Zapata County I.S.D. is hiring: Child Nutrition Worker in Zapata

Position: Child Nutrition Worker

Salary: Auxiliary

Pay Grade: 2

Minimum Salary: $18,586.00

Maximum Salary: $58,517.00

Minimum Duty Days: 190 Days

Start Date: 2025-2026 Workday Schedule

Primary Purpose

The primary purpose of this position is to prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. The child nutrition worker maintains high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices.

Minimum Requirements

• Ability to read and understand instructions for maintenance and safety procedures.
• Ability to read and understand recipe instructions.
• Ability to perform duties of the position under direct supervision.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and harmoniously with administrators and other staff.
• Ability to understand food preparation and safety instructions.
• Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production processes.
• Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations.
• Ability to work on a team.
• Treat all people with dignity and respect.

Deadline For Applying

November 11, 2025

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Administrative

Industry

Education Administration Programs