Food Service Assistant

001 Manor High School; Manor (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Manor Independent School District 001 Manor High School in Manor, Texas is seeking a Food Service Assistant to prepare and serve meals, help with cleanup, and support daily lunch operations.

Wear the required uniform, follow safety and sanitation rules, and work collaboratively with kitchen staff. The position offers hourly pay between $17.05 and $24.53 and requires readiness to start immediately.

Qualifications

• Must assist in food preparation and serving according to menu.
• Follows procedures to maintain cleanliness and safety.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation, serving and cleanup.
• Maintain serving schedules and serve items per policy.
• Ensure food safety and high quality per standards.
• Ensure safe storage of food items.
• Uphold cleanliness, health, and safety codes.
• Support a safe work environment and teamwork.

Skills

Food safety instructions

Operate kitchen equipment

Food production procedures

Basic arithmetic

Job description

Food Service Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5953541 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Oct 07, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose: Prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and security practices.

Education/Certification: None Specified

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to understand food preparation and safety instructions
• Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations

Experience: None

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist in food preparation, serving and cleanup.
• Assist and maintain all serving schedules and serve all food items according to menu specifications defined by departmental policies and procedures.
• Monitor to ensure that food is produced safely and is of high quality according to policies, procedures, and department requirements.
• Monitor the safe storage of food items and ensure they are stored in a safe and hazard-free environment.
• Monitor and enforce standards of cleanliness, health, and safety following health and safety codes and regulations.
• Assist in the maintenance of a safe work environment.
• Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards.
• Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
• Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.
• Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.
• Be able to learn and perform cash register procedures.
• Must wear assigned uniform, slip-resistant shoes, and hairnet.
• Report to work in a timely manner according to assigned schedule.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other administrator that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position.

Professional Conduct:

• Maintain professional interactions with staff, parents, community and visitors.
• Demonstrate the ability to remain calm and withstand pressures.
• Demonstrate flexibility to change in routine and adapt quickly to changing situations.
• Demonstrates respect, courteous to peers and visitors and assists fellow workers willingly.
• Demonstrates principles of the Manor ISD People Experience.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Equipment Used: Large and small kitchen equipment to include electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, deep-fat fryer, sharp cutting tools, ovens, dishwashers, and food and utility carts

Working Conditions: The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress Work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands: Lifting (45 pounds and over) Carrying (45 pounds and over) Sitting Standing Bending/Stooping Kneeling Pushing/Pulling Repetitive hand motions Keyboarding/mouse Speaking clearly Hearing

Environmental Factors: Work inside/outside Work around machinery with moving parts Exposure to electrical hazards Exposure to temperature extremes Exposure to humidity extremes Exposure to biological hazards Exposure to chemical hazards Work on slippery surfaces Work prolonged or irregular hours

Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $17.05 to $24.53 Per Hour

Contact Information

• Ryan Cengel , Director of Food and Nutrition
• Food & Nutrition
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]