Child Nutrition General Worker - District Wide - 2025-2026

Judson Indep School District•Live Oak, TX

11d

About The Position

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Assist with food preparation, serves appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements, and maintains high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED preferred
Food Handlers Certificate required (certificate to be obtained within 7 days of employment)
Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check
Ability to understand food preparation, cleaning, and safety procedures
Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures
Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment, tools and cleaning equipment
Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations
Ability to understand instructions and communicate in basic English
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating maintenance instructions, recipes, and procedure manuals
Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies
Ability to perform manual skills necessary for food service work

Nice To Haves

Experience in food service work, preferred

Responsibilities

Assist in preparing food according to a planned menu of tested, uniform recipes
Prepare and serve food as directed by kitchen work schedule
Prepare snack food items as directed by kitchen work schedule
Rotate into all positions (meat, vegetable, salads, pastry, cash register, etc.) as required by kitchen work schedule
Help serve food according to production sheet and manager instructions and in accordance with meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures
Assist with cleaning kitchen and food preparation area after meals have been served
Follow and comply with safety and sanitation rules and regulations
Store and handle food items, and supplies safely and in accordance with established procedures
Keep kitchen and cafeteria areas clean and sanitary, as assigned
Wash pots and pans, operate dishwasher, clean equipment, clean work surfaces, sweep and mop
Maintain a clean and organized storage area and garbage collection area
Moves tables, chairs and kitchen equipment for cleaning purposes, as required
Report any unsafe conditions in a timely to your immediate supervisor to ensure a safe working environment for all personnel
Work cooperatively with all personnel and students
Perform other duties as assigned, based on department needs
Must complete designated district technology proficiencies each year
Requires a basic knowledge of technology/computer skills
Ability to use a personal computer to access district programs, emails, and other resources
Maintain a consistent professional demeanor and appearance
Ensure compliance with the Texas Educator’s Code of Ethics
Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job