is seeking a Student Nutrition staff member to prepare and serve food across district facilities. You will follow tested recipes, manage portions, and help with storage and sanitation. The role emphasizes teamwork and maintaining safety standards in a busy school nutrition environment.

The position is hourly, requires a high school diploma or GED (preferred) and a food handler certificate. Experience is not required, and the department supports collaborative, clean, and compliant