Child Nutrition Specialist

About the Job Pay Grade 1 Minimum starting salary $15.15 / hr. at 6.5 hours a day 174 Calendar Reports to: Child Nutrition Manager Primary Purpose: 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:High school diploma or GED preferred. Proficient in English language. Mandatory trainings are required as determined by Aledo ISD. Special Knowledge/Skills:Ability to understand 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 arithmetic operations. Experience:None Major Responsibilities and Duties:Food Preparation and Serving:Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested, uniform recipes. Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures. Practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers. Supervise storage and handling of food items and supplies. Maintain a clean and organized storage area. Safety and Sanitation:Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards. Follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately. Maintain personal appearance and hygiene. Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members. Complete assignments in timely, economic, and efficient manner. Adhere to professional conduct at all times. Report injuries to supervisor. Other:Handle and record cashier functions accurately. Help record food requisitions and orders necessary supplies. Maintain daily food preparation records. Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members. Supervisory Responsibilities: None. Equipment Used:Large and small kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, sharp cutting tools, oven, dishwasher, and food and utility cart. Working Conditions: Mental Demands/ Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Continual standing, walking, pushing, and pulling; frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, and climbing (ladder), moderate lifting and carrying; moderate exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, maintaining emotional control under stress. 2025-2026 starting salary $15.15 an hour - additional hourly rate will be determined for any related work experience. Hours range from 4-6.5 hrs a day, 5 days a week About the Company Aledo Independent School District is a K-12 public school district, located in Parker and Tarrant Counties. AISD is a fast-growth district and one of the top-rated public school districts in Texas with more than 6,500 students and 850 employees.The district has six elementary schools along with an intermediate, middle, 9th-grade campus, high school, and a learning center. The newest campus in the district is Annetta Elementary, which opened at the start of the 2021-2022 school year.

Created: 2026-03-04