Cook/Cashier

Terrell I.S.D. Job Description Terrell Independent School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer No person shall, on the basis of national origin, race, gender, creed, religion, age, or handicap, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefit of, or subjected to discrimination in employment, or recruitment consideration, or selection for full or part-time professional positions in the Terrell Independent School District. In accordance with Terrell ISD Board Policy DC (LOCAL) the following position is posted: Job Title: Cook/Cashier Work Days: 171 Reports to: Director of School Nutrition/Principal/ Pay Grade: According to TISD Salary Schedule Cafeteria Manager Start Date: 2026-2027 School Year Dept./School: Campus Assigned Contact Person: Jasmine Castaneda Human Resources Specialist

Primary Purpose: Ensure that appropriate quantities of food are prepared and served. Meet time constraints. Cashier when needed. Education: Sufficient education and/or work experience to be able to handle the responsibilities of this job. Special Knowledge: A School Nutrition employee should have; Ability to follow directions and carry out assignments in allotted time Ability to get along with other workers Ability to maintain clean, personal work habits Ability to be well groomed at all times Ability to organize inventory and order needed supplies Ability to read food thermometers Dependable, reliable, prompt, cooperative Ability to run registers- during meal times Basic math Experience: Preferably food service cook/ cook cashier experience Job Goals: To assist in the production of nutritious, appetizing, excellent quality meals with which to improve and/or maintain the health of school children. Assignment or Reassignment: School nutrition personnel are subject to assignment or reassignment by the Director of School Nutrition when the School Nutrition Director determines that the assignment or reassignment is in the best interest of the District. Job Descriptions and Major Responsibilities:

1. Prepares and serves food according to established procedures and methods.
2. Utilizes standardized recipes and procedures.
3. Demonstrates good personal appearance and cleanliness in work habits.
4. Demonstrates willingness to work where needed and to assist others when assigned jobs are completed.
5. Performs any and all clean-up chores as assigned by Manager, Asst. Manager.
6. Take HACCP temperatures and record on records.
7. Attend in-service, workshops, conferences, etc. in order to keep current with new techniques and operations.
8. Maintain friendly customer service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers.
9. Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school/department are met.
10. Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communications (i.e., email, written, and verbal)
11. Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned Policies, Reports and Law: Cook/Cook Cashiers must apply the OSHA rules of safety and TDH- HACCP sanitation regulations to insure care in food handling, safety in work and reduction of accidents. Equipment Used: Large and small kitchen equipment to include microwave, electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, sharp cutting tools, convection and combi ovens, dishwasher and food/utility carts. Inventory and Equipment: Organize grocery inventory and supplies. Cooks need to check inventory and give manager a list of all you need for next seven days. Responsible for the proper use and care of equipment. Working Conditions: Mental Conditions/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, walking, pushing, and pulling; moderate lifting and carrying; stooping, bending and kneeling; limited exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures. Daily in-person attendance is an essential function for this position The 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. Application Procedures District Employees:
12. Complete an internal application online at https://www.applitrack.com/terrellisd/onlineapp/ a. You may attach an updated resume b. You may attach a letter of interest addressing how your background and experience relate to the position's responsibilities and qualifications
13. Other credentials as applicable Outside Applicants:
14. Online Application https://www.applitrack.com/terrellisd/onlineapp a. You may attach a resume and a letter of interest addressing how your background and experience relate to the position's responsibilities and qualifications b. Other credentials as applicable
15. Official transcript(s) will be requested after a recommendation for hire is received Terrell ISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:

Melissa Nichols; Executive Director of Human Resources 700 North Catherine Street Terrell, Texas 75160 Office Number: 972-563-7504 Email: melissa.nichols@terrellisd.org