School Nutrition Substitute: Quality Meals & Safe Prep

FOOD SERVICE DEPT; Victoria (TX); On-site; USD 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Victoria ISD FOOD SERVICE DEPT in Victoria, Texas is seeking a Substitute, Child Nutrition Specialist to prepare and serve meals according to menus while upholding safety and sanitation standards. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and a Food Handler’s Certification, with no prior experience required.

You will work with school kitchen staff, follow federal policies, manage basic arithmetic for portions, and ensure timely meal service and proper storage of items.

Qualifications

• Understanding of 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 arithmetic operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food per planned, standardized menu.
• Serve food per meal schedules and Federal policies.
• Promote portion control and proper use of equipment.
• Supervise storage and handling; keep storage clean and organized.
• Operate kitchen tools safely according to procedures.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
• Keep garbage areas neat and disposed of properly.
• Report unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Maintain professional appearance.

Skills

Food safety

Equipment operation

Food prep understanding

Arithmetic

Education

High School diploma or GED

Food Handler's Certification

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Victoria ISD FOOD SERVICE DEPT in Victoria, Texas is seeking a Substitute, Child Nutrition Specialist to prepare and serve meals according to menus while upholding safety and sanitation standards. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and a Food Handler’s Certification, with no prior experience required.

You will work with school kitchen staff, follow federal policies, manage basic arithmetic for portions, and ensure timely meal service and proper storage of items.