Child Nutrition Cook at Ysleta Independent School District

Ysleta Independent School District · El Paso, United States Of America · Onsite

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Child Nutrition Cook

JobID: 3878

Position Type:
Ancillary/Child Nutrition

Date Posted:
9/3/2025

Location:
YSLETA PRE K CENTER

Closing Date:
09/08/2025

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Summary

Responsible for food preparation, inspection of kitchen equipment, safety and sanitation practices. Supervision of Helpers. Adhere to federal and state laws as well as, district policies, procedures and regulations.

Essential Functions

Prepare and serve a variety of main dishes, vegetables, and baked goods, using recipes and standard commercial cooking equipment.
Inspect, clean, and sanitize equipment and work area.
Supervise Child Nutrition Helpers in proper equipment maintenance and storage.
Ensures the quality and presentation of food items are according to the highest standard, by tasting food to ensure palatability according to Texas Public School Nutrition Policy.
Record amount of food prepared and left over; store or dispose of food properly.
Instruct Helpers in safety and sanitation practices.
Supervise and organize work of Helpers assigned to a section.
Plan and perform advance preparations for meals as indicated on Food Production Worksheet (take meat to thaw, etc).
Plan cooking schedules to have food prepared on time; serve food at the optimum temperature for palatability and safety.
Ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions.
Attendance at the work site is required to meet essential functions of the job.

Other Responsibilities

1. Participate in professional development activities as required by district, state, and federal policies.
2.   Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties; support district/department goals.
3.   Maintain a professional code of ethics and perform other duties as assigned.
4. Complete annual continuing education requirements.

Qualifications

High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED);possess current Food Handler’s Card or be able to obtain one within 30 days of employment with the District; one (1) year experience in food preparation in a food service setting or as a helper in Child Nutrition; supervisory experience, preferred. Ability to read write and follow oral and written directions in English, possess strong organizational skills. Valid Texas/New Mexico driver’s license/ID card; subject to the district’s drug and alcohol screening policy and regulation; must be insurable by the district's auto liability insurance carrier.

Mental/Physical Demands

Have the ability to handle multiple tasks while working under pressure. Maintain emotional control under stress and frequent interruptions. Continual standing and walking; must be able to lift, carry, push and/or pull up to 50 pounds; frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling and climbing (ladder); moderate exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures. Equipment used: large and small cafeteria equipment and tools, including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, deep fat fryer, sharp cutting tools, ovens, dishwasher, and food utility carts.

Ancillary Level 102
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Required Documents:
The following are the required documents that must be submitted in order to be considered for an interview. You may attach the documents to your application or bring them into the YISD Central Office located at 9600 Sims Dr., El Paso, TX 79925. For more information, please contact the HR Department at 915-434-0428.

Valid Texas/New Mexico driver’s license/ID card
High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

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