Food Service Substitute

District Wide; Freer (TX); On-site; USD 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Freer Independent School District District Wide - Freer, Texas seeks a Food Service Substitute to assist in the Child Nutrition department. Reports to Cafeteria Manager and starts immediately; duties include food prep, serving, and record-keeping.

Candidate will work in a school kitchen, follow safety protocols, operate equipment, and support daily operations as needed. This role requires teamwork and adherence to district policies.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand written and verbal food preparation and safety instructions
• Basic math skills are required
• No formal education certification specified

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food according to planned menu of tested recipes
• Serve food according to meal schedules and promote portion control
• Store and handle food items safely and maintain clean storage areas
• Operate kitchen tools and equipment following safety standards
• Record cashier functions accurately
• Record food requisitions and order necessary supplies
• Maintain daily food preparation records
• Promote teamwork with staff and follow safety procedures

Skills

Safety procedures

Food prep

Kitchen equipment

Math skills

Cashier

Tools

Electric slicer

Mixer

Pressure steamer

Deep-fat fryer

Dishwasher

Job description

Food Service Substitute

Freer Independent School District District Wide - Freer, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 4887744

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jan 06, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Child Nutrition Substitute Exemption Status/Test:

Reports to: Cafeteria Manager

Dept./School: Child Nutrition

Primary Purpose

Work under moderate supervision to prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

None specified

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to understand written and verbal food preparation and safety instructions

Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures

Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools

Ability to perform basic math

Experience:

None

Food Preparation and Serving

• Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested and uniform recipes.
• Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures, and practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.
• Store and handle food items and supplies safely and according to established procedures. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.

Safety and Sanitation

• Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards, and follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
• Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.

Other

• Handle and record cashier functions accurately.
• Help record food requisitions and order necessary supplies.
• Maintain daily food preparation records.
• Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.
• Complete annual continuing education requirements.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard large and small kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, deep-fat fryer, sharp cutting tools, stove, oven, dishwasher, and food/utility cart

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stoop, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Continual walking; frequent climbing (ladder), grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching/overhead reaching

Lifting: Frequent moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds)

Environment: Work inside in commercial kitchen environment; exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, extreme humidity, noise, vibration, microwaves, biological hazards (bacteria, mold, fungi), chemical hazards (fumes, vapors, gases), electrical hazards; work with hands in water; work around machinery with moving parts; work on slippery surfaces

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $10.50 to $10.50 Per Hour

Contact Information

• Carolyn Stanfield , Food Service Director
• District Wide
• Phone: [phone] x 1191
• Email: [e-mail]