Food Service Assistant II

Young World Physical Education; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization is seeking a Child Nutrition Assistant II to assist in food service operations. The role includes preparing food service facilities, serving food to students, maintaining cleanliness, and collaborating with the head cook. Candidates should have basic reading and writing skills, as well as the ability to follow instructions and adhere to sanitation practices. The position requires standing, lifting, and effective communication. Interested applicants may apply online or in person, attaching a resume and letter of interest.

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain cleanliness of food service facilities.
• Experience in cashiering and food service activities.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food service facilities for serving food.
• Collect payments and maintain meal database as cashier.
• Ensure cleanliness in work and serving areas.

Skills

Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Sanitation practices related to food handling

Interpersonal skills

Proper lifting techniques

Education

Basic Reading and Writing

Tools

Standard kitchen equipment

Job description

Child Nutrition Assistant II

Job ID: 5653891

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 17, 2026 7:01 PM (UTC)

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Child Nutrition Assistant II WORKING LENGTH: 10M PAY GRADE: FLSA EXEMPTION STATUS: NE POSITION LOCATION: STATUS: Full Time JOB FAMILY: Facility Services

JOB SUMMARY

Perform routine food service activities related to setting up serving areas and serving food to students and staff; performs all duties of Food Service Assistant I and will perform duties of Food Service Assistant II. FSA II also responsible for maintaining cleanliness of food service facilities. As FS II, includes driving, cashier and assisting head cook.

EDUCATION

Basic Reading and Writing

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Standard kitchen equipment, utensils and measurements.
• Basic math and cashiering skills.
• Sanitation practices related to handling and serving food.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Proper lifting techniques.

ABILITY TO:

• Serve food in accordance with TDEA, health and sanitation regulations.
• Learn and follow health and sanitation requirements.
• Maintain food service equipment and areas in a clean and sanitary condition.
• Learn and apply policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Work cooperatively with others. • Lift heavy objects.

Have the ability to work well with people and have a good relationship with customers.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Prepare food service facilities for the serving of food; count and set out an appropriate number of food trays; prepare the steam table for serving hot meals.
2. Cashiers are responsible for collecting payment, preparing documentation for various reports, maintaining free and reduced meal database, and submitting funds according to established procedures.
3. Maintain work areas and serving areas in a clean, sanitary and safe condition; wash and clean counters and steam tables; wash and store pots, pans, trays and kitchen equipment.
4. Heat, portion and serve food to students and staff according to established procedures.
5. Drivers are responsible for maintaining a clean and valid driver's license; driving report i.e. license number must be submitted to HR. Delivery to all locations; policies and designated areas for delivery must be adhered to.
6. Maintain confidentiality of students and self.
7. Assist head cook in all aspects from meal preparations to cooking.
8. Operate a variety of standard kitchen equipment such as a cash register, dishwasher, and ovens; report faulty equipment as necessary.
9. Complete and update required annual training including food handler certification.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking.

Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing.

Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.

Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching.

Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull medium weights, up to 50 pounds.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Apply Online/In Person. Please attach Resume and Letter of Interest.

Position Type

Full-time

Job Requirements

Contact Information

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