Food Service Assistant I

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

Job summary

RYSS Texas Public Schools at Broadway in Houston seeks a Food Service Assistant I to support daily meal prep, serving, and kitchen upkeep. You will help set up serving areas, serve meals, and maintain safe, clean food service spaces for students and staff.

Qualifications include basic reading/writing skills and a food handler certification. Prior food service experience is helpful but not required; training will be provided. This is a full-time, 10-month position with hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Basic food safety and sanitation knowledge.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Will obtain/maintain required food handler certification and training.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily preparation, service, and cleanup of school meals.
• Set up serving areas and serve meals to students and staff.
• Receive and store food and supplies; maintain clean, sanitary kitchen areas.

Skills

Food safety

Sanitation

Customer service

Reading/writing

Teamwork

Basic math

Safety procedures

Lifting

Education

Food handler certification

Job description

Food Service Assistant I

RYSS Texas Public Schools RYSS Primary School at Broadway - Houston, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5917987

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 08, 2026 7:01 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Job Title: FOOD SERVICE ASSISTANT I

Reports To: Director of Food Services

Organization: Tejano Center

Division: RYSS Texas Public Schools

Location: Assigned Campus/Location

POSITION SUMMARY

The Food Service Assistant I supports the daily preparation, service, and cleanup of school meals. This position assists with setting up serving areas, serving meals for students and staff, receiving and storing food and supplies, and maintaining kitchen and food service areas in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition.

The Food Service Assistant I is expected to follow all applicable food safety, sanitation, health, and organizational procedures while providing courteous service to students, staff, and visitors.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and understand basic instructions.
• Previous food service, cafeteria, restaurant, or kitchen experience preferred but not required.
• Must obtain and maintain required food handler certification and complete all required annual training.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation, serving procedures, and sanitation practices.
• Ability to safely operate standard kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate food temperatures and follow proper food storage procedures.
• Ability to learn and follow health, safety, sanitation, and food service requirements.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively and professionally with students, staff, and coworkers.
• Ability to meet established schedules and timelines.
• Knowledge of proper lifting and workplace safety techniques

PLEASE OPEN ATTACHMENT FOR COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION DUTIES

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: Full-Time

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]