CN Food Preparation Specialist 2026-27 School Year

180 Days per year$15.25/Hrly(Based on the 2025-2026 salary scale)JOB TITLE/DEPARTMENT: Food Preparation SpecialistChild Nutrition DepartmentREPORTS TO: Child Nutrition ManagerArea SupervisorChild Nutrition DirectorWAGE/HOUR STATUS: Non exemptPAY GRADE: CN1PRIMARY PURPOSEThe primary purpose of the Food Preparation Specialist is to prepare and serve high-quality, safe food to students and staff with excellent customer service. Maintain high standards of food quality, sanitation, and safety practices.All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, championing the needs of our students and drive continuous improvement.QUALIFICATIONS:Required:Certified by the Child Nutrition Department in safety and sanitationPreferred:1 year Food Service experienceSPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:Understand/perform basic math operationsUnderstand verbal and written instructions in EnglishAble to communicate in EnglishMAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:Preparation of Food and Service AreaFollow standardized recipes accuratelyFollow all established safety and sanitation proceduresPrepare a variety of food including main entrees, vegetables, salads, sandwiches, and bread/dessertsPerform a variety of functions which may include: baking, frying, serving line set-up, providing backup to serving lines, cashiering, and cleanupCustomer service during meal timesServe menu items, controlling portions to planned amountsDisplay a positive attitude using appropriate language and facial expressionsEncourage students to develop good nutritional habitsAbility to identify reimbursable mealsAbility to operate a cash register and make changeType of Equipment Used:Large and small kitchen equipment and tools include, but is not limited to, the following: electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, deep-fat fryer, sharp cutting tools, ovens, dishwasher, and food and utility cartsPersonal Protective Equipment:Safety equipment includes, but is not limited to, the following: rubber gloves, oven mitts and gloves, cutting gloves, goggles, cloth apron, vinyl apron, plastic serving gloves, back support belt or any other safety equipment required by the Child Nutrition DepartmentPhysical Demands:Required use of chemical cleaning supplies dailyWork well alone or with othersContinual walking, pushing, and pulling; frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, and climbing (ladder), moderate lifting and carrying; moderate exposure to extreme hot and cold temperaturesMust have corrected 20/20 vision, good depth perception, and the ability to distinguish between colorsMust be able to lift 25 poundsMust be able to operate institutional food service equipmentMust be able to bend at the knees and waistMust be able to carry 18" x 26" x 2" pans unassistedMust be able to move easily from one area in the Spring ISD kitchen to anotherMust be able to stand or walk for long periods of timeMust be able to twist at the waist and use two arms and hands in a sweeping motionMust be able to reach over your headMust be able to work in a variable environment, which includes high humidity and hot and cold temperaturesWORKING CONDITIONS:Required use of chemical cleaning supplies dailyWork well alone or with othersContinual walking, pushing, and pulling; frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, and climbing (ladder), moderate lifting and carrying; moderate exposure to extreme hot and cold temperaturesMust have corrected 20/20 vision, good depth perception, and the ability to distinguish between colorsMust be able to lift 25 poundsMust be able to operate institutional food service equipmentMust be able to bend at the knees and waistMust be able to carry 18" x 26" x 2" pans unassistedMust be able to move easily from one area in the Spring ISD kitchen to anotherMust be able to stand or walk for long periods of timeMust be able to twist at the waist and use two arms and hands in a sweeping motionMust be able to reach over your headMust be able to work in a variable environment, which includes high humidity and hot and cold temperaturesThe foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.