School Nutrition Worker

Young World Physical Education; Mont Belvieu (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Mont Belvieu, Texas, is hiring a Full-Time Food Service Employee. The role involves preparing and serving food, maintaining sanitation, and ensuring safety practices. With required qualifications such as a High School Diploma and a Texas Food Handler’s Certificate, candidates should possess strong skills in teamwork and time management. They will handle food preparation and cashiering duties while adhering to all health and safety standards. The position entails standing for long periods and lifting weights up to 50 pounds. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Texas Food Handler’s Certificate required.
• 3 months of institutional or retail food service preparation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food according to a planned menu.
• Maintain proper storage and care of food items and supplies.
• Perform cashiering duties as assigned.
• Maintain sanitary work conditions to eliminate cross-contamination.
• Assist in maintaining adequate health requirements in the cafeteria.
• Promote teamwork and cooperation with coworkers.

Skills

Ability to work tactfully and pleasantly with people

Ability to read, write and understand verbal and written instructions

Demonstrate professional appearance and cleanliness in work habits

Ability to coordinate and produce work within allotted time

Ability to handle money efficiently and perform basic mathematical calculations

Positive attitude toward work and other school personnel

Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Ability to work in cold or below-zero environment for short periods

Ability to work in hot and humid environment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Texas Food Handler’s Certificate required

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Computers

Job description

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Job Description

Prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Maintain high standards in food production, sanitation, and safety practices. The food service employee is responsible for the efficient operation of his/her assigned area and must uphold the policies and standards of the School Nutrition Department.

Salary Range: Salary commensurate with related experience

Hours per Day: 6.5

Qualifications

Education/Certification: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Texas Food Handler’s Certificate required.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to work tactfully and pleasantly with people
• Ability to read, write and understand verbal and written instructions
• Demonstrate professional appearance and cleanliness in work habits
• Ability to coordinate and produce work within allotted time
• Ability to handle money efficiently and perform basic mathematical calculations
• Positive attitude toward work and other school personnel
• Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work in cold or below‑zero environment for short periods
• Ability to work in hot and humid environment

Experience: 3 months of institutional or retail food service preparation preferred.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Food Preparation and Serving

• Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested, uniform recipes.
• Maintain proper storage and care of food items and supplies.
• Perform cashiering duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate knowledge and follow care and use of equipment.
• Meet all scheduled meal times, portions, and serve the food per policy and procedures.

Safety and Sanitation

• Maintain sanitary work conditions to eliminate cross‑contamination.
• Perform cleaning tasks as assigned.
• Assist in maintaining adequate health requirements in the cafeteria that meet or exceed all local, state, and national regulations.
• Maintain proper temperature of all food items according to HACCP regulations and log them daily.
• Enforce standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
• Maintain professional appearance and hygiene.

Other Job Functions

• Promote teamwork and cooperation with coworkers and supervisors.
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters related to students and coworkers.
• Participate in meetings and training sessions as scheduled.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.

Equipment Used

Able to use all kitchen equipment and computers.

Working Conditions

Continual standing, walking, pushing and pulling; frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, and climbing ladders; frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds; exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures; maintains emotional control under stress.

Moderate to heavy exposure to hot and cold temperatures, steam and wet floors, and cleaning chemicals.

Position Type: Full‑Time