School Meals Kitchen Assistant

Amarillo ISD; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 22,042,000; Full time

Job summary

Amarillo ISD is seeking a Food Service Worker to prepare and serve meals, follow safety and sanitation standards, and support daily kitchen operations. This role requires teamwork, adherence to menus, and the ability to work at multiple school locations as needed.

You will handle equipment, read and follow recipes, measure ingredients, and maintain a clean, organized kitchen. Regular attendance is essential; the position emphasizes safety, quality, and positive interactions with staff and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 3 months experience in commercial/institutional food preparation preferred.
• Ability to work in a team and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested and uniform recipes.
• Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures, and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.
• Store, handle and dispose food items and supplies safely and maintain a clean, organized storage area.
• Operate tools and equipment according to safety standards; maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety.
• Use basic arithmetic to recipes to determine quantities needed for food service.
• Set up food on serving lines and serve meals or meal components.
• Store or dispose of excess food properly.
• Wash, sanitize, and store dishes and utensils; mop floors; dispose of wastes properly.
• Maintain sanitation and safe working conditions and report unsafe conditions.

Skills

Teamwork

Food preparation

Equipment operation

Reading labels

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Amarillo ISD is seeking a Food Service Worker to prepare and serve meals, follow safety and sanitation standards, and support daily kitchen operations. This role requires teamwork, adherence to menus, and the ability to work at multiple school locations as needed.

You will handle equipment, read and follow recipes, measure ingredients, and maintain a clean, organized kitchen. Regular attendance is essential; the position emphasizes safety, quality, and positive interactions with staff and