Food Service Assistant I

Tejano Center; Missouri; On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The Food Service Assistant I at Tejano Center supports the daily preparation, service, and cleanup of school meals. You will set up serving areas, serve meals to students and staff, and help with receiving and storing food and supplies while keeping kitchen areas clean and safe.

Must follow food safety procedures and complete annual training. Previous food service experience is preferred but not required; a food handler certification is required.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and understand basic instructions.
• Basic knowledge of food handling and sanitation procedures.
• Ability to safely operate standard kitchen equipment and utensils.

Responsibilities

• The Food Service Assistant I supports daily preparation, service, and cleanup of school meals, sets up serving areas and serves meals to students and staff, and receives and stores food and supplies.
• Maintains kitchen and food service areas in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition following health and safety procedures.
• Follows all applicable food safety, sanitation, health, and organizational procedures while providing courteous service.

Skills

Food safety

Cleanliness and sanitation

Reading and writing

Customer service

Teamwork

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