School Cafeteria Substitute: Breakfast & Lunch Support

RUNGE ISD; Runge (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

RUNGE ISD is seeking a Substitute Cafeteria Team Member to join our School Nutrition Services team in Runge, Texas. You will prepare, portion, and serve breakfast and lunch following USDA/TDA guidelines, help with setup, and ensure a clean, safe eating environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED (preferred), Texas Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days), and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (preferred).
• Texas Food Handler Certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Basic math and recordkeeping; able to follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to accept assignments on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, portion, and serve breakfast and lunch following recipes and USDA/TDA guidelines.
• Set up serving lines; restock, rotate, and label food items (FIFO).
• Operate and clean kitchen equipment safely and correctly.
• Wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes and surfaces per HACCP procedures.
• Follow food safety, allergy, and special-diet protocols; maintain logs.
• Receive deliveries; verify quantities; store food to temperature and safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen, storeroom, and dining area; assist with trash/floor care.
• Provide friendly, respectful customer service to students and staff; support cafeteria culture.
• Report to assigned campus(es) on short notice; other duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Punctuality

Physical stamina

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Texas Food Handler Certification

ServSafe certification

Job description

RUNGE ISD is seeking a Substitute Cafeteria Team Member to join our School Nutrition Services team in Runge, Texas. You will prepare, portion, and serve breakfast and lunch following USDA/TDA guidelines, help with setup, and ensure a clean, safe eating environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED (preferred), Texas Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days), and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds and stand for extended periods.