Cafeteria Substitute

Young World Physical Education; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Texas is seeking a Cafeteria Substitute to prepare and serve food while maintaining high standards of quality, sanitation, and safety. The ideal candidate will have ability to understand food preparation instructions and operate kitchen equipment. This position requires teamwork and adherence to safety protocols within a commercial kitchen environment. Full-time work with exposure to various hazards including extreme temperatures and kitchen tools.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand written and verbal food preparation and safety instructions.
• Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment.
• No specific education required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food according to planned menu.
• Serve food following meal schedules and portion control.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in the kitchen.

Skills

Understanding food preparation and safety instructions

Knowledge of kitchen equipment

Basic math ability

Tools

Electric slicer

Mixer

Deep-fat fryer

Job description

Cafeteria Substitute

Connally Independent School District Connally ISD - Waco, Texas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in ESC Region 12

Job Details

Job ID: 4876708

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Sep 13, 2025 7:00 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Work under moderate supervision to 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: None speci?ed

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to understand written and verbal 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 math

Experience: None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Food Preparation and Serving

• Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested and uniform recipes.
• Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures, and practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.
• Store and handle food items and supplies safely and according to established procedures. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.

Safety and Sanitation

• Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards, and follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
• Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.

Other

• Handle and record cashier functions accurately.
• Help record food requisitions and order necessary supplies.
• Maintain daily food preparation records.
• Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow sta? members.
• Complete annual continuing education requirements.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Alternative methods of performing duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard large and small kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, deep-fat fryer, sharp cutting tools, stove, oven, dishwasher, and food/utility cart

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stoop, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Continual walking; frequent climbing (ladder), grasping/squeezing, wrist ?exion/extension, reaching/overhead reaching

Lifting: Frequent moderate lifting and carrying (15–44 pounds)

Environment: Work inside in commercial kitchen environment; exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, extreme humidity, noise, vibration, microwaves, biological hazards (bacteria, mold, fungi), chemical hazards (fumes, vapors, gases), electrical hazards; work with hands in water; work around machinery with moving parts; work on slippery surfaces

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Substitute > Substitute, Support Staff > Food Service

Contact Information

• Keith Hannah , Chief Executive Human Resource Officer
• 200 Cadet Way
• Waco, Texas 76705
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]