Child Nutrition Specialist - Floater

Child Nutrition Specialist - Floater Dripping Springs ISD DSISD Child Nutrition - Dripping Springs, Texas Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Dripping Springs ISD Job Details Starting Date: Immediately Job Description Job Title: Child Nutrition Specialist - Floater Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt Reports to: Child Nutrition Manager Pay Grade: CN – 1 Dept./School: Child Nutrition Date Revised: 09/14/2026

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Work under moderate supervision to prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices. Qualifications Education/Certification: None specified Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to understand written and verbal food preparation and safety instructions Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools Ability to perform basic math Ability to work as a member of a team Knowledge of personal computer for cashiering preferred Experience: None

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Food Preparation and Serving

1. Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested, uniform recipes.
2. Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures, and practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.
3. Store and handle food items and supplies safely and according to established procedures. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.

Safety and Sanitation

1. Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards, and follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
2. Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.
3. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
4. Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.

Other

1. Handle and record cashier functions accurately.
2. Help record food requisitions and order necessary supplies.
3. Maintain daily food preparation records.
4. Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.
5. Complete annual continuing education requirements.
6. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None. MENTAL DEMANDS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS Tools/Equipment Used: Standard large and small kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, deep-fat fryer, sharp cutting tools, stove, oven, dishwasher, and food/utility cart Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Continual walking; frequent climbing (ladder), grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching/overhead reaching Lifting: Frequent moderate lifting and carrying (15–44 pounds) Environment: Work inside in commercial kitchen environment; exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, extreme humidity, noise, vibration, microwaves, biological hazards (bacteria, mold, fungi), chemical hazards (fumes, vapors, gases), electrical hazards; work with hands in water; work around machinery with moving parts; work on slippery surfaces Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $18.41 to $25.43 Per Hour Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Tanya Olvera , Supervisor DSISD Child Nutrition Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Dripping Springs ISD