CACFP Food Service Assistant- Dinner Program

RYSS Texas Public Schools; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

RYSS Academy at Pasadena, part of RYSS Texas Public Schools, is seeking a CACFP Food Service Assistant for the dinner program to support after-school meals. You will help prepare, serve, document, and clean up meals for students, ensuring safety and compliance with CACFP standards.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED (preferred) and experience in school nutrition or food service. This role is part-time with afternoon hours and a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in school nutrition or food service preferred.
• Experience in a school or youth program setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing meals for dinner program.
• Serve meals and document meal counts.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in food service area.
• Ensure CACFP program requirements are followed.

Skills

Written instructions

Meal counts

Food safety

Teamwork

Independence

Attention to cleanliness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

CACFP Food Service Assistant- Dinner Program

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Job Details

Job ID: 5904087
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 26, 2026 7:01 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Job Title: CACFP Food Service Assistant- Dinner Program

Reports To: Director of Food Services
Organization: Tejano Center
Division: RYSS Texas Public Schools

POSITION SUMMARY

The CACFP Food Service Assistant supports the daily operation of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) dinner program. This position assists with preparing, serving, documenting, and cleaning up meals provided to students participating in after-school programming.

The Food Service Assistant helps ensure meals are served safely, efficiently, and in accordance with CACFP requirements, food safety standards, and organizational procedures.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Experience

• Previous food service, school nutrition, cafeteria, childcare, or related experience preferred.
• Experience working in a school or youth program setting is preferred but not required.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to maintain accurate meal counts and basic program documentation.
• Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation practices or willingness to learn.
• Ability to work effectively with students, staff, and team members.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, organization, and accuracy.
• Ability to maintain a professional and positive attitude

Work Calendar Status: 10 Months (195 Days)
Salary: MIN: $14/hrly MID:$14.96/hrly MAX: $16/hrly

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Emp Employment Status: Part-Time, 10:30AM-4:30PM

Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Food Service

Contact Information

• Juan J Santos , Executive Director of Human Talent
• 2950 Broadway St.
• Houston, Texas 77017
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]