Food Service Worker

Springtown ISD; Springtown (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Springtown ISD is seeking a Food Service Worker for the Springtown, Texas-based Child Nutrition Department to prepare and serve meals per menu, while maintaining high sanitation and safety standards.

This role emphasizes portion control, proper storage, teamwork, and safe operation of kitchen equipment. A Food Handler Certification is required before the start date.

Qualifications

• Food Handler Certification required before start date.
• Ability to understand 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 arithmetic operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested, uniform recipes.
• Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures.
• Promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.
• Supervise storage and handling of food items and supplies; maintain a clean storage area.

Skills

Food safety

Food prep

Equipment operation

Arithmetic

Lifting 40 lbs

Reading recipes

Education

Food Handler Certification

Job description

Food Service Worker

Springtown Independent School District Child Nutrition Department - Springtown, Texas Open in Google Maps

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 safety practices.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification: Food Handler Certification required for all staff before the assigned start date.

Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to understand food preparation and safety instructions

Special Knowledge/Skills: Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures

Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools

Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations

Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to lift 40 pounds

Experience: None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Food Preparation and Serving

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

Safety and Sanitation

• Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards.
• 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 report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
• Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.

Other

• Handle and record cashier functions accurately.
• Help record food requisitions and orders necessary supplies.
• Maintain daily food preparation records.
• Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.
• Other duties as assigned by the Cafeteria Manager or Food Service Director.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Equipment Used:

Large and small kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, deep-fat fryer, sharp cutting tools, oven, dishwasher, and food and utility cart.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Continual standing, walking, pushing, and pulling; frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, and climbing (ladder), moderate lifting and carrying; moderate exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Food Service

Job Details

Application Deadline: Aug 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Laura , Champagne
• Child Nutrition Department
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]