FOOD SERVICE HELPER

Wayne Central School District; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Central School District is seeking a Food Service Helper to join the school cafeteria team. This position handles dishwashing, food preparation and basic kitchen tasks, supporting cooks and service staff during meal periods.

Shifts vary with a chance to help in line serving and cashier duties as required. The role requires a friendly demeanor, ability to follow directions, and attention to sanitation standards in a school setting.

Qualifications

• Friendly and cooperative attitude toward students, staff and co-workers.
• Working knowledge of the proper methods of preparing and serving food.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.

Responsibilities

• Washes dishes and pots by hand or machine; keeps kitchen clean and organized.
• Assists in preparing vegetables, fruits, salads and desserts.
• Operates kitchen appliances and equipment as directed; assists in stocking inventory and maintaining records.
• Acts in the capacity of a line server, grill cook, or cashier as needed.
• Performs other duties assigned by the cook manager or food service supervisor.

Skills

Friendly demeanor

Basic food prep

Follow directions

Job description

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Food Service Helper
• Date Posted: 8/4/2026
• Location: High School
• Date Available: 08/24/2026
• Closing Date: 08/18/2026

Probationary Appointment

Work Schedule: (Shifts vary)

9:15am - 1:15pm

9:45am – 1:15pm

10:00am - 1:15pm

Description of Duties:

Washes dishes, pots and pans by hand or machine. Cleans, washes, and otherwise prepares vegetables and fruit for cooking. Assists in preparation of salads and desserts. Sweeps, mops, and cleans kitchen. Assumes cooking duties with attention to minimize waste of food and other products. Prepares a variety of written reports. Assists in stocking inventory and in maintaining inventory records. Operates kitchen appliances and other small equipment. Acts in the capacity of a line server. Acts in the capacity of a grill cook. Acts in the capacity of a cashier. Performs other duties as assigned by the cook manager or food service supervisor.

Qualifications:

Friendly and cooperative attitude toward students, staff and co-workers. Working knowledge of the proper methods of preparing and serving food. Working knowledge of current sanitization codes, requirements and HACCP methods. Ability to follow oral and written directions. Neat and clean in appearance. Moderate lifting.