Student-Centered School Kitchen Specialist

IDEA Public Schools; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Family Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employer-Paid Mental Health Support

Dental Plan

Job summary

IDEA Public Schools is seeking a Food Service Specialist in Odessa, Texas to prepare, portion, and serve meals to students. You will follow recipes, monitor meal periods, and maintain kitchen sanitation.

The role includes cleaning duties and compliance with safety standards, contributing to a productive school dining environment. The position offers hourly compensation with a potential bonus based on team performance.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma Prefered but Not Required.
• Experience: 1+ years of relevant food service work.
• License: Food Handler’s Permit (City/County) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, portion, and serve meals to IDEA students.
• Cut/chop fruits & vegetables and follow recipes.
• Adhere to kitchen processes and safety/sanitation guidelines.
• Monitor students during meal periods and maintain order in the dining area.
• Perform kitchen cleaning duties and equipment care.

Skills

Recipe understanding

Sanitation practices

Kitchen equipment operation

Basic math

Team player

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma Preferred

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

IDEA Public Schools is seeking a Food Service Specialist in Odessa, Texas to prepare, portion, and serve meals to students. You will follow recipes, monitor meal periods, and maintain kitchen sanitation.

The role includes cleaning duties and compliance with safety standards, contributing to a productive school dining environment. The position offers hourly compensation with a potential bonus based on team performance.