Food Handler

Ser Ninos Charter School•Houston, TX

About The Position

Growing Charter School Systems is seeking FOOD HANDLER for our Elementary school program. Strong preference for bilingual (Spanish/English). Join our team as a Food Handler and enjoy the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your contributions are valued. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages Note: This job description is intended to provide an overview of the responsibilities and qualifications required for this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Minimum 2 years of experience in food prep, kitchen support, or food service preferred
Knowledge of kitchen equipment and safe food handling practices
Comfortable working around children and in a school setting
Able to follow verbal and written instructions accurately
Basic math skills and ability to use a computer
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Strong work ethic and a team-oriented attitude

Nice To Haves

Strong preference for bilingual (Spanish/English)

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve daily meals in compliance with state and federal guidelines
Maintain clean and sanitary kitchen and food prep areas
Receive and store food items properly, monitoring for freshness and temperature control
Assist in inventory tracking, restocking, and meal planning logistics
Inspect food and supplies to ensure safety and quality
Record leftovers, student balances, and meal counts for compliance reporting
Use standard kitchen equipment (oven, stove, microwave, freezer, etc.)
Maintain professional appearance and hygiene, including uniform, apron, and hairnet
Attend staff trainings, meetings, and support school-wide events as needed
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Food Service Director